At the heart of this transformation is people. Human-centered design is more than a moral imperative; it’s a business advantage. Transparent communication and inclusive involvement reduce resistance, strengthen retention, and unlock performance gains. Reskilling and redeployment emerge as smarter, more sustainable alternatives to layoffs, preserving institutional knowledge, and future-proofing the workforce.
This report introduces an AI growth index to help leaders assess their current AI readiness across mindset, people, process, and technology. In a world where AI’s pace only quickens, those who build strong foundations today will do more than keep pace; they will lead the future of work.