AI was everywhere at Davos 2026, but the mood felt very different from earlier years. The focus moved away from impressive demonstrations toward a more practical question for leaders. Who can operationalize this technology at scale with clear accountability and measurable impact? The shift exposes a new kind of divide between those who treat AI as a core part of their business and those who treat it as an experiment. From “Look What It Can Do” to “Where Does It Work” For seve

McKinsey's latest State of AI report confirms exactly what I've been seeing on the ground. AI has hit a turning point amongst businesses. It’s no longer about whether they’re using  AI—most companies are 88% adoption) —it’s about whether they're using it to transform their enterprise or just tinker on the edges. There's a big, persistent gap between the majority of companies running pilot projects and a small, elite cohort that's fundamentally rewiring their entire operating

Artificial intelligence is quickly reshaping the finance function, and CFOs are at the center of that shift. To lead effectively, CFOs need to understand what AI is, where it creates value, and how to deploy it responsibly across forecasting, risk, operations, and talent. What follows is a practical overview of what CFOs need to know and how AI can be used directly in their role, based on general knowledge up to early 2025 and typical industry practices.​ What AI actually is

As artificial intelligence becomes a critical driver of competitive advantage, companies across industries are moving swiftly to adopt AI...