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.
Manufacturing
How AI Handles Multi-Tier Supply Chain Visibility Beyond Tier One
Most manufacturers only see their direct suppliers. AI aggregates data across sub-tiers to identify risks and bottlenecks hiding deep in the supply chain.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Accounting tax
AI for Tax Provision Calculations Under ASC 740
Tax provision calculations under ASC 740 are one of the most technical areas in accounting. AI reduces the manual effort while improving accuracy on deferred tax assets, liabilities, and valuation allowances.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Healthcare
Automated Quality Measure Reporting for MIPS and Value-Based Care Programs
Quality measure reporting for MIPS and value-based contracts requires continuous data tracking across the full patient panel. Automated systems now monitor measure performance in real time and close gaps before reporting deadlines.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Law firms
How AI Handles Expert Witness Research and Deposition Preparation
Finding the right expert witness and preparing for depositions requires extensive research. AI accelerates both processes, helping litigators build stronger cases with better-prepared experts.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Construction
Automated Historical Project Data Mining for More Accurate Future Estimates
Your past projects contain a wealth of cost and productivity data. AI data mining extracts usable patterns from historical records that improve the accuracy of new estimates.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Insurance
Automated Agent and Broker Commission Reconciliation
Commission reconciliation between carriers and their distribution partners is a tedious, error-prone process. AI automates the matching, calculation, and exception handling that consume finance teams.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
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Ecommerce retail
How AI Handles Loyalty Program Fraud Detection
Loyalty programs create value for customers, but they also create opportunities for fraud. AI monitors loyalty account activity for signs of abuse, protecting both the program and legitimate members.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Logistics transportation
How AI Manages Incoterms Selection and Landed Cost Estimation
Choosing the right Incoterms for international transactions affects cost allocation, risk transfer, and logistics responsibilities. AI analyzes trade routes, costs, and capabilities to recommend optimal Incoterms and produce accurate landed cost estimates.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Manufacturing
AI for Printed Circuit Board Trace Quality Verification
PCB trace defects cause electrical failures in the field. AI-powered automated optical inspection catches opens, shorts, and width violations that manual inspection cannot reliably find.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Accounting tax
Automating State Nexus Determination and Registration for Growing Businesses
Nexus analysis used to be straightforward. Economic nexus, remote workers, and marketplace rules have made it a moving target. Automation helps firms keep clients compliant as they expand.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Law firms
AI for Loan Document Review in Real Estate Finance Transactions
Real estate finance transactions generate thick document packages. AI helps law firms review loan documents faster while catching consistency issues that manual review might miss.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
Healthcare
How AI Manages Patient Wait Times With Predictive Queue Management
Patient wait times are the number one driver of dissatisfaction in outpatient settings. Predictive queue management uses real-time data to forecast delays, communicate with patients, and dynamically adjust schedules to minimize waiting.
Basel IsmailApr 11, 2026
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