AI Study
AI Study
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Hemachandran K, Debdutta Choudhury,
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Jorge A. Wise and Revathi T
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Contents
About the Editors.................................................................................................... viii
Contributors................................................................................................................x
Preface.....................................................................................................................xiv
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Index....................................................................................................................... 275
About the Editors
Hemachandran Kannan is a professor in the Department of Artificial Intelligence
& Business Analytics at the School of Business, Woxsen University, India, and
holds the Zita Zoltay Paprika of Decision Sciences and Business Economics and
Course5i‑Chair Professor of Business Analytics and Machine Learning. He has been
a passionate teacher with 15 years of teaching experience and 5 years of research expe‑
rience. He is a strong educational professional with a scientific bent of mind, highly
skilled in artificial intelligence (AI) and business analytics. After receiving a PhD in
embedded systems, he started focusing on interdisciplinary research. He served as an
effective resource person at various national and international scientific conferences
and panel discussions. He also gave lectures on topics related to AI and business
analytics. He was bestowed as best faculty at Woxsen University in 2021–2022 and
at Ashoka Institute of Engineering & Technology in 2019–2020. He has rich working
experience in natural language processing, computer vision, building video recom‑
mendation systems, building chatbots for human rights (HR) policies and education
sector, automatic interview processes, and autonomous robots. He is currently work‑
ing on various real‑time use cases and projects in collaboration with industries such
as Advert Flair, Nosh Technologies, Course5i, and Apstek Corp. He has organized
many international conferences, hackathons, and ideathons. He owed four patents to
his credentials. He has a life membership in estimable professional bodies. He is an
open‑ended, positive person who has a stupendous peer‑reviewed publication record
with more than 35 journals and international conference publications. As of now, he
has authored three books and edited seven books in CRC Press, Taylor and Francis,
and IGI Global.
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About the Editors ix
Jorge A. Wise got a PhD from EGADE Business School. He stood out in profes‑
sional activities from 1980 to 2000 working in national and international firms. In
1998, he joined Monterrey Tech (ITESM) as a professor of marketing and interna‑
tional business. In 2014, he was appointed as the Director of the Center of Excellence
for Competitiveness and Entrepreneurship at CETYS University. Later, he was
appointed as the dean of the brand new CETYS Graduate School of Business. In
those years, he was recognized as a member of the Mexican National Research
System from CONACYT (The Mexican Council for Science and Technology).
He is an international professor who works in the United States, Latin America,
and Europe. His latest appointments are at CEIPA Business School, Colombia, and at
IESEG School of Management, France. He is also a visiting professor at WOXSEN
University, Hyderabad, India, and Pforzheim University, Germany. He is recognized
for his work in marketing, international business, strategic management, and family
businesses.
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Contributors xi
Vaishnavi Tadepally
Woxen University
Hyderabad, India
Preface
In the era of digital revolution, the interaction between predictive analytics and gen‑
erative AI represents a paradigm shift in marketing strategies. This book, Predictive
Analytics and Generative AI for Data‑Driven Marketing Strategies, serves as a bea‑
con for marketers, data scientists, and business leaders seeking to harness the full
potential of these cutting‑edge technologies.
This book commences with an exploration of the fundamental principles that
reinforce predictive analytics and generative AI. We delve into how these technolo‑
gies use historical data and recognized patterns to forecast future trends and create
unique, actionable insights. This groundwork sets the stage for understanding their
profound impact on data‑driven marketing strategies.
The subsequent chapters of the book are dedicated to showcasing how predictive
analytics and generative AI empower businesses to make informed decisions, per‑
sonalize marketing efforts, and optimize consumer experiences. Through a blend of
theoretical knowledge and practical case studies, we illustrate the transformative role
of these technologies in digital marketing. We highlight their capability to analyse
vast amounts of data, identify patterns, and generate specific business insights that
drive successful marketing strategies.
Furthermore, this book addresses the ethical considerations and challenges that
accompany the deployment of AI in marketing. We accentuate the importance of
using these powerful tools responsibly, ensuring privacy, fairness, and transparency
in all marketing practices.
Predictive Analytics and Generative AI for Data‑Driven Marketing Strategies is
more than just a book; it is a comprehensive guide designed to equip readers with
the knowledge and tools needed to excel in the fast‑paced world of digital market‑
ing. By blending the technical aspects of predictive analytics and generative AI with
practical marketing applications, we aim to inspire innovation and drive success in
data‑driven marketing endeavours.
We are thankful to all the contributors who shared their insights and experiences,
making this book an invaluable resource for anyone looking to navigate the complex
landscape of contemporary marketing. It is our hope that readers will find this book
not only informative but also inspiring, opening new avenues for exploration and
innovation in the field of data‑driven marketing.
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1 Introduction to
Predictive Analysis
and Generative AI
Pepe Gutierrez, Rahul Kalra, Bharath Sah, and
Narsimlu Naganolla
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2 Predictive Analytics and Generative AI for Data-Driven Marketing Strategies
Even though predictive analysis has a lot of potential, it is important to approach it criti‑
cally. It is critical to comprehend these models’ limitations, any biases in the data, and
the moral issues relating to algorithmic fairness and human privacy. Predictive analysis
4 Predictive Analytics and Generative AI for Data-Driven Marketing Strategies
will continue to influence our world as long as data are more readily available and
technology keeps developing. Knowing its fundamentals will enable you to ask wise
questions and make better judgements for the world around you as well as for yourself
in this more data‑driven future.
As we have uncovered the prowess of predictive analysis, let us dive deep into the
world of generative AI.
Introduction to Predictive Analysis and Generative AI 5
1.4 GENERATIVE AI
Generative AI has created excitement and stunned the whole world with its potential
to reshape how knowledge work can be done in business functions and industries
throughout the whole economy. Around all the functions, such as customer opera‑
tions, software development, sales, and marketing, it is positioned to revolutionize
jobs and improve performance.
In recent years, the rapid speed of AI development and the public release of
AI‑powered tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity.ai, GitHub, Copilot, and
DALL‑E have peaked all the widespread attention, alarm, and optimism from around
the world. These tools are examples of generative AI, a class of machine learning
tools that can generate new content such as text, images, music, or video—by analys‑
ing patterns in existing data.
• Content Creation
Generative AI excels at the creative aspect as it creates entirely new con‑
tent, such as text, images, videos, and music, instead of simply analysing
existing data. The advanced ability of generative AI produces novel content
that resembles real‑world data, unlike other AI applications that focus on
tasks like classification or prediction.
Content Creation
Scalability and
Personalisation
• Marketing
From Mass Messages to Microtargeting: Consider targeted ads that
speak directly to your interests, product descriptions based on your previ‑
ous purchases, and even immersive AR experiences that allow you to try
on clothes, glasses, etc., digitally. This is the effectiveness of generative
Marketing
Media and
Art and
Entertainment
Design
Drug
Fashion
Discovery
This insight into generative AI’s many uses highlights its immense potential to
transform businesses and empower various sectors. This technology is guiding in
Introduction to Predictive Analysis and Generative AI 9
use of consumer data. To foster consumer trust and reduce ethical risks,
businesses using AI‑driven projects should place a high priority on account‑
ability, fairness, and openness.
• Regulatory Compliance
As generative AI and predictive analytics continue to evolve at a rapid
rate, regulatory frameworks may find it difficult to keep up. In order to
maintain individual privacy rights and comply with data protection rules,
organizations need to negotiate complicated regulatory environments.
FURTHER READINGS
Francois Chollet. 2021. Deep Learning with Python. Manning Publications Co.
Cognite. The Definitive Guide to Generative AI for Industry. Cognite.
Marcus du Sautoy. 2019. The Creativity Code: Art and Innovation in the Age of AI. The
Belknap Press of Harvard University Press.
Viktor Mayer‑Schönberger and Kenneth Cukier. 2017. Big Data: A Revolution That Will
Transform How We Live, Work, and Think. John Murray.
University of Alberta. 2024. Ethical Considerations ‑ Using Generative AI ‑ Subject Guides.
The University of Alberta.
Upwork. 2023. Generative AI vs. Predictive AI: Differences and Applications. Upwork.
Introduction to Predictive Analysis and Generative AI
Francois Chollet . 2021. Deep Learning with Python. Manning Publications Co.
Cognite . The Definitive Guide to Generative AI for Industry. Cognite.
Marcus Du Sautoy . 2019. The Creativity Code: Art and Innovation in the Age of AI. The
Belknap Press of Harvard University Press.
Viktor Mayer-Schönberger and Kenneth Cukier . 2017. Big Data: A Revolution That Will
Transform How We Live, Work, and Think. John Murray.
University of Alberta . 2024. Ethical Considerations - Using Generative AI - Subject Guides. The
University of Alberta.
Upwork . 2023. Generative AI vs. Predictive AI: Differences and Applications. Upwork.