From Automation to AI Agents: Building the Future of Autonomous Systems with Ashish Bhatia Product Manager at Amazon Audible

AI Realized explores the evolution from automation to agent-based AI systems with guest Ashish Bhatia. The episode unpacks why deep reasoning and memory context are critical for managing complex edge cases, outlines a three-phase roadmap from human-assisted tools to fully autonomous digital employees, and examines the breakthroughs required for safe full automation. Listeners will discover why context engineering is set to surpass prompt engineering, and how curiosity, experimentation, and precise evaluation metrics are key to building effective AI systems. 

00:00 Introduction to AI Realized

00:42 From Automation to Gentrification

02:12 The Future of Autonomous Agents

06:11 Technological Breakthroughs Needed

09:19 Model Routing and Enterprise Impact

14:25 Rapid Fire Round

16:47 Leadership in AI

17:33 Conclusion and Farewell