AI is not a coworker, it's an exoskeleton
5 days ago
- #AI
- #Productivity
- #Exoskeleton
- AI should be viewed as an exoskeleton, amplifying human capability rather than replacing it.
- Examples of exoskeletons in manufacturing show significant reductions in injuries and worker effort (e.g., Ford, BMW, German Bionic).
- Military applications of exoskeletons enhance strength and reduce injuries (e.g., Sarcos Guardian XO, Lockheed Martin HULC).
- Medical rehabilitation exoskeletons enable patients with spinal cord injuries to walk again.
- Running exoskeletons reduce energy cost and improve performance (e.g., Stanford, Harvard research).
- Autonomous AI agents often fail due to lack of context; the exoskeleton model integrates human judgment with AI analysis.
- Kasava's product graph combines automated data analysis with human strategic input for better decision-making.
- Micro-agent architecture focuses on amplifying specific tasks while keeping humans in the decision loop.
- Productivity gains from the exoskeleton approach exceed expectations by reducing fatigue and preserving cognitive resources.
- The future of AI lies in amplification, not autonomy, making workers stronger and more efficient.