AI adoption is a race against time

Geotab's CEO shared insights on the urgent need for companies to embrace artificial intelligence. The company rolled out a custom AI tool, GIA, to 3,400 employees in one day, achieving a 97% daily active rate within seven days. The CEO emphasized that leaders must personally engage with AI to effectively guide their teams. Onboarding simplicity was key, with employees able to start using GIA by simply typing 'GIA'. The CEO highlighted six lessons, including the importance of transparency in AI usage, with real-time data on token consumption available to all employees. Privacy, security, and human judgment were identified as critical components of responsible AI adoption. The CEO warned that waiting for AI to feel perfect is a mistake, stressing the need for rapid implementation. The World Changing Ideas Awards deadline is November 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PT.