The AI Product Shift: From Features to Building Intelligence
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# The AI Product Shift: From Features to Building Intelligence
Hosted by ProductTank Pune in collaboration with Avalara
As AI evolves from a buzzword to a core capability, the very definition of a product is changing. Products are no longer bundles of features — they are becoming intelligent systems that learn, adapt, and act. But this shift raises critical questions for product leaders: When does AI stop being an add-on and become the core experience? Where should AI assist versus act autonomously? And does every product really need an agent?
This session is designed for Product Managers, Product Leaders, and Tech Professionals who want to understand how to navigate the transition from feature-driven products to intelligence-driven ones.
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Event Details
Date: Saturday, 4th April 2026 Time: 10:30 AM– 1:00 PM IST Venue: Avalara, Pune
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Keynote
Niyati Shah – Director of R&D, BMC Topic: The AI Product Shift: From Features to Building Intelligence
- Moving from AI as a feature to AI as the product experience
- When intelligence should replace feature checklists
- Rethinking product strategy for AI-native systems
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Panel Discussion
Where AI Should (and Shouldn't) Run Your Product
Panelists:
- Imtiyaz Khatib – Head of Product, Avalara
- Amit Godbole – CPO, FCI CCM
- Charu Nevatia – AVP Product, Infinx
- Varun Nagar – Associate Director Product, FIS
Discussion Themes:
- When does AI stop being an add-on and start becoming the core product experience?
- Where should AI assist users versus act autonomously?
- When should a product NOT have an agent?
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## Who Should Attend?
- Product Managers & Product Leaders
- AI/ML Product Teams
- Engineering & Security Professionals
- Anyone building AI-powered enterprise products
Expect practical insights, real-world stories, and meaningful networking with Pune’s product community. Light refreshments will be provided.