EP 356: Why Having an AI Strategy Might Be a Strategic Mistake

Win a free year of ChatGPT or other prizes! Find out how. Think your AI strategy is future-proof? You might be setting your company back. What if having an AI strategy is the exact thing holding your business back from true innovation and competitive advantage? We dive into the real role of AI in business with Dr. Hanan Alhaddi, a strategist and academic practitioner who challenges conventional wisdom. Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter More on this Episode: Episode Page Join the discussion: Ask Jordan and Hanan questions on AI Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup Website: YourEverydayAI.com Email The Show: info@youreverydayai.com Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn Topics Covered in This Episode: 1. AI Washing 2. Operational Efficiency and AI 3. Three Main AI Pillars 4. Responsible AI Implementation Timestamps: 01:40 Daily AI News 05:15 About Hanan and her role at Oxford 07:04 Companies often mistakenly isolate AI in strategies. 10:02 AI's promise, impact, and hype across industries. 14:19 Use AI strategically to enhance competitive advantages. 18:57 Focus on strategic, slow AI adoption and education. 21:15 Superficial AI strategy for appearances, not substance. 25:22 Transition from shareholder to stakeholder view for businesses. 28:48 Utilize AI efficiency responsibly, educate and upskill workforce. 30:35 Focus beyond efficiency; avoid long-term AI pitfalls. Keywords: AI Washing, Operational Efficiency, Understanding AI, Strategic Planning, Data-Driven Decisions, Differentiating Customer Experiences, Optimizing Organizational Efficiency, Efficiency and Employment, Responsible Implementation, AI Promise, New Products, Technology Developers, Technology Consumers, AI Plugin, AI Holistic Approach, AI Benefits Education, Adobe Firefly Video Model, Sam Altman, AI Energy Demands, Oprah Winfrey's AI Special, Hanan Alhaddi, AI Strategy Mistake, Standalone AI Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategy, Functional AI, Audience Interaction, Daily AI Newsletter, Everyday AI Show, AI Strategy Integration. Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Ready for ROI on GenAI? Go to youreverydayai.com/partner