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This 10-minute video from Gartner's "Top of Mind" series features Global Chief of Research Chris Howard exploring how organizations can build enterprise resilience to thrive through disruption. Learn valuable insights on developing antifragile organizations that grow stronger from challenges, using aviation principles as a parallel to business strategy. Discover how to navigate shearing forces, implement adaptive AI workflows beyond mere productivity gains, break free from decision paralysis, and execute cost reductions strategically. The presentation covers critical topics including systems architecture, simulation modeling, confronting complexity, avoiding strategic inaction, and prioritizing organizational resilience for measured growth in uncertain times. Perfect for executives and leaders seeking to prepare their organizations for the disruptions anticipated in 2025 and beyond.
Syllabus
00:00 – Intro: What Wind Shears Teach Us About Resilience
01:44 – Systems Architecture and Simulation in Business
03:05 – Facing Disruption and Complexity
05:02 – AI’s Real Power: Beyond Just Productivity
06:07 – Avoiding Strategic Paralysis
06:43 – Reducing Cost the Right Way
08:17 – Prioritizing Antifragility and Resilience
09:05 – The Path Forward: Resilient, Measured Growth
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Gartner