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Competing in the Age of AI
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Competing in the Age of AI

Strategy and Leadership in a World Run by Algorithms

by Marco Iansiti & Karim R. Lakhani


AI is no longer an emerging trend—it’s the foundation of modern business. Companies that harness AI-driven strategies gain massive advantages in scale, speed, and adaptability, while those that don’t risk irrelevance. This book explores how AI is redefining industries and reshaping the way leaders must think about competition and strategy.

"CEOs and business leaders who understand AI’s potential can build companies that scale faster, learn quicker, and compete more effectively in the digital economy."

Impact & Outcome

  • Unbounded Growth: AI-driven firms are breaking traditional business constraints in scale, scope, and learning.

  • Reimagined Strategy: The playbook for success is shifting—leaders must think in networks, data, and digital ecosystems.

  • Competitive Edge: AI-powered businesses have the advantage of continuous improvement, creating widening gaps between winners and laggards.

Who is it for?

  • Executives & Founders looking to position their companies for AI-driven competitive advantages.

  • Business Strategists seeking to understand the changing dynamics of digital competition.

  • Managers & Innovators wanting to integrate AI-driven decision-making into their operations.

The Authors

Marco Iansiti is a professor at Harvard Business School and an expert in digital transformation. He advises organizations on leveraging AI and digital ecosystems for competitive advantage.

Karim R. Lakhani is a Harvard Business School professor specializing in data-driven innovation. His research focuses on AI’s role in business transformation and how digital platforms reshape industries.


Key Insights

AI is Redefining Business Boundaries

AI removes traditional business constraints—scale, scope, and learning are no longer bottlenecks.

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