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Another perspective offered is that executives frame layoffs as future-proofing efforts—adopting new technologies in a way that looks forward-looking but may stem from wishful thinking. This can involve trimming roles, slowing hiring, and claiming to be adopting AI, even if the tangible benefits are uncertain. Essentially, firms are shooting for ambitious goals, testing new strategies, but not always knowing the exact impact of their AI investments.
The Reality: Companies Are Reshaping Strategies
Despite the doubts around AI’s immediate impact, the reality is that companies are actively restructuring: