The rise of artificial intelligence has triggered excitement, anxiety, and fierce debate across workplaces worldwide. While many companies are still trying to persuade employees to embrace the technology, one chief executive chose a far more dramatic path. Eric Vaughan, CEO of IgniteTech, says his company replaced roughly 80% of its workforce after employees resisted a company-wide push towards artificial intelligence. Even now, he stands firmly by the decision.
'Would I do it again? Absolutely,' Vaughan said during a discussion at the Fortune Brainstorm Tech conference. His remarks have sparked fresh debate about how businesses should approach AI adoption and whether employees unwilling to adapt can survive in an increasingly AI-driven economy.
