When I start writing text messages or emails these days I automatically receive prompts for the next words that I may want to use, or even phrases to complete my sentence, as I’m typing.
The word and phrase suggestions are ones that are consistent with the type of language I would use. And the name suggestions are unique to people I know and communicate with regularly.
My Google mini recognizes family voices instantaneously and responds not only to our questions but adds custom comments directed at each of us individually.
It’s clear to me that my computer and smart phone and Google mini are learning what language I typically use. With increasing accuracy they can predict what I might want to write next based on words I am typing. And the voice activated devices are increasingly interactive.
How does this Machine Learning, or Deep Learning, actually work? And how will it shape Supply Chain now and in the future?
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