Anika Systems’ Mason Turvey on the dual roles in generative automation development

Mason Turvey, an automation architect at Anika Systems, discussed the evolution of generative automation, emphasizing the dual roles of core technologists like Google and OpenAI in developing technology and infrastructure, and implementation partners like UiPath in applying these technologies. Turvey highlighted the importance of a trust layer in core technologies to ensure reliable implementation in federal agencies. He also differentiated generative automation from traditional RPA, noting that generative AI excels in content creation and prediction, while RPA handles rule-based tasks. The integration of these technologies with a human in the loop is crucial for correcting and training systems over time.