Stephen W. Maye is your host for Projectified with PMI. In this episode, Stephen talks with Dr. Michael Chui of the McKinsey Global Institute. Dr. Michael Chui is a technologist by training, a computer and cognitive scientist, author, and frequent speaker at major global conferences. Michael Chui has conducted lots of fascinating research around automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, and digitization.
Michael shares research on the impact that artificial intelligence will have on the workforce, why A.I. presents new opportunities in the project world, how it affects work and the future potential of work, and how project professionals can prepare themselves to thrive in an emergent, exciting and uncertain landscape.
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Key Takeaways:
[:28] Steven introduces Dr. Michael Chui and he gives us some background into his work
[1:40] What Dr. Michael Chui’s research has been about, the motivation behind it and the biggest surprises to come out of it
[8:40] Where Michael sees the significant differences in the project world with the adoption of technological automation
[12:17] The good news: Emphasis on leadership roles and developing connections with people
[14:20] Where Michael anticipates the most significant impacts from automation and digitization
[16:25] Where we are from a social acceptance perspective about machines and robotics
[19:20] Awareness of robotics and automation adoption across the country and on socioeconomic levels
[22:17] How people in professional roles will prepare for a world of increasingly smart technology
[24:48] The good news for project management and project leadership: Immense value placed on leadership and motivation skills
Links:
Michael Chui’s McKinsey & Company ProfileWhat’s Next? Navigating Your Project Management Career
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How Project Teams Are Building Climate-Resilient Infrastructure
Advancing Your Project Management Career in 2024
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Space Projects: Managing Innovation, Risk and Change
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Project Teams
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Strategic Alignment: The Secret to Project Success
Overcoming Burnout and Change Fatigue
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The Rise of Value Streams and AI in Agile Approaches
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