Artificial intelligence is becoming as common as electricity, transforming the way we work and live. A recent survey by McKinsey found that 71% of organizations now use generative AI in at least one part of their business, up from 65% in early 2024. Meanwhile, a survey from Elon University shows that 52% of U.S. adults are interacting with AI tools like ChatGPT.
David Nicholson, chief technology advisor at The Futurum Group, shares an interesting perspective: “As the cost of generation and delivery declines, AI will become increasingly ubiquitous. Everything will be infused with AI.” This widespread adoption isn’t just about using AI; it’s about making it accessible to everyone. Even small businesses can tap into AI’s power for personalized services and predictive analyses, much like how personal computers revolutionized the 1980s.
Sure, the road to AI everywhere has its challenges, but it also promises a more advanced world. Ben Lytle from The Ark Project believes AI will enhance meaningful work and personal growth. AI’s ability to deliver hyper-personalized experiences is set to transform healthcare by turning patient data into real-time, customized solutions.
The dropping cost of AI services is a game-changer. Peter Morales, CEO of Code Metal, notes that this shift allows smaller companies to develop specialized models, making AI accessible beyond big tech. Jason Wingate, founder of Emerald Ocean Ltd., points out that even local shops can use AI for things like customer tracking and inventory management.
With AI becoming a workplace staple, individual contributors might evolve into managers of AI agents, boosting productivity. This could lead to organizations focused around a single person with AI-driven operations, as Nicholson predicts.
AI will also encourage asynchronous collaboration in workplaces, with more meetings and decisions being AI-mediated. Vincent Koc from the University of New South Wales mentions that AI could enable real-time, personalized healthcare by integrating various data sources.
AI’s integration into small devices, like smartphones and IoT systems, promises rapid tech transformations, says Allen Drennan of Cordoniq. These advancements could lower costs and open new device markets, offering powerful AI capabilities in an energy-efficient way.
