Autodesk CEO Andrew Anagnost recently discussed the growing importance of generative AI in a conversation with Yahoo Finance. He highlighted how companies are realizing the necessity of using AI to stay competitive, shifting their mindset to believe that not using AI puts them at a disadvantage. However, Anagnost emphasized that companies cannot simply dive into AI and that the most significant benefits are seen in digital businesses.
Many companies are currently updating their digital infrastructure to prepare for AI integration, as Anagnost notes. While some aspects of AI may not seem as exciting as others, such as self-driving cars, there are many essential and practical applications for the technology. Anagnost uses the example of the Francis Key Bridge accident in Baltimore to illustrate how AI tools could greatly improve productivity for teams involved in cleanup and rebuilding efforts, showcasing the valuable applications of the technology.
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