Artificial Intelligence for Business Optimization: Research and Applications is primarily a business book that discusses the research and associated practical application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in order to achieve business optimization (BO). AI comprises a wide range of technologies, databases algorithms, and devices. This book aims for a holistic approach to AI by focusing on developing business strategies that will not only automate but also optimize business functions, processes, and people's behaviors. This book explores AI and ML from a business viewpoint with the key purpose of enhancing customer value. It applies research methods and fundamentals from a practitioner's viewpoint and incorporates discussions around risks and changes associated with the utilization of AI in business. Furthermore, governance risks, privacy, and security are also addressed in this book to ensure compliance with AI/ML applications. Readers should find direct and practical applications of the discussions in this book quite useful in their work environment. Researchers will find many ideas to further explore the applications of AI to business.