Strategic Leadership in the Age of AI
AI adoption is more than buying the technology. It takes strategy, prioritization, and training to bring people along on this journey. By Andreas Welsch
The article “Strategic Leadership in the Age of AI” by Andreas Welsch explores the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on businesses, emphasizing the importance of aligning AI strategies with overarching business goals. It highlights the rapid evolution of AI technologies, such as generative AI and agentic AI, and the challenges organizations face in adopting them effectively. Welsch outlines a three-step approach to grounding AI strategy in business objectives, focusing on measurable returns, collaboration between business and technology teams, and fostering a culture of transparency and experimentation. The article also discusses the future potential of AI agents, which promise greater automation and autonomy, while stressing the need for deliberate adoption strategies to achieve tangible benefits.
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- Andreas Welsch
Internationally recognized AI leader, advisor, and speaker known for helping the world’s leading enterprises turn technology hype into business outcomes. He is the founder and chief AI strategist at Intelligence Briefing, the bestselling author of AI Leadership Handbook: A Practical Guide for Turning Technology Hype into Business Outcomes (March 2024), and the creator of several popular LinkedIn Learning courses on AI agents for business leaders.
- Quarterly Summer 2025
- 5 Minutes Read
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