Matt Hammond
Implementing RAG AI Search on On-Premise Files with our AI Search Accelerator
As demand for AI‑powered tools like Microsoft Copilot grows, many organisations are asking the same question: “How can we harness the power of generative AI without moving our sensitive data to the cloud?” In this guide, we’ll explain why Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) is so effective for on‑premise data and walk through a practical approach using…
When Open Source Goes Closed: Commercialisation, AI, and the Future of Software Dependence
Open source software has been a cornerstone of modern development for two decades. It’s fast to adopt, battle-tested by communities, and, most importantly, free. But lately, “free” has started to come with fine print. From infrastructure tools to developer libraries, many open source projects are turning commercial. For developers, software buyers, and architects alike, this…
Why Designing Better AI Agents Means Rediscovering Object-Oriented Design
In the early days of my software career, I was deeply influenced by the work of Grady Booch, James Rumbaugh, and Ivar Jacobson—the pioneers whose ideas eventually formed the foundation of Unified Modeling Language (UML). Before UML, each of them had developed their own approach to software modeling: Rumbaugh had the Object Modeling Technique (OMT),…
Agentic Design: Your AI Agent Advantage and the Hidden Assets Your Business May Already Have
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various industries by automating complex tasks and providing intelligent solutions. The ability of AI agents to perform dynamic tool selection, interact with their environment, and engage in self-reflection to improve their processes highlights their adaptability and cognitive skills, which are integral to agentic workflows. This article explores the various applications…
Choosing the Right Vibe Coding AI Tool for Long-Term Software Sustainability
In the era of AI-assisted development, software teams are adopting tools that dramatically boost productivity and collaboration. Platforms like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Windsurf, V0.dev, and Replit are redefining how we write and maintain software. Known as “vibe coding tools,” these platforms help developers in writing code by providing AI-driven assistance during the coding process, such…
The platform for advanced AI apps in 2025
The recent announcements at Microsoft Ignite 2024, particularly the introduction of Microsoft Fabric’s SQL Database and Azure AI Foundry, present significant advancements that align seamlessly with our mission to deliver cutting-edge generative AI implementations for our clients. Enhancing Generative AI Implementations with Microsoft Fabric’s SQL Database The SQL Database in Microsoft Fabric is engineered to…
Customising Microsoft Copilot: Exploring Options for Tailored AI Assistance
If you’ve been following AI developments in 2024, Microsoft Copilot is a tool you’re likely already familiar with. Aimed at improving workplace productivity, streamlining decision-making, and optimising business processes, Copilot is being used by tens of thousands of people at an impressive 40% of Fortune 100 companies.1 While it’s still too early to tell what…
Evaluating AI Tools Using a Task-Based Framework to Optimise Productivity
We’ve all heard about how AI can improve productivity, boost work quality, and open doors to new business opportunities. But the reality is that these kinds of successful results rely on considerable preparation and careful implementation. According to recent surveys, 63% of respondents in successful businesses say that the implementation of generative AI is a…
Best Practices in AI Development: Ensuring Model-Agnostic Customisations
Approximately 42% of enterprise-scale companies have actively deployed AI, while 40% are in the experimentation phase.1 Why is the percentage of businesses interested in AI but hesitant to implement it so high? In my view, it is largely down to the speed at which the AI market is moving; businesses don’t want to employ AI…
Microsoft Generative AI Use Cases for Businesses
In 2022, the world was stunned by the emergence of the highly advanced, publicly available generative AI tool, ChatGPT. By 2023, businesses were beginning to question how AI could be used in the workplace. In 2024, generative AI adoption has continued to increase, with 65% of organisations now regularly using it in their business functions….
Future-Proofing Work: A Task-Based Framework for AI Integration in Enterprises
Since the launch of ChatGPT just under two years ago, artificial intelligence (AI) has experienced its very own “Cambrian explosion”, with countless new tools flooding the market. This has transformed the way businesses operate, with 35% of global companies already using AI and another half of all businesses planning to incorporate it into their processes…
From Integration to Innovation: Exploring Custom AI Solutions for Businesses
Every milestone hit in the technology space is sure to be closely followed by businesses utilising it to its fullest potential. And few milestones have been discussed, debated, and considered like the growth of AI capabilities. The Talk Think Do team and I have often discussed the applications of AI for businesses (take a glance…