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Report: AI Is Changing Leadership Faster Than Organizations Are Adapting

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NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AI is accelerating how quickly work gets done, but the leadership structures, skills, and safeguards needed to manage that speed are struggling to keep pace.

A new report from The Conference Board highlights the challenges emerging for leaders as organizations integrate AI into daily work. Among those challenges, AI’s rapid pace is creating new managerial bottlenecks, fatigue, and the risk of “work slop.” Leaders must now evaluate an influx of AI-generated work without sacrificing quality, sound judgment, or employee development.

Drawing on a survey of 775 international leaders and 20 interviews, the findings also reveal a gap between AI adoption and leadership readiness. Nearly two-thirds of surveyed leaders say their organizations are already using AI across several functions or have highly integrated it into daily work. Yet more than one-third (37%) say ownership of AI-related leadership decisions remains inconsistent or unclear.

To address these challenges, the report calls on organizations to adapt their leadership structures, decision-making processes, and development programs to keep pace with changing expectations.

“AI is fundamentally transforming what it means to be an effective leader,” said Diana Scott, US Human Capital Center Leader, The Conference Board. “Success will depend less on managing tasks and more on guiding teams through change, building trust, and rethinking how work gets done. Organizations that focus only on AI skills risk overlooking the broader leadership capabilities needed to turn the technology into meaningful business value.”

AI is already embedded in work.

64% say AI is used across several functions or highly integrated into daily work.

Accountability is lagging.

37% say ownership of AI-related leadership decisions is inconsistent or unclear.85% of organizations where AI is highly integrated report clear ownership or formal governance, compared with just 26% of organizations still exploring AI.

Middle and lower management face disruption.

While just 4% of leaders expect a reduction in C-Suite roles, 38% anticipate fewer middle managers, and 36% expect reductions in both frontline managers and project leaders.

“AI is changing how work gets done faster than organizations are changing how they’re structured,” said Erka Amursi, Principal Researcher, Human Capital, The Conference Board. “Rather than simply eliminating management layers, companies should rethink how decisions are made, responsibilities are shared, and performance is measured to ensure their organizational structures support new ways of working.”

Leadership is becoming more distributed.

36% favor a hybrid leadership model, in which leadership input and responsibilities are shared.30% favor distributed leadership, where responsibilities are spread across levels, functions, and roles.24% favor shared leadership, where individuals take the lead according to the expertise required.Just 5% say a traditional leader-centered model is best suited for the AI era.

Critical thinking is the most important leadership skill in the AI era.

52% rank critical thinking and decision-making as the most important enduring leadership skill.Among AI-expanded competencies, continuous AI literacy and knowing when human judgment should override AI tie for first at 40% each.

Work redesign becomes a leadership skill.

33% identify redesigning work for human-AI collaboration as an important AI-expanded competency.

Leaders want hands-on AI training.

72% favor hands-on practice with AI tools over more traditional development approaches.

Recommendations for CHROs:

Clarify AI accountability and decision rights: Define who owns AI-related decisions and who remains accountable for AI-generated outputs.Balance AI speed with human judgment: Build in time for reflection, review, and coaching so faster work doesn’t compromise quality, learning, or accountability.Test more flexible leadership models: Experiment with distributing leadership responsibilities while maintaining clear accountability, authority, and decision-making structures.Integrate AI into workforce planning: Bring HR, business, finance, and technology leaders together to align work redesign with staffing, skills, and technology needs.Strengthen distinctly human leadership skills: Build critical judgment, systems thinking, risk awareness, coaching, empathy, and the ability to provide context.Tailor AI development by leadership level: Move away from generic AI training toward practical, role-specific learning tied to leaders’ actual work.

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Kontron Launches Two New KBox F-Series Industrial Computers To Bring Greater Flexibility and Scalability to Industrial Edge Computing

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TAIPEI, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), expands its KBox F-Series with the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, two compact industrial computers designed to address diverse requirements in intelligent Industry 4.0, edge computing and industrial IoT applications.

Both systems are powered by 12th, 13th or 14th Gen Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 S-Series socket-type processors with a TDP of up to 65 W and support up to 96 GB DDR5 memory, providing a scalable computing foundation for demanding industrial applications requiring flexible performance configuration and long-term deployment.

The KBox F-203-RPS offers two LAN configurations with either two or four GbE ports, allowing customers to select the connectivity level that best fits their applications. The dual-LAN configuration provides an efficient solution for general industrial computing, equipment control and edge applications, while the four-LAN configuration offers additional network connectivity for applications involving multiple devices or network segments, such as machine vision, industrial automation and IoT gateways.

For applications requiring greater system expandability, the KBox F-204-RPS provides one PCIe x16 or two PCIe x8 expansion slots, offering the flexibility to integrate graphics, networking, AI acceleration or other add-on cards according to specific application requirements. With support for up to four 2.5-inch SATA HDDs/SSDs, it also provides extensive storage scalability for data-intensive workloads. These capabilities make the KBox F-204-RPS particularly suitable for industrial edge computing, machine vision, video processing and applications requiring additional functionality or large local data storage.

Together, the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS enable customers to select the configuration that best matches their requirements, from a slimmer, network-focused industrial computer to a highly expandable edge computing platform.

To learn more about KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, refer to https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-203-rps/p301099 and https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-204-rps/p311867.

About Kontron

At Kontron, we champion IoT and Industry 4.0, by creating secure, state-of-the-art solutions that span hardware, software and services. Our approach speeds market entry, reduces the cost of ownership, and offers longevity, ensuring our role as your trusted partner in the integration of smart technologies. For more information, please visit www.kontron.com, dial +886-2-2799-2789 or email SalesAsia@kontron.com.

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Mouser Electronics Brings Smart Sensing Solutions to PSECE 2026

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MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, announces its participation in the 21st Philippine Semiconductor and Electronics Convention and Exhibition (PSECE 2026) from October 26 to 28 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippines. This event underscores Mouser’s commitment to supporting the region’s growing electronics design community with immediate access to cutting-edge technologies.

Visitors are invited to meet the Mouser team at Booth #110-111 to explore new products and practical design resources. The booth features a live demonstration of Würth Elektronik’s smart sensing and visual indication solutions, integrating environmental and motion sensing with programmable visual feedback and wireless connectivity. This interactive display illustrates how modern devices can detect physical conditions and translate them into clear, immediate visual data, addressing the critical need for reliable intelligence in connected systems.

“As we advance into an era of interconnected intelligence, Mouser remains committed to bridging the gap between cutting-edge components and real-world application,” said Daphne Tien, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Mouser APAC. “Our presence at PSECE 2026 underscores our dedication to empowering engineers with the tools they need to innovate. We look forward to fostering a vibrant ecosystem where technology translates into tangible progress for the Philippines and beyond.”

Mouser’s participation highlights its strategic objective to strengthen ties with local partners and accelerate the adoption of advanced semiconductor technologies. By providing a platform for knowledge exchange, the company aims to help design communities turn promising prototypes into practical applications.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gather invaluable insights, learn industry best practices, and connect with professionals from across the region. The booth also features interactive activities where visitors can win premium gadgets and engineering tools, making innovative technology more approachable for everyone.

To learn more about Mouser’s presence at PSECE 2026, visit https://www.mouser.ph/psece-seipi/. 

For more Mouser news and our latest new product introductions, visit https://www.mouser.com/newsroom/.

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Workato Launches Self-Serve Platform in Singapore, Opening Enterprise AI to a Broader Community of Builders

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New offering gives developers, students, and customers access to the full power of Workato’s enterprise-grade engine to build AI agents and MCP servers

SINGAPORE, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Workato®, the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI, today announced the launch of a new self-service offering that gives customers, developers, and students across Asia access to the Workato platform to govern and scale their AI initiatives, including building and productionizing AI agents and MCP servers.

Making AI accessible has been at the heart of Workato’s mission the past several years. Through the AI Institute Alliance, unveiled in September 2025, Workato partnered with leading institutes of higher learning across Singapore, including Nanyang Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, the Singapore University of Social Sciences, and the National University of Singapore. The initiative equipped students and educators with automation and AI skills.

The AI Lab, which opened a year later, extended that commitment further into the public sector through its partnership with EDB, and into inclusive hiring through SG Enable.

The newly launched self-serve platform will provide users access to:

A free account to start building immediately, with the option to upgrade to a paid plan, no contract required, as projects growThe ability to build recipes, Agents/Genies, and MCP servers directly on the platformThe same governed, enterprise-grade engine that powers Workato’s largest deploymentsA path built for independent developers, students, and small teams, as well as large enterprises

Since launching in 2026 in North America, Workato has seen rapid growth in the builder community. The platform is enterprise grade, but free to get started. As builders solve problems for their business, they can grow by upgrading to a paid plan. With this launch in Singapore, Workato is making an investment in the local builder community.

“The next era of AI won’t be defined by who has access to intelligence, but by who can turn it into action. We’re putting the same enterprise-grade power trusted by the world’s largest companies into the hands of every builder. We want everyone to be able to transform how their business operates,” said Rishi Mallik, Chief Growth Officer, Workato. 

Workato showcased its self-serve platform and broader community initiatives at World of Workato (WOW) 2026 in Singapore.

Builders can sign up now at https://app.trial.workato.com/users/sign_up_trial?utm_content=sg_wow2026.

About Workato

Workato is the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI — the neutral platform enterprises trust to put AI to work across their business. Workato unifies data, applications, and processes into a single platform so AI can reliably orchestrate business processes in production at enterprise scale. Built on more than a decade of running mission-critical processes for over half the Fortune 500 — including Nasdaq, Cisco, Vodafone, Atlassian, and Lucid Motors — Workato turns over 17,000 enterprise systems AI needs to act on into one governed execution layer. For more information, visit workato.com.

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