Why AI Upskilling Shouldn’t Be a CEO’s Afterthought

Why AI Upskilling Shouldn’t Be a CEO’s Afterthought
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If your leadership team isn’t investing in AI upskilling, your company might already be obsolete. Upskilling isn't a trend — it's a survival strategy.

AI and GenAI have the power to transform companies, but only if employees are properly upskilled to use them. Research shows companies struggle with this, with only 6% of surveyed firms meaningfully starting AI upskilling.

A five-step approach is key to success: assess the company's needs, prepare employees for the changes AI brings, introduce incentives to learn, ensure the C-suite champions the initiative, and use AI tools for training itself.

Upskilling is a marathon, not a sprint, and requires consistent C-suite support to scale AI proficiency. How can your business ensure it’s equipped to leverage AI’s full potential in the long run?

Read the full article on BCG.

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