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1. A Must-Read for Anyone Looking to Thrive in the Age of AI!
   Before picking up Human + Machine, I assumed it was primarily for business managers and leaders. However, after reading it, I can confidently say this book is for everyone—from college students to C-suite executives—who wants to make their work more efficient and focus on what truly matters.As a college professor, I now recommend this book to all my students. It’s packed with practical insights and examples from various industries that illustrate how AI is reshaping the way we work. Whether you’re at the start of your career or leading a team, the strategies outlined will help you navigate this transformative time and unlock new levels of productivity.The authors, Paul Daugherty and Jim Wilson, have done a fantastic job of breaking down complex AI concepts into actionable advice. The updated content, especially around generative AI, makes this edition even more timely and relevant.Highly recommended for anyone who wants to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving world of work. Thank you to the authors for sharing such valuable knowledge!

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2. Insightful and Encouraging
   The authors do an amazing job of charting the history of AI and providing a roadmap of its future. They explain technical concepts in easy-to-understand ways and cite dozens of examples of leading companies combining humans with AI to provide superpower. They change the paradigm away from AI as a cost-cutting technology that destroys jobs. Instead, they demonstrate the leading edge thinking where humans complement machines and AI dramatically increases the speed, reliability, and accuracy of humans performing tasks. They outline the jobs that AI can, and should create — IF we harness its real power. It is a “must read” for all business leaders looking to improve bottom line results.

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3. A Roadmap for Business Transformation and the Future of Work in the AI Era
   Human+Machine is a must-read for anyone curious about AI’s impact on business. Paul R. Daugherty and H. James Wilson show how companies can succeed by teaming up humans and AI, rather than replacing people with tech. The book is packed with real-world examples and introduces crucial concepts like ‘fusion skills’ – essential abilities for the AI age. I especially liked the MELDS framework, which guides businesses in reimagining processes for the AI era. Whether you’re a business leader, an AI enthusiast, or simply curious about tomorrow’s workplace, this book provides a clear roadmap for business transformation and the evolving nature of work in the age of AI.

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4. An Insightful Series of Case Studies Examining Our & Machines Role in the AI Era
   Daugherty and Wilson beautifully encapsulate a framework regarding the role Machines have served in various facets of life.In the following chapters, a brilliant case study examines the myriad of industries where AI constantly reshapes our pre-defined roles and responsibilities.Before one can dictate the value proposition regarding Responsible AI, one must first understand our role in this digital age; as limits and constraints are surpassed and continuously reassessed.Humans + Machines is a fantastic read and staple recommendation for anyone within the domain of Technology i.e. everyone.

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5. Good, but too optimistic
   Pretty good overview of what’s happening in the age of AI. Although, at times, the authors seem to be overly optimistic.

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6. A Must-Read Guide to Navigating the AI-Driven Future of Work
   If you’re interested in understanding how AI will reshape the future of work and how to navigate the AI revolution, HUMAN + Machine is a must-read. It provides a well-researched, optimistic outlook on how AI can augment human potential and encourages organizations to rethink their approach to workforce management and innovation. While it leans heavily on the experiences of larger enterprises, its core principles are universally applicable to any organization looking to harness the power of AI.

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7. Gen AI Roadmap
   Insightful book that provides a Gen AI roadmap for the human-centric AI in organization.

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8. Excellent book that provides a different perspective
   Paul provided a different perspective of AI from a Human + Machine way before all the major LLMs were created. This book intrigued my interest in AI and glad to say that the book helped me learn more and now leading an AI initiative at my organization.

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9. Human + Machine: Reimagining Work in the Age of AI is nothing short of a modern AI bible. Co-authored by Paul Daugherty and H. James Wilson, this updated edition includes the highly anticipated GenAI insights, making it more relevant than ever.Paul Daugherty, with a remarkable career spanning decades at Accenture, has truly made his mark. In what may be his most active year before retirement, serving as Accenture’s CTO, he managed to update this work with critical GenAI content while continuing to lead in a rapidly changing tech landscape.Daugherty’s career covers three pivotal moments in tech history: from the early days of Apple’s Lisa to the revolutionary launch of the iPhone, and now the groundbreaking AI era, brought to life with OpenAI’s ChatGPT—a vision Steve Jobs once broadcast to the world.This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to grasp the future of AI and its profound impact on work and society. If you’re looking to gain a reputable and comprehensive understanding of where AI is heading, Human + Machine is your go-to resource.

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