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Podcast: Leadership Article Review Podcast
Episode: Assembling the AI Workforce: Strategies for Building an Effective Team to Develop and Apply Emerging Technologies, by Jonathan H. Westover, PhD
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Abstract: This article examines strategies for building effective artificial intelligence (AI) workforces in organizations. Drawing from recent research, it outlines a comprehensive approach to developing internal AI capabilities through strategic hiring and talent development. The framework begins with establishing core technical foundations through targeted recruitment of AI specialists, followed by applying these capabilities to initial use cases while expanding teams to include diverse skill sets. The article emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, continuous learning, and creating an innovation-focused culture. Through practical examples and evidence-based recommendations, it provides organizational leaders with actionable insights for assembling AI teams that combine...