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Technology Measuring AI ROI at the Tool Level Is Missing the Point, Says Slalom UK AI Chief
A new article by Pedro Varela, Head of AI at Slalom UK & Ireland, argues that measuring AI ROI at the individual tool level is counterproductive. Instead, businesses should start with a clearly defined problem and then find the right AI solution, as tool-first approaches lead to unanswerable ROI questions. Varela notes that research suggests up to 70% of UK businesses are using or planning to use AI, and 2026 is seen as the year AI ROI gets real.
Panel to Examine Labour Market Metrics as India's Employment Landscape Evolves
The Indian statistics ministry has constituted a 22-member experts committee to review labour market metrics, focusing on informal employment, moonlighting, seasonal migration, and platform work. Chaired by IHD professor Alakh Sharma, the committee will assess existing indicators and suggest improvements, including demand-side metrics and alternative data sources.