[:en]Automate HR, Proliferate Mediocrity[:ja]人事の自動化は凡庸の始まり[:]
[:en]Machine learning algorithms are no smarter than the humans they learn from, and in most cases not nearly as smart. I am no luddite. I am aware of the power of big data when used with good analytics and artificial intelligence in automating functions like logistics, supply chain management, manufacturing and market intelligence. However, business leaders ought to treat automating human resources with particular skepticism and caution.
[:en]No Settlement for Augmented Reality[:ja]拡張現実に甘んじるべきではない[:]
[:en]A machine is no ersatz for real, human engagement. A virtual reality is never better than the real thing. A recent visit to Paris reminded me of these truths.
[:en]No Such Thing as a Labor Shortage[:ja]人手不足と「手放す」ことについて[:]
[:en]There is no such thing as a labor shortage. In reality, there are more excellent people in Japan than you could possibly hire. You can have them, if you do things right. The first step in growing a business, even in a labor shortage, is deciding what to cut. If you find that your business is dealing with the current labor shortage by taking more on and clinging to what you have, then heed my advice. If you want to grow, you must first let go. Let go of what, you ask? Read on, and I explain the top four.
[:en]AI-Induced Atrophy[:ja]人工知能がもたらす退化[:]
[:en]For some, artificial intelligence and automation in business herald a new era of increased productivity. For others, these are a harbinger of job obsolescence and layoffs.
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