The Future Does Not Fit in the Containers of the Past

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Explore the transformative impact of technology in our global society with Rishad Tobaccowala's compelling keynote at the SAP Enterprise Architects 2024 Forum. Delve into the critical shifts in demographics, power, and mindsets that shape our future. Tobaccowala challenges us to rethink leadership and innovation strategies to thrive in an ever-changing technological landscape.

Main Recommendations from AI

These recommendations aim to guide individuals and organizations in navigating the complexities of a shifting global landscape.

• Embrace Change: Encourage continuous learning and adaptation to stay relevant in a rapidly changing world.

• Develop a Growth Mindset: Cultivate flexibility, resilience, and openness to new ideas.

• Leverage Technology Wisely: Utilize technology, especially AI, to enhance human capabilities rather than replace them.

• Prioritize Human Connection: Despite technological advances, maintain focus on human-centric values and relationships.

• Lead with Vision and Empathy: Leadership should combine forward-thinking with empathy and effective communication to navigate through change.

On Upgrading Our Mental Operating Systems:

• Spend an hour every day learning: Emphasizes the importance of dedicating time to learning every day to stay ahead of changes and not fall behind.

• Once in a while, build a case for the exact opposite of what you think is true: This encourages critical thinking and the ability to understand different perspectives. If you cannot argue for the opposite of your beliefs, it's challenging to be certain of their validity. This practice also helps in anticipating competitors' moves.

• Recognize we have become an age of makers and builders and creators, and try to make, build, create something that's really important: Highlights the shift towards a more creative and constructive economy and the importance of contributing through creation.

Remember:

“To thrive in an AI age we will have to upgrade our HI ( Human  Inspiration) to complement and enhance our impact. The future is AI + HI” -  Rishad Tobaccowala

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