People Will Be the Unsung Heroes of the AI Revolution
Jan 17, 2024
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Companies should focus on upskilling and reskilling workers to effectively use generative AI. It is important to balance algorithms with human considerations. Analyzing roles and activities can determine how AI can enhance productivity. Skills like adaptability, creativity, collaboration, and expertise in AI will be valued. Trust in gen AI can be built through experience and critical thinking.
Upskilling and reskilling in adaptability, creativity, and collaboration are crucial for workers to effectively use generative AI.
Organizations need to prioritize the people side, including upskilling employees, redesigning job roles, and implementing comprehensive training programs upfront, to maximize the benefits of generative AI.
Deep dives
The importance of reimagining the use of Gen AI and upskilling the workforce
To stand out from competitors, organizations need to reimagine the possibilities of Gen AI and invest in upskilling their workforce. Research has shown that individuals using tools like chat GPT can experience a significant increase in productivity, while those in group settings tend to revert to the mean and see a decrease in creativity and diversity of ideas. Businesses should prioritize value creation and focus their efforts on areas that can generate the most value through generative AI. Combining predictive and generative AI can unlock even more value by improving cost-efficiency and service levels.
The need to prioritize people and process in implementing Gen AI
To maximize the benefits of Gen AI, organizations must prioritize the people and process aspects alongside algorithm and technology development. Putting more effort into upskilling employees, redesigning job roles, operating models, and implementing comprehensive training and skilling programs is crucial. By considering the people side from the outset and aligning delivery mechanisms with organizational redesign, businesses can adapt to the changes brought by Gen AI.
The evolving skill profile and career paths in the age of Gen AI
The skill profile required in organizations will undergo significant changes, with a greater emphasis on adaptability, creativity, collaboration, and strategic thinking. To address talent supply and demand imbalances, organizations should invest in upskilling and reskilling existing employees while complementing the current skill sets. Career paths will need to be reimagined, especially for knowledge workers, as many routine tasks become automated or altered. Organizations must develop a culture of continuous learning and provide personalized upskilling opportunities for individuals to navigate the changing landscape of work.
In implementing generative AI, companies are paying too much attention to the algorithms and not enough to the human element. How well are workers equipped to use it—and use it responsibly? Allison Bailey, global leader for BCG’s people and organization practice, discusses the need for upskilling and reskilling in not just technology, but also being adaptive, creative, and collaborative. Businesses must also train their employees to incorporate AI into their daily routine—and learn when the risks are not worth it.