By Franklin Mathieu | CEO, Paragon Rock
A Story of Transformation
Not long ago, my desk was covered in notepads—each meeting, every idea, and all critical insights captured by hand. I valued the tactile experience of pen on paper, but there was a hidden cost: finding an old note meant digging through stacks, and sharing insights required time-consuming manual effort.
Gradually, my habits shifted. I adopted digital tools, first for convenience, then out of necessity. Now, my notes are automatically organized, searchable, and instantly accessible from any device. Meetings are transcribed in real time, AI flags action items, and every insight is securely stored in the cloud. What once took hours now takes seconds. What was once siloed is now shared.
This personal evolution is more than a change in tools—it’s a transformation in how I work, collaborate, and make decisions. My productivity has multiplied, and my focus is sharper than ever.
The Broader Lesson: Agentic AI as the Next Leap
My journey mirrors the transformation underway across industries. We are moving from manual, isolated processes to intelligent, interconnected systems. Agentic AI is the next leap: just as my note-taking is now automated and cloud-powered, our business operations are poised to be orchestrated by AI agents—handling complexity, surfacing insights, and freeing us to focus on what matters most.
Imagine a future where:
- Legal research is conducted, summarized, and acted on by AI.
- Supply chains adapt in real time without human intervention.
- Customer needs are anticipated and met before they even ask.
Organizations that embrace this shift will move faster, collaborate better, and unlock new value.
Signals Shaping the Future
- AI-Driven Business Model Reinvention – Companies integrating agentic AI are already redefining industry boundaries and accelerating profitability, with over 80% of CEOs investing in AI to transform their business models.
- Adaptive Governance – As regulations evolve, robust governance frameworks will be essential for building trust and resilience.
- Workforce Transformation – Agentic AI will reshape roles and demand new skills. The winners will invest in continuous learning and foster a culture of innovation.
Strategic Recommendations
To capture the full value of agentic AI, leaders must:
- Set a bold vision for AI adoption aligned with business strategy.
- Orchestrate cross-functional collaboration for seamless integration.
- Invest in data-driven decision making and real-time feedback.
- Champion responsible innovation with strong governance.
A Call to Action
If a simple change in how I take notes can transform my effectiveness, imagine what’s possible when we apply agentic AI across our organization. Now is the time to move from experimentation to orchestration—empowering our teams, accelerating our growth, and leading our industry into the future.
This is not just about technology. It’s about reimagining how we work, connect, and create value—one insight, process, and breakthrough at a time.