Unlocking AI's ROI: SentinelOne's Formula for Driving Real Growth

Ric Smith is the Chief Product & Technology Officer at SentinelOne, a leading cybersecurity company, where he oversees product management, UX design, engineering, AI initiatives, and IT security operations.

With over 20 years of experience in enterprise software development, Ric has held various leadership roles at Medallia and Oracle. Career highlights include scaling teams, driving innovation, and leading product portfolios through multiple IPOs and acquisitions across global markets.

I recently sat down with Ric to discuss how SentinelOne is using AI to enhance their products and drive business growth.

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Here is what we talked about:

1. How SentinelOne uses AI to improve analyst productivity and detection capabilities

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2. AI’s impact on product growth and measuring ROI

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3. Choosing where to invest in AI by balancing team capability and market demands

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4. Overcoming trust and security concerns in AI through transparency and control

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5. Challenges of ensuring quality in AI-driven products, especially in validation

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6. Importance of user experience in integrating AI into complex technical workflows

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Happy building!!