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Forbes
22-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The End Of Business As Usual: AI And The Fall Of Slow Companies
In the AI era, speed and adaptability now beat size and structure as individuals and small teams ... More outpace the giants. In a recent story, Shelly Palmer shares the example of a 19-year-old college dropout from Detroit who built a $30,000-a-month SaaS business in just ninety days. He did it solo, in six hours, using Claude, ChatGPT, and no-code platforms. This isn't an exception. It's a signal of what's next Palmer puts it simply: when anyone can execute instantly, the real advantage shifts to how fast you can generate ideas and get to market. Speed, not scale, wins. For more than two decades, I've operated like a street fighter. From launching creative ventures to advising Fortune 500 leaders, the mindset has always been the same. Be quick. Be lean. Be relentless. Generative AI has taken that approach and multiplied its impact. It compresses research into hours, turns prompts into prototypes, and gives individuals the power that used to belong only to large, well-resourced teams. While solo builders are accelerating, traditional enterprises are hitting resistance. The very structures that once helped them scale, such as annual planning, layered approvals, and institutional process, now slow them down. Palmer's warning is clear. Big companies should be nervous. If it takes you months to greenlight a project, you will lose to someone who builds and pivots daily. Harvard Business School found that companies using small, cross-functional teams to explore AI outperformed their peers by 25 percent in revenue growth within eighteen months. This approach works because it grants minimum viable autonomy. When teams can move quickly within smart constraints, they generate momentum faster than those stuck in outdated hierarchies. So, what does it mean to be an AI street fighter today? Start by collapsing the idea-to-execution cycle. Don't wait for permission. Build now. Use GPT-4, Claude, or Gemini to create a landing page, model a pricing strategy, or write a pitch. Run it past customers immediately and adjust. What used to take months now takes days. Rethink how you learn. Street fighters lead with curiosity, not credentials. They ask why not instead of can we. They are quick to unlearn what's obsolete. Slow-moving workflows and top-down project plans are often the first to go when speed becomes the goal. Develop deep expertise in one area, like natural language processing, while building enough knowledge in related fields to collaborate effectively across teams. The most valuable contributors today are AI-literate individuals who can bridge the gap between technology and business. Work is no longer confined to office walls or org charts. The most agile leaders are building hybrid teams with freelancers, independent specialists, and fractional executives. These setups bypass the friction of hiring cycles and give teams the flexibility to scale up or down as needed. The smartest organizations are also treating talent like a community, not a commodity. AI might handle the matching, but it takes people to build connection and trust. Platforms that combine automation with mentorship, training, and human support are creating long-term engagement that goes far beyond a single project. Experimentation has to become a habit, not a special initiative. This means allocating resources for small, fast tests and tracking indicators like cycle time or feedback loops rather than just financial results. Progress today is often measured in learning velocity, not just revenue. The future will favor those who move quickly, stay curious, and embrace change as a constant. If you see yourself as scrappy, resourceful, and unafraid of uncertainty, AI is not your competition. It is your edge. The bell has rung. We are in a new arena. The winners won't be the biggest. They will be the ones who learn the fastest and punch above their weight.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
2025 Governance, Risk, and Control Conference from ISACA and The IIA Examines Key Cyber, AI, Emerging Tech Topics
Hybrid event provides key insights for GRC and internal audit professionals NEW YORK, June 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ISACA and The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) will jointly present the 12th annual Governance, Risk, and Control (GRC) Conference on 18-20 August 2025, in New York City, NY, and virtually, focusing on leading topics for GRC and internal audit professionals and featuring global leaders in governance, risk and control. Sessions will explore how GRC principles relate to cybersecurity, data, emerging technologies, and personal career development. Other topics include AI, cloud risk management, auditing blockchain, EU cybersecurity regulations, data mining, resilience and risk culture, and third-party risk management. The GRC Conference 2025 will feature two keynote presentations. Rachel Tobac, CEO of SocialProof Security, will dive into the human element of security. Shelly Palmer, CEO of The Palmer Group, will explore quantum computing and guidance for a quantum future. Two pre-conference workshops are being held in-person on Sunday, 17 August, including "Performing an AI Audit using the ISACA AI Audit Toolkit," with instructor Zachy Olorunojowon, Executive Director, Digital Health Strategic Initiative at BC Ministry of Health, and "Navigating Crisis Scenarios as a GRC Professional - An Interactive Experience" with instructors Shawna Flanders, Director of Data Governance, Enterprise Risk, Compliance, and Business Resilience at The IIA, and Chris Stoneley, CISO at Cathay Bank. Attendees can earn up to 16 hours of continuing professional education (CPE) credits for attending the conference, and an additional 8 CPE credits for attending a pre-conference workshop. Registration for in-person attendance will close on Friday, 15 August. For more information about GRC Conference 2025, visit the event pages at ISACA or The IIA. About ISACA ISACA® ( champions the global workforce advancing trust in technology. For more than 55 years, ISACA has empowered its community of 185,000+ members with the knowledge, credentials, training and network they need to thrive in fields like information security, governance, assurance, risk management, data privacy and emerging tech. With a presence in more than 190 countries and with nearly 230 chapters worldwide, ISACA offers resources tailored to every stage of members' careers—helping them to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape, drive trusted innovation and ensure a more secure digital world. Through the ISACA Foundation, ISACA also expands IT and education career pathways, fostering opportunities to grow the next generation of technology professionals. About The Institute of Internal Auditors The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) is an international professional association that serves more than 260,000 global members and has awarded more than 200,000 Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certifications worldwide. Established in 1941, The IIA is recognized throughout the world as the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contacts: Bridget Drufke, +1.847.660.5554, communications@ Sarah DuBois, +1.952.688.2588, Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
2025 Governance, Risk, and Control Conference from ISACA and The IIA Examines Key Cyber, AI, Emerging Tech Topics
Hybrid event provides key insights for GRC and internal audit professionals NEW YORK, June 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ISACA and The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) will jointly present the 12th annual Governance, Risk, and Control (GRC) Conference on 18-20 August 2025, in New York City, NY, and virtually, focusing on leading topics for GRC and internal audit professionals and featuring global leaders in governance, risk and control. Sessions will explore how GRC principles relate to cybersecurity, data, emerging technologies, and personal career development. Other topics include AI, cloud risk management, auditing blockchain, EU cybersecurity regulations, data mining, resilience and risk culture, and third-party risk management. The GRC Conference 2025 will feature two keynote presentations. Rachel Tobac, CEO of SocialProof Security, will dive into the human element of security. Shelly Palmer, CEO of The Palmer Group, will explore quantum computing and guidance for a quantum future. Two pre-conference workshops are being held in-person on Sunday, 17 August, including "Performing an AI Audit using the ISACA AI Audit Toolkit," with instructor Zachy Olorunojowon, Executive Director, Digital Health Strategic Initiative at BC Ministry of Health, and "Navigating Crisis Scenarios as a GRC Professional - An Interactive Experience" with instructors Shawna Flanders, Director of Data Governance, Enterprise Risk, Compliance, and Business Resilience at The IIA, and Chris Stoneley, CISO at Cathay Bank. Attendees can earn up to 16 hours of continuing professional education (CPE) credits for attending the conference, and an additional 8 CPE credits for attending a pre-conference workshop. Registration for in-person attendance will close on Friday, 15 August. For more information about GRC Conference 2025, visit the event pages at ISACA or The IIA. About ISACA ISACA® ( champions the global workforce advancing trust in technology. For more than 55 years, ISACA has empowered its community of 185,000+ members with the knowledge, credentials, training and network they need to thrive in fields like information security, governance, assurance, risk management, data privacy and emerging tech. With a presence in more than 190 countries and with nearly 230 chapters worldwide, ISACA offers resources tailored to every stage of members' careers—helping them to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape, drive trusted innovation and ensure a more secure digital world. Through the ISACA Foundation, ISACA also expands IT and education career pathways, fostering opportunities to grow the next generation of technology professionals. About The Institute of Internal Auditors The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) is an international professional association that serves more than 260,000 global members and has awarded more than 200,000 Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certifications worldwide. Established in 1941, The IIA is recognized throughout the world as the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance. For more information, visit View source version on Contacts Media Contacts: Bridget Drufke, +1.847.660.5554, communications@ Sarah DuBois, +1.952.688.2588, Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Business Wire
17-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
2025 Governance, Risk, and Control Conference from ISACA and The IIA Examines Key Cyber, AI, Emerging Tech Topics
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ISACA and The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) will jointly present t he 12th annual Governance, Risk, and Control (GRC) Conference on 18-20 August 2025, in New York City, NY, and virtually, focusing on leading topics for GRC and internal audit professionals and featuring global leaders in governance, risk and control. 2025 Governance, Risk, and Control Conference from ISACA and The IIA examines key cyber, AI, emerging tech topics. Sessions will explore how GRC principles relate to cybersecurity, data, emerging technologies, and personal career development. Other topics include AI, cloud risk management, auditing blockchain, EU cybersecurity regulations, data mining, resilience and risk culture, and third-party risk management. The GRC Conference 2025 will feature two keynote presentations. Rachel Tobac, CEO of SocialProof Security, will dive into the human element of security. Shelly Palmer, CEO of The Palmer Group, will explore quantum computing and guidance for a quantum future. Two pre-conference workshops are being held in-person on Sunday, 17 August, including 'Performing an AI Audit using the ISACA AI Audit Toolkit,' with instructor Zachy Olorunojowon, Executive Director, Digital Health Strategic Initiative at BC Ministry of Health, and 'Navigating Crisis Scenarios as a GRC Professional - An Interactive Experience' with instructors Shawna Flanders, Director of Data Governance, Enterprise Risk, Compliance, and Business Resilience at The IIA, and Chris Stoneley, CISO at Cathay Bank. Attendees can earn up to 16 hours of continuing professional education (CPE) credits for attending the conference, and an additional 8 CPE credits for attending a pre-conference workshop. Registration for in-person attendance will close on Friday, 15 August. For more information about GRC Conference 2025, visit the event pages at ISACA or The IIA. About ISACA ISACA ® ( champions the global workforce advancing trust in technology. For more than 55 years, ISACA has empowered its community of 185,000+ members with the knowledge, credentials, training and network they need to thrive in fields like information security, governance, assurance, risk management, data privacy and emerging tech. With a presence in more than 190 countries and with nearly 230 chapters worldwide, ISACA offers resources tailored to every stage of members' careers—helping them to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape, drive trusted innovation and ensure a more secure digital world. Through the ISACA Foundation, ISACA also expands IT and education career pathways, fostering opportunities to grow the next generation of technology professionals. About The Institute of Internal Auditors The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) is an international professional association that serves more than 260,000 global members and has awarded more than 200,000 Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certifications worldwide. Established in 1941, The IIA is recognized throughout the world as the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance. For more information, visit
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK) Reports Strong Q4 Results and Announces Restructuring for AI-Driven Growth
We recently compiled a list of the . In this article, we are going to take a look at where Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) stands against the other AI stocks. The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving significant growth in the data center market. Analysts predict that the demand for data center capacity to support AI workloads will increase significantly due to factors like growing computing power requirements. The need to process large amounts of data and the growing adoption of AI applications across various industries should accelerate the growth. Likewise, Fortune Business Insights expects the data center market to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 25.7% between 2024 and 2032. The growth comes as companies and nations prepare a massive capital deployment of $1.8 trillion from 2024 to 2030 to meet the growing demand for computing power worldwide. The US is one of the countries spearheading the data center investment spree. As part of the Stargate project, the US is poised to play host to a $500 billion investment into data centers, which is expected to bolster the country's computing capacity to boost AI development. The first $100 billion investment is expected to come up this year. The Stargate project is expected to give the US a strategic advantage and create thousands of jobs. 'As for the 100,000 jobs the project is supposed to create? Some construction jobs will be created as the data centers are built, but many more (millions more) will be created as the data centers come online. We've never had a compute cloud like this—there's literally no way to calculate the economic impact of this amount of AI compute. It will be massive,' said Shelly Palmer, a tech pundit and consultant, Amid the investment spree, there are growing concerns over a potential oversupply of data center capacity despite the ever-growing needs as part of the AI boom. Reports that Microsoft is canceling leases for US data center capacity are raising concerns about whether tech giants have secured more AI computing capacity than they needed. The software giant has already canceled data center leases totaling hundreds of megawatts, signaling it could have more capacity in its pipeline than it needs. According to the Kyndryl AI Readiness Report, 86% of leaders are confident in their AI implementation, but 36% cite ROI as a barrier to adoption. Data centers, the core of the digital economy, support various demanding workloads, emphasizing the need for low-latency, high-bandwidth environments for AI applications. The time to invest is now. For this article, we selected AI stocks by going through news articles, stock analysis, and press releases. These stocks are also popular among hedge funds in Q4 2024. Why are we interested in the stocks that hedge funds pile into? The reason is simple: our research has shown that we can outperform the market by imitating the top stock picks of the best hedge funds. Our quarterly newsletter's strategy selects 14 small-cap and large-cap stocks every quarter and has returned 373.4% since May 2014, beating its benchmark by 218 percentage points (see more details here). A software engineer using AutoCAD Civil 3D to create a 3D design in a modern office Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) is a company that develops software for 3D design, engineering, and entertainment. Professionals in many industries use its software, including architecture, construction, manufacturing, and media and entertainment. The company also utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) within its software, allowing users to input design constraints and have AI generate multiple optimized design options. On February 27, the company delivered solid fourth quarter and full year 2024 results and announced it is embarking on a restructuring plan. Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) posted a 12% increase in revenue which amounted to $1.64 billion in Q4 as net income from operations increased to $608 million. Autodesk also announced plans to trim its workforce by 9% or approximately 1,350. The layoff comes as Autodesk remains focused on the convergence of design and integration of artificial intelligence solutions on the cloud. "We are reallocating internal resources toward these critical areas and beginning the optimization of our go-to-market functions to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and channel partners," said Autodesk president and CEO Andrew Anagnost. "We expect consistent growth momentum and disciplined execution, reinforced by persistent share repurchases, to deliver sustainable shareholder value over many years." Overall ADSK ranks 3rd on our list of the trending AI stocks. While we acknowledge the potential of ADSK as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than ADSK but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the . READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and Complete List of 59 AI Companies Under $2 Billion in Market Cap. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.
