[This is the third in our six-part Power Up with AI series. This series comes from our Chief Information Officer, Mandy Vitello. You can find all of the articles from this series in HUBi’s User Corner.]
Remember a few weeks ago that we introduced AI as a smart assistant? Well, AI also becomes your ultimate research partner! It makes finding information much easier and faster. When you need to research a new topic or find answers to questions, AI tools quickly look through tons of data from places like websites and surveys. They then analyze this information to find important patterns, giving you insights you might miss on your own. This means your AI research partner helps you stay updated on topics you care about and quickly understand huge amounts of information.
et’s see AI in research action for an everyday task:
Imagine you’re planning your next family vacation and want to compare different destinations, activities, and budget options. Instead of spending hours sifting through travel blogs and booking sites, your AI research partner can help.
For personal use, you could use general AI search tools or chatbots. You might prompt it with something like:
“Compare family-friendly vacation spots in the Pacific Northwest for a week in summer, considering activities for kids aged 8 and 12, and a moderate budget. Also, suggest three unique outdoor adventures for each location.”
The AI would then gather and present this information in an organized way, saving you a tremendous amount of time. It streamlines the research process, helping you make informed decisions quickly so you can focus on enjoying your planning!
Remember, for work-related tasks, use DOE’s Joulix for secure and approved information gathering. Copilot is only available through Outlook.
