5 Ways to Win in the Age of Agentic AI and Ecosystem Strategy from Vince Menzione, Founder of Ultimate Partner The rules of growth are being rewritten, and most organizations are still playing by the old ones. In a recent conversation with Vince Menzione, Founder of Ultimate Partner®, and former Microsoft exec...

The edge in the AI era isn't just better tools. It's stronger ecosystems, deeper trust, and staying human.

In this episode of #shifthappens, Vince Menzione, Founder of Ultimate Partner, breaks it all down.

Is your org building for the structural shift or just chasing a shiny tool? Read more here:

AI Literacy Is the New Leadership Imperative for Organizations | #shifthappens Explore how AI literacy is essential for leadership in today's organizations. Learn about the shift from training to governance in the age of agentic AI.

Many organizations are investing in AI training. Yet, fewer are building AI literacy into leadership decisions and accountability.

As AI agents shape workflows, the gap isn’t exposure. It’s judgment.

A practical take on what comes next: www.avepoint.com/shifthappens...

6 Ways Leaders Can Navigate the Agentic AI Shift: Next Steps with Shashank Kapadia, AI & ML Thought Leader AI used to be a content machine. Today, it's becoming a decision engine.

Most teams are still using AI as a tool.

The shift? Treating it as a teammate with accountability.

In this #shifthappens episode, Shashank Kapadia shares how leaders can move from AI experiments to real execution.

Where can AI start making decisions in your org?

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Shadow AI is the New Shadow IT: Why Governance Can’t Wait | #shifthappens Explore the rise of Shadow AI, its risks, and why proactive governance is vital for balancing innovation and security in today's AI landscape.

Shadow AI is the new Shadow IT.

Employees aren’t waiting for rollout. They’re already using AI tools to get work done.

The risk isn’t the tools. It’s the lack of visibility + governance.

Worth a read: www.avepoint.com/shifthappens...

How visible is AI usage in your org?

How Internal Communications Helps Overcome AI Adoption Challenges (This article I wrote was originally published on Reworked) One of the biggest barriers to AI adoption has nothing to do with technology: it's poor internal communications. Despite the surge in AI inv...

I’ve seen transformation efforts that checked every box: Strategy. Investment. Timeline.

And still, progress slows. The gap is often understanding.

If your AI rollout feels uneven, here are 3 ways to strengthen internal communication for better AI adoption:
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From my LinkedIn poll, nearly half of results said communication gaps are the biggest challenge in hybrid work.

No surprise, but it shows how misalignment, tool overload, and trust gaps all connect.

Hybrid work isn’t the problem. It’s the proving ground for modern leadership. Anyone else agree?

AI isn’t just a content generator anymore. In this #shifthappens episode, Sam Mallikarjunan of Agent.ai shares how AI agents are becoming active collaborators: empowering small teams, creators, and the next wave of digital transformation. Read on or listen here: www.avepoint.com/shifthappens...

Leadership Principles That Drive Big Bet Transformation | #shifthappens Join this exclusive event to network with peers and gain valuable knowledge from industry leaders to help you build a digital workplace that’s reliable, equitable and secure.

Big bets only pay off when leaders know how to guide them.

In this episode, John Rossman (The Amazon Way) shares 4 habits that turn transformation from “just another project” into real change.

🔗 Read on or listen here: www.avepoint.com/shifthappens...

More tools ≠ more transformation. Disconnected systems stall before they scale.

Real progress happens when data, governance, and people evolve together.

Good read on why some projects take off while others stall: lnkd.in/eEt5uXS6

3 Lessons on Digital Transformation in Government: Insights from Javier Inclán, CIO at the US National Science Foundation OIG The public sector operates in one of the most complex environments for technology adoption - with strict compliance requirements, budget constraints, and high security standards. But leaders like Javi...

The public sector isn’t afraid of complexity.

In this #shifthappens episode, Javier Inclán, Ed.D. (CIO, NSF OIG) shares how government leaders balance regulation, security, and people-first innovation - turning complexity into an advantage. 👇

Listen on: www.linkedin.com/pulse/3-less...

When Zero Trust Backfires and What Smart Leaders Do Instead | #shifthappens Zero trust can fail without business alignment. Learn how leaders can avoid friction, shadow IT, and innovation slowdowns with smarter implementation.

Zero trust can strengthen security.. or stall your business.

When it’s applied without alignment, it causes friction, fatigue, and slowdown.

The best leaders make it work with people, not against them. Read on to see what smart leaders do to make it work: www.avepoint.com/shifthappens...

Debunking AI myths: tech and people matter | Dux Raymond Sy posted on the topic | LinkedIn There’s no shortage of noise about AI. Some say it will replace humans. Others believe the “right tool” is all that matters. Many think adoption is just a tech problem. But the reality is different. ...

AI myths are everywhere: from “it’ll replace us” to “it’s just about the tools."

Truth is, real value comes when leaders balance tech and people.

💬 What myths are you hearing most?

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5 Ways Accounting Firms Can Embrace AI Responsibly From David Hartley, Partner-in-Charge of Advisory at Anders The accounting industry has always leaned toward caution. But today, firms are being reshaped by three powerful forces: technology, private equity investment, and a shrinking talent pipeline.

Accounting has always been about trust. But with AI reshaping the profession, the challenge isn’t tools - it’s change.

In this #shifthappens episode, David Hartley, Partner-in-Charge of Advisory at Anders, shares 5 ways firms can manage change & adopt AI properly 👇

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Cloud Migration Isn’t the Fix — It’s the Setup | #shifthappens Beyond cloud migration: Discover true operational maturity. Overcome fragmentation, gain visibility, and build resilience in your multi-cloud environment.

Cloud isn’t just a tech story - it’s a people story.

Only 37% of employees feel confident with new digital tools (Flexera). That’s not a system failure, it’s an enablement gap.

Real maturity happens when teams feel empowered, not just migrated.

Great read here:

AI hype is everywhere.

But real impact comes from clean data, governance, and purpose-built use cases.

On #shifthappens, Jon Reed (Co-Founder, diginomica) shares 5 steps to move past hype into lasting value: www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-step...

3 ways to make AI less scary - and more useful. | Dux Raymond Sy AI adoption isn’t just about rolling out new tools. It’s about building confidence and trust. When leaders make AI approachable, adoption stops being a source of fear, and starts becoming a source of...

AI adoption isn’t just about rolling out new tools. It’s about building confidence and trust.

When leaders make AI approachable, adoption stops being a source of fear, and starts becoming a source of strength.

How is your org building AI confidence today?

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Why do so many teams still resist AI? Because of misconceptions, fear, and lack of awareness. That’s why education the most important driver of adoption.

Daniel Larsson, Senior Architect at Cristie Nordic gives us 5 lesson on making AI approachable:

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From Know-How to Know-Why: The Next AI Talent Shift | #shifthappens | Dux Raymond Sy We’ve reached a turning point in AI talent: Knowing how to use AI (prompts, tools, frameworks) is no longer the differentiator. The next wave is about knowing why. Sharing an article where the real A...

Knowing how to use AI is no longer the differentiator. It's about knowing why.

Shifts are coming, but the bottom line is that AI is not just a skillset, but a mindset. Those who can connect innovation to execution are the ones who will shape the evolution:

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5 Takeaways on AI as a Copilot (Not Autopolit) from Rapid Circle’s Maarten Eekels As AI adoption accelerates, many still see it as a shortcut or a threat. But the reality is more nuanced: AI isn’t an autopilot replacing human judgment.

In reality, AI isn’t an autopilot. It’s a copilot.

We spoke with @maarten.eekels.net, Global Solution Director for Data & AI at Rapid Circle, about how organizations can adopt AI responsibly while keeping people at the center.

Check out these 5 lessons:
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AI Still Hallucinates. Here's How to Reduce It: (This article I wrote was originally published on Reworked) AI hallucinations aren’t slowing adoption, but they highlight why strong data governance is essential to improving accuracy and trust. When ...

AI hallucinations aren’t new, and they’re not slowing adoption.

Business leaders understand that the value of AI outweighs the setbacks. That’s where strong data governance comes in.

I share a few ways organizations can start making that shift in this piece:

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#ai #futureofwork #leadership #digitaltransformation | Dux Raymond Sy On my latest poll, I asked: “Where has AI made the biggest difference in your org so far?” and the results are in. Not surprising - the early wins are showing up in how we work. Automating tasks, str...

I ran a poll on LinkedIn: Where has AI made the biggest difference so far?

Most said productivity, some decision-making - but 0 for customer experience. This tells us early wins = efficiency.

The next challenge: better decisions + CX.

What are your thoughts? www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Data Quality Drives Personalized AI Success (This article I wrote was originally published on Reworked) When an AI agent relies on mislabelled, irrelevant, outdated or inappropriate information, it will sound less like a SME and more like a gen...

30% of GenAI projects were projected to be abandoned by 2025 - not because AI doesn’t work, but because of poor data quality.

Here's a quick guide on how to optimize data for personalized AI success: www.linkedin.com/pulse/data-q...

What can Portugal teach us about building for an AI future?

We spoke with Andrés Ortolá, General Manager at Microsoft Portugal, about what leaders need to understand now to guide their organizations through change.

Check out these 5 insights: www.linkedin.com/posts/meetdu...

AI can only be as effective as the environment it’s placed in. Organizations must invest in the proper tools to actually see ROI.

The projects that don’t? They may join the 30% abandoned after proof of concept.

Read the full article here: www.linkedin.com/posts/meetdu...

AI assistants helped us write, but AI agents will help us run. Unlike assistants, agentic AI can actually help with more: managing tasks, surfacing insights, etc.

Check out this article to explore what this shift means for MSPs and solution providers:
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Beautiful Sunday in #Danang

His commitment to giving back is a powerful reminder that success is not just about achieving greatness, but about using our platforms to uplift others. Kudos to apl.de.ap for being a shining example of the American dream in action! Mabuhay ka! 💪

#AAPIHeritageMonth #PayingItForward #pinoy

Not only has he crushed it in the music industry, but he's also paying it forward through his foundation, which provides resources and support to youth worldwide. Learn more lnkd.in/eieVxY8C

Celebrating #AAPI month with a huge dose of inspiration from Apl de Ap of #BlackEyedPeas !

How tech companies can use AI to strengthen customer experience Here's how technology companies should use AI tools to build a better customer experience that can help drive revenue and build deeper, more sustainable relationships with customers.

How tech companies can use #AI to strengthen customer experience via @fastcompany.com www.fastcompany.com/91330475/how...