definition
What this leak means
Separate real workflow improvement from prompt volume, demos, and internal excitement that never reaches a value metric.
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AI adoption leak
Separate real workflow improvement from prompt volume, demos, and internal excitement that never reaches a value metric.
When usage rises and business output stays flat.
signals
Field signals
- Cost rises without a decision
- Ownership is unclear
- Quality depends on invisible rework
fix
How to close it
Start with one use case, one cost, one value metric, one boundary, and one review date.
FAQ
Is it always severe?
No. A leak becomes urgent when it combines cost, risk, or missing ownership.
Should everything be measured?
No. Measure costly, sensitive, or fast-growing use cases first.
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