Field notes on AI in business
Practical writing on AI, automation and the day-to-day work of running a business. From the team that builds and runs AI systems.
Ecommerce retail
How AI Manages Cross-Selling Between DTC Brand Portfolios
Companies that own multiple DTC brands have a unique opportunity to cross-sell between them. AI identifies which customers from Brand A are likely to also love Brand B, and manages the introduction carefully.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Logistics transportation
How AI Handles Multi-Modal International Transportation Booking and Coordination
International shipments often combine ocean, air, rail, and truck segments. AI coordinates bookings across all modes, manages handoffs between carriers, and optimizes the overall transit time and cost of multi-modal movements.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Manufacturing
Automated Purchase Order Generation Based on Production Schedule Changes
When production schedules change, purchase orders need to follow. AI automates the cascade from schedule changes to supplier orders, reducing delays and errors.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Accounting tax
Automating Intercompany Transaction Reconciliation Across Global Entities
Intercompany reconciliation is the bane of every consolidation process. AI automation matches transactions across entities in minutes instead of days, eliminating one of the biggest close bottlenecks.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Healthcare
How Group Practices Automate Provider Productivity Tracking and Compensation
Group practice compensation formulas based on productivity are complex and error-prone when calculated manually. Automated systems now track wRVUs, collections, and quality metrics in real time and calculate compensation accurately.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Law firms
AI for Bid Protest Research in Government Contracts Practice
Bid protests require rapid, thorough research of GAO and COFC precedent. AI helps government contracts attorneys research protest grounds and prepare filings faster.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
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Construction
AI for Owner Direct Purchase Program Management on Tax-Exempt Projects
Owner direct purchase programs on tax-exempt projects save significant money on materials. AI manages the complexity of splitting purchases between owner and contractor without creating chaos.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Insurance
AI for Insurance Document Understanding: Extracting Key Terms From Legacy Policies
Legacy insurance policies buried in archives contain critical coverage information. AI document understanding extracts and structures this information at scale, making it accessible for modern operations.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Ecommerce retail
AI for Predicting Return Rates During New Product Planning
Knowing the likely return rate before you launch a product changes how you plan inventory, set pricing, and write product descriptions. AI predicts return rates based on product attributes and category data.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Logistics transportation
Automated ISF Filing Compliance for Ocean Import Shipments
Importer Security Filing requirements add a documentation layer to ocean imports that must be completed 24 hours before vessel loading. AI automates ISF data collection and filing, preventing the late filings that trigger penalties.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Manufacturing
AI for Contract Manufacturing Partner Performance Scoring
Choosing and monitoring contract manufacturers involves dozens of variables. AI consolidates quality, delivery, cost, and risk data into actionable performance scores.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
Accounting tax
How Machine Learning Detects Anomalies in General Ledger Transactions
Manual review of general ledger transactions catches what you are looking for. Machine learning catches what you are not looking for, surfacing anomalies that would otherwise go unnoticed.
Basel IsmailApr 12, 2026
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