In today’s fast-paced business world, knowledge inefficiency is a silent drain on resources, costing businesses an astonishing $35M annually per 1,000 employees. Knowledge-efficient enterprises’ average returns on revenues are nearly three times that of median Fortune 500 companies. Amidst this backdrop, Enquire AI emerges as a revolutionary force, spearheaded by Founder and CEO Cenk Sidar.
The Innovation
Enquire AI is on a mission to make organizations and professionals knowledge efficient. How? That’s their patented blend of AI, data science, and human intelligence. “Think of it as a global knowledge platform where experts are onboarded to create a hybrid of advanced ChatGPT, LinkedIn plus a Quora system,” reveals Cenk.
And it delivers context and analysis faster than any other knowledge platform on the planet. However, that’s not all. It bolsters the global knowledge economy and leverages its insights to aid CEOs, executives, advisors, and leaders make better decisions. Cenk shares: “We empower many consultants with expert business knowledge in freelance roles, and we help them earn additional revenues by monetizing their head knowledge.”
He elaborates: “Empowering our clients with a complete range of perspectives, we deliver the intelligence they need to make smarter decisions. We also give clients the freedom to go deeper and explore issues on their own terms. We have created a world where human subject matter experts and machines collaborate to produce rapid, verifiable, and actionable insights. It is a tool: we are building tools to augment professionals with AI. We are not just building a platform but leading a revolution in how knowledge is accessed and utilized in the business world.”
Enquire AI’s patented AI technology combines contextual and lexical NLP AI matching, 3d skills scoring, and performance ratings to deliver the most relevant experts to queries. It also recently enhanced its technology with a ChatGPT-powered search guide, Ayda™, to strengthen queries and provide quick snapshots of relevant insights. Combining this powerful technology with human expertise results in unmatched insights delivery.
The Innovator
Trained as a political scientist and economist, Cenk’s journey started at the intersection of international business, global economy, and international affairs. His unique educational and cultural experiences shaped his understanding of global dynamics. “I grew up in Istanbul, studied in Europe and the U.S., which gave me a holistic view of global business and politics,” he recalls. “My job was to provide hands-on advice to these businesses to grow their operations and investments in emerging and frontier markets. I saw a gap in how decision makers access local insights. I wanted to eliminate the middleman, offering direct and faster access to global expertise.”
Cenk’s expertise in navigating complex emerging markets set the foundation for his future endeavors. He provided invaluable insights to Fortune 100 companies, helping them understand intricate market dynamics and political risks. “Navigating these markets requires more than just business acumen; it demands an intricate understanding of the local political landscape,” he explains. “My role was to demystify emerging markets, where politics and business are deeply intertwined.”
The idea for Enquire AI emerged from his realization of the inefficiencies in traditional consulting. “I saw a gap in how decision-makers access local insights. I wanted to eliminate the middleman, offering direct and faster access to global expertise,” he recalls.
“We are not just building a platform but leading a revolution in how knowledge is accessed and utilized in the business world.”
The Impact
Enquire AI’s flagship product, Network Pulse, became a knowledge-sharing game-changer. Network Pulse is a Q&A tool for business decision-makers offering refined matching and monetary rewards for experts. This tool provides a refined matching system, connecting
inquiries with the most relevant experts from its vast network. With over 50,000 professionals across 180 countries, the platform ensures high-quality, actionable insights. It is not just a platform; it’s a global knowledge ecosystem.
A significant aspect of Enquire AI’s mission is empowering global knowledge workers. From top-tier consultants to local business managers in Nigeria, the platform allows these experts to monetize their knowledge. “We’re not just facilitating knowledge exchange; we’re enabling professionals worldwide to benefit financially from their expertise. We help experts monetize their insights, offering equal pay irrespective of geographical location. This way, we’re contributing to a more equitable knowledge economy,” enthuses Cenk.
In his words: “We always focus on the content. It means that most of the consulting companies provide static reports. For instance, if I had written a report on the South African pharmaceutical industry five years ago, that content may not be relevant today. The real-time questions and answers power our platform. On our platform, a user can ask a question and receive multiple expert responses.
Enquire AI’s network encompasses a diverse range of professionals, including medical doctors, consultants from top firms like McKinsey, BCG, EY, Deloitte, and even car dealership managers in Nigeria or Bolivia. Approximately 30% of Fortune 100 companies use the platform for quick inquiries and in-depth consulting sessions involving hour-long expert calls. This service caters to a global clientele, extending beyond quick responses to more substantial, deep-dive consultations.
Enquire AI blends generative AI to enhance its platform. “AI and human expertise complement each other. Our goal is to build tools that augment professionals with AI, while also allowing AI to learn from human expertise,” he elucidates. “Enquire AI combines networking, questions, and responses with generative AI tools, fostering a cycle where machines learn from humans and vice versa.”
In essence, Enquire AI’s platform democratizes access to knowledge, allowing professionals from Fortune 100 companies to consultants to engage and learn.
The Future
Cenk envisions Enquire AI playing a pivotal role in shaping a knowledge-efficient future. Positioned strategically in Washington, D.C., he sees the platform contributing significantly to the burgeoning tech hub. “D.C.’s unique position allows us to tap into a rich array of resources, making it an ideal base for innovation in AI and the knowledge economy,” he notes.
Looking ahead to the future of Enquire AI and the broader AI landscape: “The future is about creating a symbiotic relationship between AI and human intelligence. We’re at the forefront of this revolution, right here in Washington, D.C.,” Cenk concludes with pride. Enquire AI is a testament to innovation’s power in this era of rapid technological advancement, transforming how businesses access and leverage knowledge.
