In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, we dive into how organizations can ensure their AI transformations align with their broader goals and objectives.
Host Riha is joined by Karie Willyerd, Head of Strategic Engagements at GP Strategies Corporation, to discuss the crucial considerations when integrating AI into organizational strategies. Together, they explore how businesses can leverage AI effectively, ensuring that technology adoption enhances both operational efficiency and employee engagement.
About the Speaker
Karie Willyerd is an Advisor and the Chief Learning Officer at Skillable. She brings extensive experience from her previous roles as Senior Vice President and Chief Learning Officer at Visa globally, Head of SAP’s Global Education business unit, and Workplace Futurist at SuccessFactors. Karie is also the Co-founder and former CEO of Jambok, the first video-based informal social learning platform, which was acquired by SuccessFactors in 2011. With her vast expertise in learning and development, Karie continues to shape the future of workplace learning and innovation.
Timestamps
(03:40) - How can leaders distinguish between genuine AI-driven value and AI initiatives that are simply trendy but misaligned with organizational priorities?
(08:59) - In your experience, what’s the most common mistake organizations make when they try to align AI transformation with business goals, and how can they avoid it?
(11:24) - How can organizations build a culture that embraces AI instead of fearing it, and how does this cultural shift support alignment with business goals?
(16:14) - How can organizations assess whether their current data ecosystem is strong enough to support AI initiatives aligned with their goals?
(20:16) - What capabilities do organizations need to build, in both leaders and employees, to ensure AI supports the outcomes they’re aiming for?
(25:34) - What’s one AI trend organizations should pay attention to if they want to stay aligned with future business goals over the next 3–5 years?
