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Arseneau, Faculty Leader at TCU Neeley Executive Education, sees AI specialization creating unexpected challenges\u2014and opportunities\u2014for corporate leaders. [Image sources: TCU, istockphoto]<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a corporate executive who bought into generative artificial intelligence expecting one super-tool to transform your operations, you might want to talk with TCU\u2019s Eric Arseneau. The Gen AI reality hitting boardrooms demands more strategic thinking than most realize\u2014and could be more powerful than they imagine.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Arseneau, a faculty leader at TCU Neeley Executive Education in Fort Worth, says companies are discovering that AI specialization creates unexpected friction for organizations attempting to integrate these tools into daily operations.<\/p>\n

Writing in TCU\u2019s recent insights publication, Arseneau notes that while AI has moved up Gartner\u2019s \u201cSlope of Enlightenment\u201d to deliver \u201ctangible and repeatable benefits,\u201d the technology\u2019s evolution toward specialized models designed for specific functions like coding, data analysis, and marketing content creation requires more strategic thinking from corporate users than simple plug-and-play adoption.<\/p>\n

In other words, that all-purpose AI assistant executives were promised? It\u2019s becoming multiple specialists, and knowing which one to call matters. \u201cSignificant trial and error is required to determine which model is best suited for a specific task,\u201d according to Arseneau.\u00a0<\/p>\n

What follows are his most surprising strategies for executives navigating this new reality, from non-technical execs building their own software to the rise of \u201csoftware mechanics.\u201d These aren\u2019t the typical AI talking points you\u2019ve been hearing. They\u2019re the shifts your organization will likely face in the next 12 to 18 months.<\/p>\n

Your HR director might soon be building software.<\/p>\n

Arseneau sees non-technical executives creating their own enterprise software through AI\u2014specifically through natural language commands rather than coding.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe most promising discussion around generative AI centers on empowering everyone to build software through natural language,\u201d he writes in TCU\u2019s recent insights publication. \u201cIf the director of human resources is unhappy with the cost or limitations of the enterprise software the company is using, it might be time for that director to assemble a team to build a custom, in-house solution.\u201d<\/p>\n

Arseneau suspects \u201cmany companies will develop an entrepreneurial (product management) role as the leader of such new initiatives.\u201d These internal entrepreneurs would oversee AI-built solutions, then coordinate with external \u201csoftware mechanics\u201d for fixes when things break.<\/p>\n

In other words, forget waiting for IT or vendor updates. Department heads might soon be spinning up their own solutions using natural language commands.<\/p>\n

The rise of the software mechanic<\/p>\n

When these AI-built systems break\u2014and they will\u2014Arseneau thinks an entirely new service model will emerge.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cWe may soon see the car mechanic model play out in software.\u201d<\/p>\n

His take flips traditional software maintenance on its head. Instead of continuous updates and subscription models, companies might operate more like car owners, building something once, then calling in specialists when it breaks.<\/p>\n

\u201cJust as faulty cars are taken to the mechanic when they need service, so too will software (that was completely built by AI) be taken to development agencies for repair,\u201d he writes. \u201cWhen the custom software breaks or needs maintenance, it will be taken to software mechanics (who also use AI).\u201d<\/p>\n

Why the best AI models are intentionally slow<\/p>\n

Companies used to equating speed with quality are in for a surprise. Arseneau notes that \u201creasoning\u201d models designed for complex problems deliberately work slower than simpler models.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is intentional, as these models are structured to internally critique and refine their outputs before presenting them to the user,\u201d he explains. \u201cWe expect the newer model car to be faster than the older model. In the case of AI models, however, faster is not always better.\u201d<\/p>\n

In other words, the AI that takes longer might actually be doing better work: it\u2019s thinking before it speaks.<\/p>\n

Stop policing AI use, start celebrating<\/p>\n

While executives worry about employees misusing AI or exposing intellectual property, Arseneau warns they\u2019re missing the bigger picture.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen I see teachers focusing on catching students using AI tools, I fear we are missing the forest for the trees,\u201d he says. The same dynamic plays out in corporations debating AI detection and prevention.<\/p>\n

He recommends corporate leaders reward experimentation and celebrate small wins. \u201cShifting the focus from detection and fear to empowerment and innovation fosters a positive adoption environment,\u201d he writes.<\/p>\n

Why AI companies won\u2019t help you figure it out\u00a0<\/p>\n

Perhaps the most frustrating revelation is that you shouldn\u2019t expect much help from AI providers themselves.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese organizations, likely driven by intense competition, often deprioritize supportive documentation and tutorials,\u201d Arseneau observes. \u201cAs a result, managers face uncertainty about model functionalities, limitations, and ideal use cases.\u201d<\/p>\n

The reality he describes: AI companies are racing to release the next model, not focusing on explaining how to use what they\u2019ve already built. This forces organizations to develop internal expertise through trial and error, or invest in executive education programs.<\/p>\n

\u201cClosing this gap requires internal expertise, strategic partnerships, and focused executive education to enable responsible deployment despite limited external transparency,\u201d Arseneau writes.<\/p>\n

The real business value starts now<\/p>\n

The AI revolution, at least for now, isn\u2019t plug-and-play. But for organizations willing to climb AI\u2019s learning curve, Arseneau sees real business value emerging. As he puts it, \u201cfew innovations have made such a broad impact across so many areas of business at such remarkable speed.\u201d<\/p>\n

His advice for executives navigating this messy reality? Stay informed. <\/p>\n

Arseneau says that navigating generative AI\u2019s rapid evolution requires continuous learning. \u201cLeaders must develop the agility and practical insight necessary to harness these tools effectively,\u201d he writes. \u201c<\/p>\n

In this environment, he adds, it \u201cisn\u2019t optional \u2013 it\u2019s imperative.\u201d<\/p>\n

Lance Murray contributed to this report.<\/p>\n

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