The crucial first step for designing a successful enterprise AI system

Many companies that rushed into generative AI saw their pilots fail due to poor project selection. Mistral AI developed a methodology for identifying "iconic use cases" that meet four criteria: strategic value that excites leadership, urgent business-critical problems, pragmatic impact with real-world deployment potential, and feasibility with quick ROI within three months. This approach avoids common pitfalls like moonshot projects, tactical fixes, or blue-sky ideas that lack strategic importance and practical implementation timelines.