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Andy and Brian speak with American Eagle's Tim Ahlenius about how AI is affecting Systems Integrators, and how they're adapting to the new world.

00:00:00 AI’s potential to generate 95% of code in five years (Microsoft CTO)
00:04:10 Survey results on AI replacing SI services
00:08:42 Introduction of Tim Elenius and Americaneagle.com’s background
00:12:20 Tim on AI accelerating repetitive coding tasks
00:15:45 Discussion on project cost expectations with AI efficiencies
00:20:30 The importance of clean data for AI projects
00:23:15 New AI-enabled service lines (accelerators, consulting, replatforming tools)
00:27:40 Closing remarks and Master B2B Nexus announcement

Speakers and Roles
Brian Beck – Co-host, Master B2B Friday 15
Andy Hoar – Co-host, Master B2B Friday 15
Tim Ahlenius – VP of Strategic Initiatives, Americaneagle.com

Topics Covered

Impact of AI on systems integrators (SIs) and custom code development
Transition from manual programming to AI-assisted “prompt engineering”
Revenue reliance on code generation and implications of AI automation
Market survey results on AI replacing SI development services
Distinction between system configuration and customization
Role of strategic implementation and human oversight in AI-driven projects
Data quality as a critical success factor in AI deployment
New service lines emerging from AI adoption (accelerators, AI consulting, data migration)
AI’s effect on project speed, cost perception, and client expectations

Questions This Video Helps Answer

How is AI reshaping the role of systems integrators?

Will AI-generated code replace human developers in the near future?

Why might companies still need systems integrators in an AI-driven landscape?

What are the risks of relying solely on AI for coding and integration?

How does data quality influence AI project outcomes?

What new business opportunities can AI create for service providers?


Key Takeaways

AI will significantly reduce manual coding but won’t eliminate the need for human oversight and strategic integration.

Systems integrators must pivot from code-writing to orchestrating AI tools and validating outcomes.

Many clients still require customization despite “plug-and-play” claims, sustaining demand for SI expertise.

Data cleanliness is essential; poor data can undermine AI accuracy and business value.

AI enables faster project execution and opens opportunities for accelerators, replatforming tools, and AI consulting.

Clients may expect cost reductions from AI efficiency, requiring SIs to demonstrate added value in outcomes, not just speed.

FAQ
Q: Will AI completely replace systems integrators?
A: Not in the near term; strategic implementation, system validation, and customization still require human expertise.

Q: How does AI change the coding process?
A: Developers are shifting from manual code authorship to prompt-driven AI orchestration, focusing on problem-solving and system optimization.

Q: Why is data quality so important for AI projects?
A: Poor data leads to inaccurate outputs; clean, validated data ensures AI solutions deliver reliable results.

Q: What new services can AI bring to an SI business?
A: Accelerators, AI consulting, content migration tools, and enhanced testing processes are emerging service areas.

7. Quoted Highlights
“Instead of writing code, writing code isn’t the service—delivering outcomes is.” – Tim Elenius [00:13:42]
“The smart SIs are getting ahead of the curve.” – Andy Hoar [00:05:12]
“You can ask AI how to connect those systems, but you still have to validate that connection is the most optimized.” – Tim Elenius [00:15:10]
“The hallucination rate doesn’t decrease—it actually increases with the next model.” – Tim Elenius [00:22:03]