Board members and C-suite executives need to increase their knowledge and experience with AI. Without sufficient understanding of AI, boards may undervalue its importance, reducing funding and slowing adoption—putting your organization at a competitive disadvantage.

It's helpful to take a step back and consider how transformative shifts have historically redefined industries and societies.

Throughout history, each major revolution has reshaped the fabric of business, consumer behavior, and society. The Agrarian Revolution transitioned us to agricultural societies, the Industrial Revolution brought mass production and urbanization, the Digital Revolution reshaped communication, and the Information Revolution shifted our focus to data and knowledge.

Now, we stand at the brink of the Intelligence Revolution, where AI is set to become the cornerstone of business transformation. AI will deeply impact business operations, reshaping how companies engage with customers, from personalized marketing and predictive sales strategies to efficient customer service. For consumers, AI promises more intuitive interactions, with AI agents and bots acting on their behalf, necessitating businesses to adapt to these evolving expectations.

Put simply, the success of your businesses depends on its ability to access, synthesize, and leverage Intelligence effectively to achieve growth and market transformation.

AI is no different from other transformative tools in history—it is most impactful when approached with clarity, preparation, and purpose.