AI and LLM Adoption Skyrockets: A Glimpse of 2023 State of Data + AI
The age of AI is truly upon us, and the 2023 State of Data + AI report by Databricks presents an insightful and eye-opening view into the trends shaping the industry. Here’s a highlight of the key takeaways from the report.
1. Unprecedented Growth in AI and LLMs
AI adoption is experiencing a monumental peak. Large Language Models (LLMs) have taken center stage, demonstrating a remarkable 1310% growth. Enterprises are increasingly focusing on natural language processing (NLP), with nearly 49% focusing on NLPs and related technology.
2. Rise of Data Integration Tools
Data integration tools are flourishing, particularly dbt, with a 206% YoY increase in customers. Open-source data and AI products, including Hugging Face, are prominent, with 8 of the top 10 widely adopted products being open source.
3. Delta Lake: The Foundational Platform
Businesses are increasingly integrating data, analytics, and AI with Delta Lake as the foundational platform, experiencing a substantial 304% YoY growth. One such company (Databricks Lakehouse) is emerging as a unified solution for all data types, including unstructured and semi-structured data.
4. Emphasis on Governance and Security
The rapid expansion of AI solutions demands a focus on governance, frameworks, cybersecurity, and multi-cloud management. Businesses are recognizing the importance of data science and machine learning (DS/ML) to lead the next generation of data, witnessing a 411% YoY growth in models for production.
5. AI Democratization and Innovation
Databricks is fostering AI democratization, merging data and AI in Lakehouse. Innovations like LakehouseIQ, Delta Lake 3.0, and LakehouseAI are part of the future of AI, offering features like natural language querying and GPU support for AI model deployment.
Conclusion
The 2023 State of Data + AI report is a must-read for business leaders, data scientists, and technology enthusiasts. It paints a comprehensive picture of the AI landscape, highlighting the growth, challenges, and innovations that are shaping our data-driven future.
For a more detailed understanding, you can access the full report here. The dynamic shifts in AI and LLM adoption are not just trends; they are powerful indications of a future that is intricately woven with data, analytics, and intelligence. The time to embrace this future is now.