In a recent Women in Ag Tech webinar held on May 15, Dr. Susan Olsen, Founder of Action Intel, dove deep into the evolving role of generative AI and how it’s transforming the way professionals work across disciplines.
Dr. Olsen spotlighted how tools like ChatGPT and Claude serve as invaluable research and writing assistants, helping users distill complex topics, draft high-quality content, and accelerate daily workflows. These tools are especially helpful in roles that demand constant learning and communication.
But AI’s utility doesn’t stop there. Dr. Olsen also introduced another powerful application: acting as a technology interpreter. “Even after a lifetime in tech,” she shared, “I still get emails filled with acronyms and software names I don’t recognize. Generative AI helps me quickly understand what I’m looking at.” This use case is especially relevant for professionals navigating ever-changing tools and platforms in the ag tech space.
For those working in or around software development, Dr. Olsen emphasized that generative AI is a phenomenal toolset for coding assistance. In addition to general-purpose tools, she mentioned GitHub Copilot and Cursor—AI-driven platforms that streamline the coding process and improve developer efficiency.
“It’s a great first cut—and sometimes it’ll get you all the way,” Olsen said, summing up AI’s ability to supercharge productivity across disciplines.
From simplifying the complex to accelerating technical workflows, generative AI is proving to be a game-changer—especially for women seeking to lead in agriculture and technology.
