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The financial logic powering these decisions is clear and compelling. Human corporate employees—earning $120,000 annually—cost companies approximately $180,000 to $200,000 when including benefits, taxes, and overhead. Eliminating 30,000 such positions saves billions annually.
Conversely, deploying AI solutions incurs a one-time development expense of tens of millions of dollars, plus ongoing operational costs. When scaled across thousands of roles, the per-position cost drops dramatically—making automation not just a cost-cutting tactic but an economically superior strategy. Moreover, AI does not require breaks, vacation, sick leave, or management oversight; it operates consistently, reliably, and with ever-improving precision.