As AI becomes a strategic imperative for enterprises, Appspace has partnered with Microsoft, Google, Logitech, and Unisys to release The Expert’s Guide to AI in the Workplace, offering practical insights for CIOs and IT leaders navigating AI adoption.
The guide captures perspectives from executives across these companies, detailing how AI can transform work—from automating repetitive tasks to amplifying human connection—while addressing challenges around data security, ethics, and workforce upskilling.
AI That Amplifies Human Connection
Across a structured virtual roundtable, contributors emphasized that AI is most effective when it reduces noise, sharpens focus, and creates room for meaningful human interactions.
“The best AI makes space for more humanity, not less,” said Stan Stephens, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Appspace. “Think about the coffee chat that turns into a breakthrough idea, or the manager who notices you’re struggling before you say anything. AI should protect and amplify those moments, not replace them.”
Logitech takes a similarly practical stance on AI adoption.
“AI tools should eliminate repetitive tasks, improve productivity, and increase engagement to ultimately make work more meaningful,” said Sudeep Trivedi, Head of Alliances and Go-to-Market at Logitech. “Any reskilling or retraining effort should free up people’s time to focus on the more rewarding side of their work.”
Weston Morris, Senior Director of Global Strategy at Unisys, added:
“AI will more often augment how work is performed rather than replace entire roles. Organizations can help employees adapt by providing training for these new AI-adjacent roles.”
Practical Guidance for Leaders
The guide outlines actionable strategies for organizations to implement AI responsibly, including how to:
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Enhance communication and collaboration across teams
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Boost productivity in ways that strengthen human capability
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Manage culture, change, and upskilling to ensure workforce readiness
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Address employee concerns about AI adoption
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Establish ethical and governance frameworks for safe, sustainable use
While designed primarily for CIOs and IT decision-makers, the guide offers insights for C-level executives, operations leaders, and HR teams aiming to balance AI innovation with human-centered outcomes.
“Our customers are asking how to balance innovation with integrity,” Stephens said. “This guide helps leaders cut through the hype and focus on what actually drives progress, using AI to empower people, not overwhelm them.”
The Expert’s Guide to AI in the Workplace is now available, serving as a roadmap for organizations looking to integrate AI responsibly, effectively, and with humanity at the center.
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