Thursday, October 17, 2024

“Minor events or actions can produce disproportionately large consequences. Alternatively, a major event or action may not produce appreciable effects.”
– Nikolas Gardner –

In an age where AI and automation promise to streamline operations, new complexities arise, reminding us that no system is entirely frictionless. Private sector leaders can learn from the military’s use of technology to reduce unpredictability but should balance this against the risk of over-reliance on automated decisions. Maintaining human oversight and adaptability remains crucial in managing these nonlinear challenges. For more insight, Check out the article Clausewitzian Friction and Twenty-First-Century War—The Paradox of Technology.

Stay safe. Stay healthy. Be strong. Lead well.

Chad