David Coveney

A personal blog transitioning into an exploration of the intersection of design, technology and ethics

Category: Business

  • A Xmas story involving AI

    A Xmas story involving AI

    AI, through the current set of large language models, is a wonderful tool. But like all powerful tools, it must be wielded with care and intelligence. One thing I’ve noticed is that people, instead of coming up with some simple needs, have taken to over-egging their requirements. Instead of “let’s do some marketing” you get…

  • Negotiating with a change of leadership isn’t easy

    Negotiating with a change of leadership isn’t easy

    I was watching the recent discussion and failed negotiations between Zelenskyy, Trump and JD Vance at the White House. It went badly. For everybody. And I think that the set up could only have gone badly. It also reminded me of a few excellent relationships I’ve had with customers and/or suppliers which have been spoiled by…