How Japan's Culture Of Business Teaches Us About AI Transformation

This week I’ve been in Asia and in this podcast I describe how Japan’s economic history teaches us about AI transformation in our careers and our companies. I also describe my experience using Galileo on my 7 hour flight from Japan to Singapore.

Takeaways

• Why has Japan’s economy has stagnated since the mid-80s.
• The aging population poses significant workforce challenges.
• Cultural beliefs in lifelong employment hold us back
• Wages in Japan are tied to tenure rather than performance.
• Companies must encourage experimentation to leverage AI.
• The integration of AI is a continuous process, not a one-time event.
• Access to information is revolutionizing decision-making in business.
• Language barriers are diminishing with technology.
• Embracing AI is essential for future career success.

Additional Information

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Chapters

• (00:00:00) - A look at the Japanese economy
• (00:03:35) - Should You Work For the Same Company Your Career?
• (00:13:15) - SAP Japan: The Future of Work with AI