Find the Work Worth Automating: Practical Lessons from AI in Action

The Melbourne Connect AI Community of Practice brings together Melbourne Connect partners, researchers, startups and members of the broader innovation ecosystem to explore how emerging technologies are changing the way organisations work. This series provides an opportunity to learn from practitioners who are actively applying AI and to share experiences, challenges and opportunities across sectors. Join us for a practical session with Matt Davies, CEO and Co-Founder of MakerX, on how organisations can move beyond experimenting with AI tools and start identifying the work that is genuinely worth automating. Drawing on his experience delivering AI-enabled solutions across industry, Matt will discuss common pitfalls of focusing on AI adoption metrics rather than business problems, why waiting for the "next generation" of AI tools can be costly, and how rapidly organisations can now move from an idea to a working proof of concept.The session will also feature a healthcare case study demonstrating how AI is being used to streamline medico-legal reporting while maintaining transparency, traceability and human oversight. Attendees will leave with practical insights into developing an AI strategy, identifying high-impact automation opportunities and implementing AI responsibly within their organisations. About the Speaker Matt Davies Matt Davies is CEO and Co-Founder of MakerX, a Melbourne-based technology consultancy specialising in software development, automation and artificial intelligence solutions. He works with organisations to identify opportunities for digital transformation and helps teams rapidly translate concepts into practical, scalable solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.