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Publication Date: February 28, 2026

The New CEO Mindset in the AI Economy

Author: Preeti Lobana
Vice President, Google India Head

Artificial intelligence is no longer a peripheral technology experiment-it is a foundational driver of competitive advantage, operational efficiency, and strategic differentiation. From predictive analytics and generative models to intelligent automation and real-time decision support systems, AI is reshaping how organizations operate, compete, and create value. As these technologies permeate every function-finance, marketing, supply chain, human resources, product design-the expectations placed upon corporate leadership have fundamentally shifted.

Traditionally, the CEO occupied the apex of a hierarchical decision-making structure. Authority flowed downward; information flowed upward. The CEO synthesized reports, relied on trusted advisors, and ultimately made the final call. Strategic clarity, risk appetite, capital allocation, and organizational alignment were filtered through a centralized lens of executive judgment.