Posted by Alumni from MIT
January 22, 2026
Beyond the headlines about generative AI, what do leaders really need to know' In this insightful video, AI experts Thomas H. Davenport and Randy Bean explain why most AI investments aren't paying off yet ' and what leading companies are doing differently. AI investment continues to fuel the U.S. economy, but many expect it to slow down dramatically in 2026. Agentic AI was the hot topic of 2025, but it remains an expensive early-stage experiment that's not quite ready for mainstream use. What does this mean for leaders looking to guide their teams' Get a better sense of how to guide your organization's AI efforts with expert advice from Davenport and Bean. For a deeper look at these trends, read their full article, 'Five Trends in AI and Data Science for 2026.' Thomas H. Davenport is the President's Distinguished Professor of Information Technology and Management and faculty director of the Metropoulos Institute for Technology and Entrepreneurship at Babson College, and a fellow of... learn more