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    How to adopt AI as a company

    How to adopt AI as a company

    Step-by-step guide to become AI-ready

    May 7, 2024
    Updated July 6, 2026
    9 min read
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    by Iwo Szapar

    Become AI-Ready: step-by-step

    πŸ˜… The Rough Road to AI Adoption

    Did you know that only 35% of global companies use AI?

    What about the rest - are they sleeping? Not really…

    Effective adoption of Artificial Intelligence requires robust change management skills. This is where the problem is.

    At Remote-how, while backing change management projects for 3,000+ clients, we've seen similar struggles. These companies, regardless of size, grapple with the transition, echoing broad challenges that we encountered during major organizational shake-ups.

    70% of change management initiatives fail - don’t let this happen to the AI transformation.

    πŸ‘‹ What’s the effective way forward? Meet STEP

    Despite these troubles, there is a way to make adopting AI easier and more beneficial. It’s called the STEP Framework. This method doesn’t just simplify the process; it transforms how companies operate.

    Using the STEP Framework properly can lead to great results. Companies that have used this method report a 72% increase in employee satisfaction. AI can improve not just technology but also the work environment.

    🧠 The STEP Framework Explained

    STEP framework stands for four strategic actions to integrate AI successfully:

    1. Segmentation: Decide which tasks AI should handle.

    2. Transition: Shift and adjust roles to fit AI.

    3. Education: Teach employees to use AI effectively.

    4. Performance: Use AI to evaluate outcomes better.

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    🦢 Steps in Detail

    Step 1: Segmentation

    • Objective: To clearly categorize tasks, enhancing workflow integration with AI.

    • Method: Utilize AI-driven assessments to visualize and improve work processes.

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    Step 2: Transition

    • Objective: Seamlessly integrate AI, optimizing both team and individual performance.

    • Strategy: Redefine roles in alignment with AI capabilities, focusing on maximizing potential through strategic training and engagement.

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    Step 3: Education

    • Objective: Equip employees with necessary skills for AI-enhanced roles.

    • Approach: Craft bespoke training programs that are as much about strategic thinking and AI management as about specific technical skills.

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    Step 4: Performance

    • Objective: Reenvision performance management to leverage AI insights effectively.

    • Mechanism: Implement AI tools for continuous performance monitoring, ensuring adaptive strategies that align closely with organizational goals.

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    βœ… Conclusions

    In conclusion, the STEP Framework isn't just a theoretical model; it's a practical, actionable plan that could significantly streamline your AI adoption process, enhancing both efficiency and employee satisfaction.

    If you're eager to delve deeper and effectively apply these principles within your organization, I invite you to join an upcoming webinar hosted by Springworks. Register now and ensure your company is AI-ready!

    Have a great rest of your week,

    Iwo