Michael Edmondson argues that the primary leadership challenge in the AI era is preparing organizations for unpredictable change rather than selecting technology. Citing a UN scientific panel, he notes that AI capabilities are advancing faster than governance and human understanding can accommodate. Edmondson recommends leaders embrace uncertainty, strengthen internal AI governance frameworks, and invest in human capabilities like critical thinking that technology cannot replace, arguing sustainable advantage comes from resilient workforces rather than the most advanced AI systems.
