Salesforce’s Lisa DeMille on turning AI into real outcomes
- Joseph K

- Apr 21
- 1 min read
Lisa DeMille, Senior Vice President of Global Solution Engineering at Salesforce, discussed the challenges of transitioning AI from pilot projects to operational use in government agencies. She highlighted a third-party study showing 95% of AI pilots fail. DeMille emphasized a four-system process: context, application, agency orchestration and engagement. She noted significant AI adoption, particularly Slack, which has reduced work hours by 20% and saved up to $7 million weekly at Salesforce. DeMille shared personal examples of AI’s efficiency, such as preparing for 12 meetings with government CIOs in minutes, underscoring AI’s transformative impact on government operations.
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