The massive snowfall in Davos this year certainly made getting around a little more challenging compared to years past, but that did nothing to dampen the conversation. We were fortunate to be at this year's World Economic Forum, and after dozens of conversations with executives from around the world, we wanted to share a number of things that struck us about what we heard. AI is top of mind for many executives, but the application of AI--and, more broadly, advanced analytics--is generating more thoughtful and nuanced conversations. While there are serious concerns about the social implications of AI, the reality is that it's hard to see how machines can really be effective on their own, just as it's hard to see how humans can work as well without machines. The most thoughtful organizations are looking to understand how AI can most effectively augment humans.

On Tuesday, January 23rd, the 48th World Economic Forum (WEF) got underway in Davos, Switzerland. This year, the world's top business and political leaders, economists and representatives from academia are gathering under the theme of "Creating a Shared Future in a Fractured World." In this context, the participants will focus on inclusive growth, sustainable development and the impact of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The main objective of the meeting is to engage chief executives, political leaders, academia members and technology pioneers to advance multiple agendas, such as the Global, Geopolitical, Economic, Regional, Industry and Business, and the Future Agenda. In a press conference ahead of the meeting, key representatives gave an update on the World Economic Outlook.

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