Leadership in the age of AI | Paul Hudson and Lindsay Levin
Jan 31, 2024
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Pharmaceutical CEO Paul Hudson and TED's Lindsay Levin discuss how AI speeds up operations and boosts sustainability by eliminating 'unglamorous work' and promoting collaborations. They emphasize the need for businesses to embrace AI, address carbon emissions in healthcare, and tackle social challenges. The power of AI in disrupting industries and driving innovation is also explored.
Leaders must embrace AI to disrupt the status quo and streamline operations.
Collaboration among competitors is essential for addressing sustainability and delivering healthcare responsibly.
Deep dives
Adopting AI at Scale in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Sunofi, one of the largest pharma companies, is embracing AI as part of the fourth industrial revolution. With 23,000 employees using AI monthly and 9,000 using it daily, Sunofi aims to disrupt the business and provide daily decision intelligence. The CEO highlights the surprises of AI, including the fear and resistance from CEOs and executives. However, he believes that hesitation can deprive companies of opportunities, and embracing AI can lead to more meaningful work and productivity gains.
Using AI to Drive Sustainability in Healthcare
Sunofi recognizes the responsibility of the healthcare industry to address sustainability. The CEO discusses the need to remove plastic from packaging, reduce carbon emissions, and transition to virtual healthcare. By leveraging AI, the company aims to help patients make lifestyle changes that can significantly reduce carbon footprints. Collaboration with other pharma companies is crucial in working towards a shared responsibility for the environment and delivering healthcare sustainably.
The Evolving Role of CEOs in Times of Crisis and Change
Leading in the current era requires resilience, agility, and an open-minded approach. CEOs need to navigate a constant stream of crises while maintaining business fundamentals and protecting their employees. The CEO emphasizes the importance of valuing employee engagement and aligning company values with social issues. He believes that AI, particularly large language models, holds immense potential to transform decision-making and identify key insights within vast amounts of data.
Leaders can't be afraid to disrupt the status quo, says pharmaceutical CEO Paul Hudson. In conversation with TED's Lindsay Levin, he shares how AI eliminates "unglamorous work" and speeds up operations while collaborations across competitors can dramatically boost sustainability. Hear some powerful advice for the modern leader — and learn why it's time for businesses to embrace AI.