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AI Era! What on Earth Should We Do?!

This article covers survival strategies in the age of AI, the power of analog in the digital transformation, insights from Gradient Group Leader Kim Byung-min, and a step-by-step action plan!

1. The Shock of the AI Era: Diagnosis by Gradient Group Leader Kim Byung-min

Since its explosive spread in late 2023, artificial intelligence (AI) has restructured corporate work structures and readjusted labor demand across industries. Kim Byung-min presents “the productivity revolution brought about by automation and generative AI” as a key theme, warning of the possibility that economic growth forecasts may be revised upward by more than 1%p.

2. Rediscovering Analog: Why Analog Now?

While AI processes numbers and data, analog activities stimulate uniquely human emotions and creativity. Kim Byung-min emphasized “the power of handwritten notes, the synergy of offline brainstorming” in a workshop within Gradient, citing the ‘Schrödinger’s Cat T-shirt’ event from the 2025 new merchandise as an example.

3. Digital Transformation and Analog Balancing Strategy

The digital transformation project, which started in the first quarter of 2024, has been accelerated by cloud-based data analysis and the introduction of collaboration tools. However, at the same time, an offline ‘Analog Day’ is designated once a month to conduct team meetings, idea generation, and prototype production with paper and pen. This balanced strategy strengthens both technological innovation and a human-centered organizational culture.

4. Practical Guide: Step-by-Step Action Plan

Step 1 (Apply Immediately)
• Register on an AI learning platform to experience basic tools (chatbots, data visualization)
• Develop a habit of writing handwritten notes

Step 2 (3–6 Months)
• Roll out in-house analog workshops, build cross-functional teams
• Experiment with digital dashboards and paper brainstorming in parallel

Step 3 (6–12 Months)
• Plan in-house innovation projects based on success stories
• Strengthen personal branding through external conference presentations and publications

5. Prospects and Opportunities

After 2025, ‘hybrid work environments’ will become the standard, and companies with digital transformation fully integrated and organizations with analog-centric innovation cases will emerge as winners. Investment points include not only AI startups but also the analog goods and workshop service market.

< Summary >
In the midst of the spread of artificial intelligence (AI), Gradient Group Leader Kim Byung-min diagnosed that the balance between data-centric digital transformation and analog activities such as handwriting and offline meetings is key. Through a step-by-step action plan and hybrid work environment prospects, a practical strategy for survival and growth after 2025 is presented.

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