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AI Workflows Often Create Hidden Manual Labor, Hurting ROI
Enterprise AI tools often automate only visible tasks, leaving humans to copy-paste data between systems. McKinsey's 2025 survey found workflow redesign is key to AI value, while Deloitte reported rising worker access but not necessarily reduced labor. The hidden manual work at system seams can erode ROI quickly.
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The article correctly identifies a persistent gap between AI demos and real-world outcomes, but the solution isn't just better tools—it's rethinking processes end-to-end.
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