In this final episode of a three-part series, hosts JC Bonilla and Ardis Kadiu explore how AI is transforming the workplace in higher education. They discuss the emergence of AI as digital workers, examining how these systems are evolving from simple task automation to becoming integral team members. The hosts share insights on managing AI workers, the changing role of human employees, and what this means for the future of work in education. This episode offers valuable perspective for education professionals looking to understand and prepare for a workplace where humans and AI collaborate as teammates.Series Recap and ContextIntroduction to the third episode on AI workforce evolutionOverview of previous episodes on agentic systems and multi-agent frameworksIntroduction of the TACO framework: Taskers, Assistants, Collaborators, OrchestratorsUnderstanding AI WorkersDefinition of AI workers as digital teammatesComparison between human employees and AI workersDiscussion of how AI workers integrate into organizational structuresAnalysis of bottom-up approach to AI implementationAI Worker ManagementTreating AI systems as employees with goals and performance metricsImportance of onboarding and training AI workersNeed for continuous evaluation and maintenanceDiscussion of autonomous versus assisted AI workReal-World ApplicationsExample of AI admissions counselor implementationAnalysis of how AI can handle application evaluationsDiscussion of automation in admission processesComparison with traditional human evaluation methodsManagement Hierarchy and AIExploration of AI in management rolesDiscussion of complexity in decision-makingAnalysis of current limitations in AI management capabilitiesFuture possibilities for AI in leadership positionsHuman Role in AI WorkplaceShift from task execution to strategic thinkingWorld Economic Forum's Future of Jobs report insightsDiscussion of skills needed in AI-enhanced workplaceFocus on human skills like emotional intelligence and creativityChallenges and ConsiderationsGovernance and oversight requirements24/7 productivity expectations and limitationsTrust and accountability frameworksNeed for continuous learning and adaptationFuture Outlook and ImplementationIT as the new HR in managing AI workersImportance of reskilling existing workforceDiscussion of hybrid human-AI collaborationVision for future workplace dynamicsClosing ThoughtsSummary of key takeawaysImportance of embracing AI collaborationCall for audience engagement and feedbackLooking ahead to future developments
- - - -Connect With Our Co-Hosts:Ardis Kadiuhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ardis/https://twitter.com/ardisDr. JC Bonillahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jcbonilla/https://twitter.com/jbonillxAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Generation AI is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you’ll like other Enrollify shows too! Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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