“We all work to live. But we feel most alive at work when we are doing something that feels valuable.”

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) redefines the essence of work. Beyond automation and efficiency, AI holds the promise of making our work more meaningful—but it also poses significant risks. Join Richard as he unpacks how AI can enhance and challenge our work’s value.

This session will delve into the double-edged nature of AI adoption, exploring how it can amplify our skills, foster innovation, and drive deeper connections in the workplace. But with these opportunities come real concerns: AI’s potential to devalue human expertise, disrupt roles, and reshape what we consider valuable in our professional lives.

Richard will guide you through the complexities of AI change management, offering insights into how organizations can align AI investments with employee-centric goals to create a harmonious coexistence between technology and employee intent. With a focus on Copilot for Microsoft 365, a leading force in AI-driven transformation, Richard will provide actionable strategies to ensure AI empowers rather than undermines our professional growth.

Key takeaways:

• Unlocking Value: Discover the multifaceted ways AI can elevate the quality and impact of our work.
• Strategic Alignment: Learn how to align AI with employee-driven initiatives to maximize human and technological investments.
• Navigating Risks: Understand the risks of AI devaluing skills and disrupting jobs and gain strategies for mitigating these challenges.
• Empowering Innovation: Explore practical approaches to leveraging AI responsibly to foster innovation and enhance employee experience.

Session by Richard Harbridge, visionary Chief Technology Officer and internationally recognized speaker. 

About Richard Harbridge

Richard Harbridge is a seasoned Chief Technology Officer, successful entrepreneur, author, internationally recognized speaker, and Microsoft MVP. He is a trusted advisor to hundreds of organizations and specializes in helping businesses understand their current and future needs and taking strategic actions that drive growth and achieve their ambitious goals.

Richard is known for his hands-on approach. His passion lies in empowering organizations to achieve more, whether by creating award-winning experiences that enhance employee and technology strategies or leveraging emerging technologies to improve the value they deliver to their customers, partners, and communities.

As a sought-after speaker, Richard frequently shares his expertise on employee experience, AI, the digital workplace, technology adoption, and Microsoft technologies at industry events worldwide.

Richard also contributes to several committees, leads EX and technology groups, and serves on the Microsoft Community Leadership Board.