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1. MOST TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERS OF 2024 The way of business solutions VOL-08 ISSUE-02 2024 Yunis Lone CTO Managexe Inc A Passionate AI Trailblazer Shaping YUNIS Lone the Future of Technology

3. Leadership is not about titles, positions, or owcharts. It is about one life inuencing another. J O H N C . M A X W E L L

5. The Duality of In?luence eadership and followership are two sides of the same coin, a concept beautifully summarized in the quote, "You cannot be a leader and ask L other people to follow you unless you know how to follow, too." This profound statement challenges the traditional view of leadership as a unidirectional process and emphasizes the cyclical nature of influence within organizations and society. True leadership is not about standing atop a hierarchy and issuing commands. It's about understanding the dynamics of teamwork, the challenges faced by team members, and the importance of mutual respect. A leader who has never experienced the role of a follower lacks crucial perspective. They may struggle to empathize with their team's concerns, fail to appreciate the complexities of executing directives, or overlook valuable insights from those on the front lines. Moreover, the ability to follow demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn—essential qualities for any leader. It shows that one recognizes that leadership is not about having all the answers but about creating an environment where collective wisdom can flourish. By experiencing followership, future leaders develop listening skills, learn to trust others' expertise, and understand the impact of leadership decisions on team morale and performance. In an era of flatter organizational structures and rapid change, the lines between leader and follower often blur. The most effective leaders are those who can seamlessly transition between roles, leading when necessary and following when appropriate. This flexibility fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and shared responsibility. In our latest edition of Insights Success, "Most Transformational Leaders of 2024," we recognize Yunis Lone as a shining example of this leadership philosophy in action. His journey exemplifies the power of understanding both leadership and followership, demonstrating how this dual perspective can drive transformational change in organizations. Have a good read ahead!

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7. Contents COVER STORY Yunis Lone A Passionate AI Trailblazer Shaping 06. the Future of Technology ARTICLES How Artificial Intelligence Will Change How Dentists Do Their Jobs? 14. Transforming Business with AI: Insights from Leading Business Speakers 18. Ethical Decision-Making in the Boardroom: Balancing Profit and Purpose 20.

8. Yunis Lone CTO Managexe Inc

9. Story A Passionate AI Trailblazer Shaping YUNIS Lone the Future of Technology Use your experience and knowledge to the best of your ability, get a good night's sleep, and start anew each day.

10. He honed his Mathematics skills in his Masters studying subjects like the Theory of Plates and Shells and Finite Element Analysis.

11. Most Transformational Leaders Of 2024 Enthusiasm for Exploring Technology and Scientific bouncing ball on an Attari 800 using basic programming Research Advancements! and graphics. ith a lifelong passion for technology and He pursued a Bachelor's degree at BITS Pilani in 1994 and science, bridging the gap between business and a Master's degree in 1996. During his studies, he worked on W technology, Yunis started his career projects involving the use of neural networks for traffic implementing advanced technologies like AI and machine optimization and genetic algorithms for engineering learning across various sectors. optimization, which further solidified his passion for innovation and problem-solving. Growing up in the scenic Srinagar Valley, Yunis Ahmad Lone, the CTO of Managexe Inc., was inspired by his Managexe: Emerging Technologies Through Expertise and father’s Audel Electrical Engineering handbooks. Collaboration in Management Consulting Electronics and Computer Science fascinated him, which further developed an interest in crafting circuits and Managexe is a company that has been in existence for the programming on an Atari 800. past 7 years. Primarily in Management Consultancy and Emerging technologies. The firm has not scaled much in Under his huge passion and guidance, Managexe, a terms of numbers, but keeping the administrative overhead management consultancy, has specialized in emerging to the minimum, they have used their network to tap into a technology by keeping administrative overheads to a quantum of work that is complex and requires deep insight minimum and leveraging its network to handle complex into systems design skills. projects requiring deep systems design skills. The CEO provides management oversight for complex His roles in his career expanded at TCS, HCL Tech, Fidelity projects and programs of niche clientele that they hold and Investments, IBM, Deloitte, and Tech Mahindra, where he nurture. He liaises with 4-5 different clients with specific has led significant evolutionary efforts. technical needs. During his career, he always kept himself updated on the Managexe is essentially based on the tenets of the latest advancements in research areas such as reinforcement honorable Dr. G.P. Sharma, as detailed on the website. It is learning and neuro-fuzzy systems. And understanding his principles and mindset towards education, knowledge, control systems, optimization, operations research, and and work that we follow. numerical analysis led to an interest in AI and robotics. Passion to Drive Changes in the IT Industry His passion for AI, robotics, and swarm computing has been a driving force in his career. Based on his experiment, Since the beginning, he knew it had to be IT, and he had no he has designed workshops for engineering students and doubt. His fascination with higher mathematics and physics th studied topics like self-organizing and autonomous systems grew exponentially in high school. In the 11 standard, he in depth. had already started comprehending higher engineering mathematics. Let us learn more about his journey: Further, he honed his mathematics skills in his Masters, A Lifelong Passion for Technology and Innovation studying subjects like the Theory of Plates and Shells and Finite Element Analysis. Though his mind was oriented Yunis Ahmad Lone, a firm believer that his honesty, more towards research-oriented work, he looked at it from a diligence, and thoughtful effort led to success, has been holistic perspective and entered the realm of solving fascinated by electronics and computer science since his business problems in real life. childhood. Growing up in the Srinagar valley, he was exposed to his father Audel's Electrical Engineering Yunis' career has spanned various roles and organizations, handbooks, which sparked his interest in the field. including TCS, HCL Tech, Fidelity Investments, IBM, Deloitte, and Tech Mahindra. He has been instrumental in In the seventh standard, he was already making circuits driving complex transformation efforts in the banking and with an IC 555 and transistors or resistors and simulating a financial services sectors, implementing cutting-edge

12. technologies like expert systems, electronic shelf labeling, He acknowledges that sustaining and AI-powered audit products. and thriving in the competitive IT As the CTO of a group of companies earlier in Hyderabad industry, dominated by "giants and Delhi, he has been responsible for incubating AI cells, and big fish,” training new talent on evolving technologies, and providing strategic leadership to the organization's various functions, including sales, operations, and delivery. • Reinforcement learning for code generation and self- His ability to bridge the gap between business and learning systems. Designing self-organizing systems. technology has been a key driver of Managexe's success. • Stock market prediction using LSTM’s and GRU’s. • Ml & AI ops using H2O, Matlab, and LabVIEW TOP 24 Cases Implemented in 10 Years • Developing automated trade platforms with FinRL and Reinforcement Learning algorithms like DQNN and There have been multiple scenarios and business use cases. SARSA. However, in terms of technology, this would be a crisp • Langchain agents to cater to complex workflows using classification. responses from LLM’s. • BERT, GPT, and transformer implementations. • Industry simulations using MATLAB and • Detection of driver distraction in fleets of vehicles SIMULINK. using transfer learning and recurrent neural networks. • Text summarization and `generation based on given • Detection of emotional leakage in human behavior requirements and patterns. using the multimodal paradigm of vision, speech, and natural language processing. Contributions in the field of AI and ML • Anomaly detection on the job shop floor for refrigerator production using computer vision and At TCD, he was working on a multi-modal analysis of RNN. human behavior and expressions using paradigms of facial • Video and vision overlap. using Lip Synch to generate expression, speech, body language, and text. He videos by using speech overlap and morphing. synchronized the time series from speech with a time series • Natural language processing and generation using created from action units from facial expressions and body Transformers and RASA for chatbot development. language like head sways. • Target detection (Latitude & Longitude) using the RANSAC algorithm, image stitching, and deep From the speeches of celebrities and leaders, he figured out learning. precisely when the subject was creating a deceptive premise • Music generation uses pattern identification and is run or stating something that might not be true in totality. based on existing samples. • Text-to-speech conversion using KALDI. Complex Sharing Expertise as an AI/ML Author through customizations. Published Works • OCR and deep learning to extract intelligible information from insurance and medical documents. He had an inherent desire to write more than he had. • Heart disease identification from ECG and relevant However, due to a consistent run and lack of time, he has cardio test results. yet to be able to do so. There were three efforts he had • Lung cancer and respiratory disease identification started on: from x-rays. 1. Neuro-Fuzzy Inference • Arduino and Raspberry Pi with PIXY and MATLAB 2. Chaos Theory and Applications for vision projects and detection. 3. Advanced Reinforcement Learning • Data center server breakdown prediction using predictive analytics for infrastructure. In the book that has already been published, the contents • Auto captioning of industry images. have been simplified exponentially in comparison to other • Object recognition and surveillance using YOLO and books on the same topic available on the market. It was his computer vision. inherent desire to simplify complex mathematical • Near failure likelihood of circuits using ML ops. fundamentals and increase the explainability of the beauty of mathematics.

14. His endeavors on swarm optimization and genetic He describes "Utopic and algorithms date back over a decade, and he has been Euphoric" expectation as the interfacing with Lego Mindstorms EV3, NXT, and RCX for ultimate goal he strives for, along in-house projects on MATLAB and LabVIEW. with achieving financial independence. His postgraduate diploma in AI from IIIT Hyderabad and doctoral studies at TCD have further honed his skills and Maintaining Expertise in Diverse Fields Throughout the enabled him to work independently on complex problems. Career Navigating the Challenges of the IT Industry AI has been his passion since his college days, when he delved into research using MATLAB, Mathcad, He has faced a myriad of challenges throughout his career, Mathematica, and SIMULINK. As a civil engineering including attrition, changing client requirements, company postgraduate, he was drawn to higher engineering concepts closures, leadership changes, budget constraints, dynamic like control systems, optimization, operations research, technical stack needs, and the need for rapid reskilling. numerical analysis, and differential equations, which form However, he has developed a mantra to overcome these the foundation for understanding AI and robotics. obstacles: use your experience and knowledge to the best of

15. your ability, get a good night's sleep, and start anew each technologies. However, it is the level of interest and day. fundamental conceptual clarity that define one's depth of knowledge and success in this dynamic field. When it comes to staying up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in AI and ML, Yunis emphasizes the He notes that the days of multilayer perceptrons and importance of having a strong conceptual foundation and an gradient descent are numbered, as the industry is insatiable curiosity. He notes that the field is rapidly transitioning to new techniques like Kolgomorov Arnold evolving, with new techniques like Kolgomorov Arnold Networks, which have activation functions on the edge Networks and the use of game theory and chaos algorithms rather than on every node. This shift is poised to transform emerging. Yunis encourages aspiring professionals to read, the entire programming landscape, introducing new explore, and assimilate new knowledge continuously, as a concepts such as chaotic time series and algorithms to tame static learner will eventually become obsolete. chaos. Embracing the Evolving Landscape of AI and ML Furthermore, Yunis highlights the advancements in the use of game theory, Nash equilibria, neuro-fuzzy systems, and Yunis emphasizes that most professionals have the relevant reinforcement learning, which can increase the accuracy of background to understand and work on emerging predictive models. He encourages aspiring professionals to read, explore, and assimilate these new developments, as a static learner will eventually become obsolete. Vision for Making Meaningful Impact in the IT Industry Yunis aspires to establish his setup, working independently on complex business and research-oriented problem sets. He envisions a clientele that trusts him and his team and is satisfied with their deliverables in terms of quality, timeliness, and cost management. He describes "Utopic and Euphoric" expectations as the ultimate goal he strives for, along with achieving financial independence. However, he acknowledges that sustaining and thriving in the competitive IT industry, dominated by "giants and big fish," is a challenging aspiration in itself. He believes that the key to success lies in fostering a collaborative and empathetic ecosystem, where everyone can be catered to without the need for cutthroat competition. He believes that one can be successful on their own merits, without the need to undermine or pull down their co- workers. He is open to defending his perspective, which he acknowledges may not be a universal truth. However, his vision of a collaborative, empathetic IT ecosystem serves as an inspiring model for aspiring professionals and industry leaders alike.

16. HOW ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE WILL CHANGE HOW DENTISTS DO THEIR JOBS? I has a lot of promise yet to be In addition to making treatments more The Impact of AI on Dental Practice fully used in dentistry. In a accurate and practical, these innovations Management A world driven by AI, dental X- could completely change how patients rays could be quickly analyzed to find feel about the dentist, making visits less Artificial intelligence (AI) is also cavities, gum diseases could be analyzed scary and more focused on getting changing dentistry. It is used to run before they worsen, and AI could even results. dentist offices because it can handle a lot help with complicated mouth treat- of data and do complicated jobs. ments. 14 August, 2024 www.insightssuccess.com

17. • AI can help dentists and their Artificial intelligence is increasingly good at finding patterns, so these used in the best online casino app to teams be more productive, correct, programs can find patterns in a patient's and give better care to their improve user experiences and security. dental history that would not be seen patients. Previously, running a In the same way, AI will change dentists otherwise and look at different treatment by making diagnosis more accessible, dentist's office meant doing a lot of choices to find solutions that work. work by hand. creating more personalized treatment • But AI has become a helpful tool plans, and speeding up patient care. AI AI tools can also examine bills and that speeds up work, helps with will improve dental practices by making schedule information to create the best evaluation and treatment planning, them more exact and focused on the plan for each patient. Immediate makes it easier for patients to talk patient, just like it improves game treatment alternatives are developed for to their dentists, and generally experiences. dentists considering long-term results, improves the dentistry experience. plan time, follow-up care, insurance • AI is excellent at managing office Planning For Treatment with AI coverage, patient preferences, and work, such as making meetings, billing and insurance. This technology paying bills, and filing insurance Even if patients come in for regular will also make virtual consults possible, claims. It does these jobs quickly cleaning, each patient has different making patient care more accessible and and correctly, giving dentists more needs. AI can help dentists make efficient. Ultimately, this will change the time to focus on providing the best treatment plans that are accurate and dental office environment for dentists care. successful for each patient. AI is very and patients. 15 August, 2024 www.insightssuccess.com

18. When Compared To Other Dental Tech Developments, How Does AI Stand Out? Dentists have always been looking for new technology. With the invention of digital X-rays and 3D printing for tooth implants, technology has made dental treatments better and more valuable. However, most of these innovations, even the most important ones, have been tools that help dentists do their jobs. These tools expand the dentist's skills but need human help, judgment, and knowledge to work correctly. AI adds the ability to make decisions on its own. It can't replace the doctor, but it can analyze data and make predictions that people can't. For example, computer X-rays show better pictures, but the dentist is the one who reads them. However, with AI, the system can point out possible trouble spots on an X-ray, letting the doctor know about problems that might not have been seen before. Conclusion People naturally get bored with doing the same things repeatedly. Still, fast progress in AI technology makes it easier for doctors and office staff to finish their work quickly and correctly. From the beginning to the end, your dental office can offer customers a well- run, simplified process. This includes easy booking, automatic payment, painless data management, and more. Dentists can help their patients improve by using accurate testing tools and easy- to-understand treatment plans. 16 August, 2024 www.insightssuccess.com

19. , , , , The Internet is becoming the town square for the global village of tomorrow. - Bill Gates

20. TRANSFORMING Business with AI Insights from Leading Business Speakers he Evolution of AI: From society at large. From automating influenced by geopolitical tensions, Concept to Reality routine tasks to providing deep insights trade wars, and fluctuating currencies. T through data analysis, AI is revolution- Technologically, the rapid pace of izing how companies operate and innovation means companies must Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly compete in the global marketplace. continuously adapt or risk obsoles- evolved from a futuristic concept to a cence. The COVID-19 pandemic has Current Business Challenges in a added another layer of complexity, transformative force shaping various Dynamic World forcing businesses to rethink opera- industries. Its roots trace back to the tional models, supply chains, and mid-20th century, with the pioneering Businesses today face a plethora of customer engagement strategies. work of scientists like Alan Turing and John McCarthy. Today, AI's influence challenges. Economically, the global Additionally, the rise of remote work and increased global mobility have permeates business, technology, and market is in a constant state of flux, 18 August, 2024 www.insightssuccess.com

21. created both opportunities and guidelines, ensuring a safer environ- Hurley and Jawed Karim. The trio challenges, as companies must founded YouTube in 2005, with the ment for users. Machine learning navigate different regulations, cultures, vision of creating a platform where models also aid content creators by and market dynamics. providing insights and analytics that users could easily upload and share videos. help optimize their videos for better Success Stories: Companies Leading reach and impact. This integration of with AI AI technology has been pivotal in YouTube's growth was meteoric. Within a year, the site was attracting maintaining YouTube's position as a Several companies have emerged as millions of users, leading to its leading video-sharing platform in the pioneers in leveraging AI to address acquisition by Google in 2006 for ever-evolving digital landscape. these challenges and drive growth. For $1.65 billion in stock. This acquisition instance, Amazon uses AI to optimize not only validated the founders' vision Thriving Amidst Challenges: The its supply chain, personalize customer but also provided the resources needed Role of AI in Business recommendations, and enhance its to scale the platform globally. Today, logistics network. Similarly, Netflix YouTube is a cornerstone of the digital In summary, while starting and employs AI algorithms to analyze media landscape, boasting over 2 growing a company in today's viewer preferences and create person- billion logged-in monthly users and competitive landscape can be daunting, alized content recommendations, serving as a vital platform for content it is also a time of unprecedented significantly boosting user engagement creators, businesses, and advertisers. opportunity. The advent of AI offers and retention. powerful tools that, when used In recent years, YouTube has been effectively, can give businesses a Steve Chen: The Journey from leveraging arti?icial intelligence (AI) significant edge. However, success to enhance user experience, content PayPal to YouTube requires more than just technology; it management, and platform security. AI demands a clear vision, strategic algorithms are used to recommend thinking, and a willingness to adapt One notable example of entrepreneur- ial success in the digital age is videos based on users' viewing history, and innovate. By learning from pioneers like Steve Chen and embrac- innovation speaker Steve Chen, co- increasing engagement by suggesting founder of YouTube. Born in Taiwan, content tailored to individual prefer- ing the potential of AI, businesses can Chen moved to the United States at a ences. Additionally, AI-driven tools navigate the complexities of the modern market and thrive in the digital young age. After studying computer assist in moderating content by science at the University of Illinois, he automatically identifying and remov- age. joined PayPal, where he met Chad ing videos that violate community 19 August, 2024 www.insightssuccess.com

22. ETHICAL Decision-Making BALANCING PROFIT AND PURPOSE IN THEBOARDROOM vital conversation about how governance (ESG) considerations; the Ethical boardroom decision-making to reconcile the pursuit of legal and reputational consequences of has also been found to have a major unethical behavior; and the strategic impact on market intersection. A profit with the imperative of purpose in the contemporary global necessity of incorporating ethical Investors are starting to consider economy is increasingly taking place principles into the core of the environmental, social, and governance organization's strategy and operations (ESG) factors more frequently when in the corporate boardroom. The directors who are responsible for are all discussed, along with the critical making investment decisions as they managing organizations are confronted importance of ethical decision-making realize that moral and sustainable in the boardroom. corporate practices are essential to with a growing number of difficult moral choices that extend beyond the creating long-term value. traditional focus on financial It highlights how important moral values must be incorporated into the Integrating ESG into the Core of the performance. organization's overall plan and daily Organization It is impossible to exaggerate the operations, as well as how important ethical leadership is. The intersection of board ethics and significance of making moral decisions in the boardroom. An organization's ESG considerations in particular is overall tone, level of risk tolerance, Navigating the Reputational crucial. Complex issues like corporate Minefield social responsibility, diversity and and strategic direction are set by its boards. In addition to the bottom line, inclusion, human rights, and their decisions have a big impact on Directors are legally obligated to act in environmental sustainability are being the organization's and its stakeholders' navigated by boards. These factors the environment, communities, employees and customers. best interests, as part of their fiduciary must now be strategically included into duty. Businesses that act unethically the organization's operations and face legal action, regulatory scrutiny, strategy; doing so is required, not The Imperative of Ethical Leadership and significant damage to their optional. reputation. Significant events such as the Volkswagen emissions scandal and Boards are debating how to reduce the In today's dynamic business environment, shaped by the ongoing the Deepwater Horizon oil spill have effects of climate change, the social COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical demonstrated the catastrophic implications of their operations, and tensions, and the urgent need to outcomes of unethical boardroom supply chain ethics. Comprehending address climate change, the corporate conduct. the organization's values, stakeholder boardroom has assumed a more expectations, and the broader social complex and multifaceted role. In addition to the legal ramifications, context in detail is necessary to strike making unethical decisions can have a the correct balance between profit and Directors now need to strike a balance disastrous impact on one's reputation. purpose in these domains. between purpose and profitability, In an era of increased stakeholder ensuring that their decisions advance scrutiny and social media transparency, Ethical Leadership for a Sustainable both the general well-being of society the public is always examining a Future and the organization's guiding company's moral behavior. Investors, principles. This implies that their focus staff members, and consumers are In the boardroom, ethical leaders are those who integrate moral concerns has shifted from maximizing putting increasing pressure on shareholder value. businesses to align their behavior with into the organization's core strategy, their stated values. navigate difficult cultural and legal environments, and place a higher The growing intersection of board ethics and environmental, social, and 20 August, 2024 www.insightssuccess.com

23. priority on long-term sustainability than on short-term gains. Their commitment to morality and sustainability in business practices makes workplaces healthier, boosts employee morale, and makes the world a better place. In summary, for businesses hoping to succeed in the current business environment, making moral decisions in the boardroom is both a strategic and moral requirement. Boards have the ability to create value for their stakeholders, make a positive impact on a more sustainable future, and enhance their reputation as ethical leaders in the business sector by finding a balance between the pursuit of profit and an uncompromising dedication to purpose. 21 August, 2024 www.insightssuccess.com

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26. Success is not how high you have climbed, but how you make a positive difference to the world. - Roy T. Bennett