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Disclaimer
This piece was supposed to be about AI applications in the world of customer success, but I couldn't deep-dive into that without touching on an important aspect of AI's evolution.
I hope you enjoy this piece as an introduction to my next article, which will focus more on AI applications in the world of customer success.
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Section 1: AI: More Than Just a Buzzword
Section 2: Navigating the Changing Landscape
Section 3: The Importance of Human Assets
AI: More than just a buzzword
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a popular term/ all over meaning.
Companies across various industries are scrambling to associate themselves with AI, often renaming existing tools or processes to fit the AI narrative.
While the hype surrounding AI is understandable, we have to stay focused on the reality that the real value in AI lies in its application to serve the company's mission, vision and business strategy that truly matters to achieve specific business goals
AI as a strategic tool
As AI is not merely a technological marvel it can help organizations leap forward and achieve better results. It enables companies to stand strong in a fast-paced, competitive market with unique and rapidly changing. By leveraging AI, companies can e.g:
- Increase efficiency: Automate routine tasks, freeing up human resources for more strategic work.
- Enhance decision-making: Analyze vast datasets to identify trends and patterns that may not be apparent to humans.
- Improve customer experience: Personalize interactions and provide tailored solutions based on individual preferences.
Navigating the changing landscape and adapting to market changes
The market is constantly evolving, driven by shifts in customer demands and technological advancements. Businesses and service providers often find themselves caught in the middle of these changes. Technological advancements, such as AI, lead to changes in customer demands while evolving customer needs to drive further technological innovation.
The simple illustration below presents these two forces affecting changes in the tech market.
However, if you are a creative and agile business, you can adapt to this race and even use it to your advantage. For instance, as a solution provider sitting down with both sides and leveraging a streamlined flow of data, you can predict and stay ahead of the curve, potentially shaping the future for both sides.
Leveraging data effectively can be a game-changer for businesses, especially those positioned as solution providers. Here's how it can be done:
The importance of human assets - Layoffs: A shortsighted approach
When companies invest in AI, they often consider how much they need to cut to fund AI advancements and integration. Many have started laying off a significant percentage of their workforce, only to hire new employees later to work with the implemented technology.
This is a shortsighted vision with significant long-term costs.
AI requires human interaction to ensure creativity and a refined touch. Instead of laying off trained, skilled, and loyal employees, companies should build a sustainable investment model.
This model would not only retain human assets but also enhance their skills, allowing them to contribute to the AI transformation.
Key takeaways:
- AI is a valuable tool for driving business growth and innovation.
- Navigating the changing market requires a data-driven approach and adaptability.
- Human assets are essential for ensuring the effective implementation and utilization of AI.
- By investing in both AI and human capital, businesses can build a sustainable competitive advantage.