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AI, Jobs, and Uncertainty: Babson Expert Analyzes AI Impact
AI Reshaping the Work Landscape
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the work environment, but not always as expected. Babson College expert Thomas Davenport breaks down how AI is impacting jobs, why predictions fall short, and what leaders should watch now. For over a decade, he has been a leading voice arguing that AI would transform work by augmenting, but not replacing, humans.
Shifting Perspectives on AI and the Labor Market
Thomas Davenport's outlook on AI and the labor market is shifting, if still hazy. The President's Distinguished Professor of Information Technology and a prolific thought leader on AI in business and the economy, Davenport stated, "If you’re not worried about AI and the labor market, you’re not paying attention." This highlights the growing concern and uncertainty surrounding AI's influence on employment.
*Source: Babson College (2026-03-31)*
