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Implementing AI systems capable of delivering consistent, reliable outcomes has historically proven to be a daunting task. The apprehension is not unfounded; AI technology has a duty not only to perform competently but to integrate seamlessly into existing processes without overwhelming a naturally conservative workforce. The technology's inherent difficulty in achieving high reliability has often resulted in stalled advancements.
Reflections on AI's rich history over the decades reveal that similar pitfalls were experienced during earlier impactful periods like the expert systems boom of the 1980s. Recurrent challenges have emerged, but the current landscape may differ due to the greater accessibility of computational power and diverse inputs.