The narrative that AI will outright replace human jobs is widespread, yet it continues to miss a pivotal point: AI is more about augmenting the human workforce than replacing it. A recent World Economic Forum report suggests that AI will create about 97 million new jobs by 2025, particularly in AI development and support sectors.
Instead of fearing obsolescence, forward-thinking firms invest in upskilling employees, blending human insights with AI capabilities. Witness how AI finds its niche in mundane tasks, freeing people to focus on creative roles, enhancing what humans do best: innovate.
That said, the dynamic requires businesses to strike a delicate balance. Adaptation is not just about acquiring new technology, but also about redefining employment and roles within the company—something that’s both a challenge and opportunity.
Surprisingly, AI technology is also seeding the growth of entirely new industries. Companies require AI ethicists, model trainers, and machine learning specialists—all professions barely acknowledged a decade ago. The fascinating part is how this transformation could redefine what we consider as “profession” in the decade to come. But this only scratches the surface…