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Artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work faster than most boards imagined. In CXOTalk episode 889, David Martin, Managing Director & Senior Partner, Global Lead of Boston Consulting Group’s People & Organization practice, explains what CXOs should do now to guide their organizations through AI-driven change.
Drawing on direct experience with Fortune 500 clients and informed by BCG’s latest AI at Work research, Martin separates headline anxiety from on-the-ground reality.
The conversation includes:
Which roles and tasks are most vulnerable to automation, and where AI can enhance rather than replace people.
Why leaders and frontline employees view the AI threat so differently, and how to bridge that AI perception gap.
Practical steps for executives: reskilling on a large scale, establishing ethical guidelines, redesigning workflows, and turning the “time dividend” from AI into a strategic advantage.
Important global differences for multinationals, from rapid adoption in India to more cautious implementation in the U.S.
Watch this episode to gain clear, actionable guidance on protecting talent, unlocking productivity, and keeping your organization competitive as AI rewrites the future of work.
During the live show, share your views and ask questions on Twitter and in the LinkedIn event chat.
DATE: Friday August 8
TIME: 1:00 ET / 10:00 PT
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David Martin leads the global People & Organization practice at Boston Consulting Group, where he drives the firm’s comprehensive client strategies in organizational design, talent management, culture, purpose, change management, and the evolving HRTech landscape. As a key member of BCG's GenAI leadership team, he has played a pivotal role in rapidly expanding the firm’s GenAI offerings, successfully scaling the business to serve over 400 clients globally to date.
Michael Krigsman is a globally recognized analyst, strategic advisor, and industry commentator known for his deep expertise in business transformation, innovation, and leadership. He has presented at industry events worldwide and written extensively on the reasons for IT failures. His work has been referenced in the media over 1,000 times and in more than 50 books and journal articles; his commentary on technology trends and business strategy reaches a global audience.
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Aug 8: David Martin, Managing Director & Senior Partner, Global Lead, People & Organization, Boston Consulting Group
Aug 15: Dr. Hamilton Mann, Author, Artificial Integrity; Group Vice President, Global Digital and AI Transformation for Strategy, Marketing and Sales, Thales
Sept 2: AI TechTalk with Nate & Mike: A special discussion with AI analyst Nate B. Jones on the latest AI trends
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