Automation Leadership in the Age of AI: What Tech Leaders Must Embrace Now
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept—it's reshaping business models, decision-making processes, and how teams operate. In his Axios piece “Wake-up call: Leadership in the AI age,” Jim VandeHei issues a clarion call to executives: adapt leadership mindsets or risk falling behind. At the heart of this shift lies automation. As AI-driven automation expands across industries, tech leaders must steer their organizations with clarity, courage, and foresight. Here are the key takeaways for those leading automation initiatives: 1. Face the Disruption Head-On AI isn’t just another tool—it’s a force multiplier that can rewire workflows and redefine value creation. VandeHei emphasizes that many leaders are underprepared for the speed and scope of this transformation. Tech leaders must break through denial and engage directly with the strategic implications of automation. 2. Lead with Experimentation Innovation demands experimentation. In the context of aut...