This is an ode to middle managers--the people who manage projects, serve as a buffer to executives, and lead teams in smaller batches. Today, we've gone from the COVID-19 era of over hiring to cutting out layers of management. In true American fashion, the pendulum swings all the way to the other side with little to no balance in the middle.
Enterprises are prioritizing artificial intelligence projects, but shortchanging the collaboration and orchestration needed across all business functions including HR, IT, finance, operations, and other areas. What's needed: Chief AI Officers.
Enterprise technology demand has stabilized, and vendors are expecting gradual demand improvement into the second half with pockets of generative AI-driven strength.
"We are still in the early stages of using large data models to power improved user experiences and efficiencies across our platform, with much more to come," says Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi.