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AI Augmentation

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The Association That Bought the Future: AAPC's Bold AI Move

In November 2023, the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) made a move that surprised many in the association world: they acquired Semantic...

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The Augmentation Advantage: Why AI Won't Replace Your Members (But Ignoring It Might)

Medical coders spend their days translating doctor's notes into standardized codes. Match the diagnosis to the code. Follow the rules. Submit the...

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AI and the Future of Work: Data-Backed Insights from Anthropic's Economic Index

AI is transforming the professional landscape.

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Don’t Be the Last Store in Bend, Oregon: Why Associations Must Invest in Innovation, Even in a Downturn

...Starring Draco the Data Dragon, Mira the Metrics Monster, and a cautionary tale about the blue-and-yellow empire that once ruled Friday night...

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Navigating the 3D Future: Spatial Intelligence and the Evolution of Association Services

Associations over the past few years have embraced AI-powered chatbots, personalized content recommendations, and automated administrative tasks. But...

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Embracing AI-Powered Communication: What xRx Means for Associations

Effective communication is essential for associations that rely on the trust of their members. In a constantly evolving digital landscape,...

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Scaling Laws in AI: What Association Professionals Need to Know

As recently discussed on the Sidecar Sync podcast, with AI continuing to reshape industries and redefine what's possible, the concept of scaling laws...

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What Are Vector Databases and Why Are They So Important for Associations?

The lifeblood of any organization, including associations? Data. Leveraging data effectively can lead to better decision-making, personalized member...

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The AI Augmented Certification Process: Part 3

This series is dedicated to exploring the role of AI augmentation in revolutionizing the certification process. AI augmentation, which aims to...

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