How AI May Affect Middle Managers

OpenAI's Shift to For-Profit, Google Eyes 2025, AI Agents Are Even Closer, How Netflix Uses AI, and Meta AI Eyes Social Media (plus an AI comic)

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Brad Reynolds
December 31, 2024

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OpenAI's Shift to Profit
The Guardian

  • OpenAI plans to shift to a public benefit corporation structure next year.

  • This change will raise more capital by providing conventional equity for investors.

  • OpenAI’s new structure supports charitable sectors like healthcare and education.

  • Microsoft, holding a 49% stake, will adjust its ownership in the new structure.

  • Google plans to introduce major AI features in the first half of 2025.

  • Regulatory challenges and competition drive urgency for innovative AI solutions.

  • Gemini app, Google's next big project, aims for a significant user base expansion.

  • Focus on efficiency and innovation is essential amid cost-cutting measures.

Middle Management in the AI Age
McKinsey

  • This is a podcast and a transcript featuring McKinsey partners discussing how AI may affect middle management.

  • Generative AI might streamline administrative tasks, freeing managers to focus more on strategy.

  • Effective support requires redefining how managerial roles fit within organizational structures.

  • Companies must invest in manager training to leverage AI tools, enhancing leadership skills.

  • Align leadership practices with evolving technological needs to empower managers effectively.

  • AI agents will automate tasks, reducing time on activities like expense reporting.

  • Tech companies see improved metrics, such as faster IT issue response.

  • Microsoft reports increased IT help success by 36% using AI agents.

  • AI agents will be both consumer and enterprise-focused, easing business operations..

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  • AI-algorithms offer show recommendations based on viewing history and preferences.

  • AI offers smooth streaming, dynamically adjusting video quality to internet speed.

  • AI-chatbots provide 24/7 customer support for queries and troubleshooting.

  • Data-driven AI assists Netflix in creating original content tailored to diverse audience preferences.

  • Meta will introduce AI characters to generate content on Instagram/Facebook.

  • AI tools will help creators edit photos and create engaging content efficiently.

  • AI characters will have bios, profile pictures, and social engagement capabilities.

  • AI-generated content will be labeled to prevent misinformation and build trust.

If you have any data or AI topics you'd like us to cover, or if you have questions about implementing Artificial Intelligence in your organization, please reach out to Brian.  It's a pleasure exploring this new world of technology with you all.

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Brad and Brian

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