In alignment with BCS AI Foundation and Essentials certificates, this introductory guide provides the understanding you need to start building artificial intelligence (AI) capability into your organisation. You will learn how AI is being utilised today and how it is likely to be used in the future to balance the talents of humans and machines. You will explore robotics and machine learning within the context of AI, and discover how the challenges AI presents are being addressed.

"'This book is a welcome read for those who want to know more about AI but don’t have a degree level background in the underlying subjects. It successfully brings the beginner up to speed and is written with such enthusiasm that the more complex topics become manageable. For a foundation level book it covers an impressive content range, whilst also providing a solid grounding in Machine Learning. The topics are clearly and succinctly exemplified by 3 case studies which bring AI into the real world.'" - Senior Trainer, TSG-training

"'Many commentators see AI as the key enabler of the fifth industrial revolution. In this clear and concise guide to the BCS Artificial Intelligence Foundation qualification, Andrew Lowe and Steve Lawless set out to clearly explain the core concepts around artificial intelligence, machine learning, applications in robotics and more. A ‘must have’ guide in preparation for the BCS AI Foundation exam, this book will not only assist with exam success, but will capture your imagination to the possibilities in front of us when reimagining the human vs machine relationship.'" - Digital Transformation Programme Manager, Ravensbourne University London

"'This is a great book for executives to understand how AI may fit into their company and the types of benefits that they may gain and some of the pitfalls they may fall into. The book gives a clear picture of where AI fits with other types of decision-making processes. It covers many different aspects of how AI can be developed and how it affects society, with a particular focus on ethics and the human machine interface.'" - Innovation Lead for Special Nuclear Materials, Sellafield Ltd

"'Produces a great storm of ideas and thoughts with a funny touch from the authors...This is a piece of art and a “must read", for good immersion in the theme.'" - IT & Business Consultant, DieresiS - Business and Professional Services

"'This book is a highly recommended read for those starting out on Artificial Intelligence learning or as a refresher, written by two very knowledgeable authors, who put across the subject in an easy to understand manner.'" - Cyber Security Professional

"'Manages to provide a fundamental grounding in the theory and application of AI without relying on mathematical or data science skills...the theory is colourfully illustrated with examples of both AI successes and challenges, which will prove an invaluable foundation to the reader's learning from experience in the world of Artificial Intelligence.'" - Director and Business Analyst, Promising ICT Limited