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networks to improve on their own and so to get even better

at recognizing images. Machines that learn to learn in this way

are expected to show explosive growth. This in turn means that

machines may take on work and functions which are a lot less

routine in nature than the tasks soda dispensing machines and

ticket machines complete today, and even chess machines will

come to seem very simple in terms of their ‘thought processes’

relative to super computers.

At EVRYwe are convinced that artificial intelligence and

cognitive systems will offer great opportunities in terms of

developing existing organisations and business models.

However, we cannot brush aside the fact that artificial intelli-

gence is a controversial topic. This is the case from a short-term

perspective in relation to jobs, but it is also the case frommore

long-term and existential perspectives. What will it be like for

mankind in a world where machines are smarter than people?

The debate has begun and will continue.

Our approach in this surveywas more down-to-earth. We

wanted to find out what plans Norwegian and Swedish

organisations have regarding further automation, including the

use of cognitive systems. We were also seeking to gain greater

insight into organisations’ motivations and what benefits they

expect to see.

At EVRYwe are currently deeply involved within fields like

smart algorithms and machine learning, for instance when it

comes to detect credit card fraud. In addition we are develo-

ping prototypes for automated customer advisory services.

Through own initiatives and partnerships we will continue to

acquire the expertise needed to ensure we are equipped to

assist organisations in the fourth industrial revolution. I hope you

find the answers to this survey interesting, and, without wanting

to say too much, I suspect we currently underestimate the

significance artificial intelligence will have. Many things suggest

we are about to see a new steam engine. Happy reading!

Best regards

Björn Ivroth

CEO of EVRY

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