Technology Expectations vs. Reality
When it comes to technology, expectations vs. reality don’t always line up. Similar to Pinterest fails, when technology falls short of its promises, it leaves its customers confused and disappointed. In this post, we’ll review artificial intelligence, programming, and digital transformation. Without further ado, let’s dive in.
Artificial Intelligence and Programming
First, artificial intelligence refers to machines that demonstrate intelligence. Contrary to natural intelligence in humans and animals, AI lack consciousness and emotionality. Next, you’ll see a two-frame meme comparing, “how I expect my code” and “how it actually works.”
Artificial Intelligence Expectations vs. Reality Meme
![Hey Artificial Intelligence, why do you always wear that [Machine Learning] mask? -lifts mask- shows Statistics](https://hailstorm-development.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/4f71u8ti5hg31.jpg)
Next, in the photo above, a figure is shown wearing a mask that says “Machine Learning.” Next, someone walks up to the figure, asking, “Hey Artificial Intelligence, why do you always wear that mask?” In the following frames, they lift the mask, which reveals, “Statistics,” and says, “Let’s keep this on.”
Programming Expectations vs. Reality Meme
Third, the first image shows several cars back-to-back in traffic accompanied by the caption, “how I expect my code”. Below, with the caption, “how it actually works,” several vans are pictured, parked perpendicularly in close proximity with bicycles, people, and coolers in between them.
Digital Transformation: Expectations vs. Reality
Alongside artificial intelligence and programming, the reality of digital transformation also doesn’t line up with its expectations. Opposite to the following misconceptions, digital transformation is:
- People-driven
- Continuous
- A tool for creating and implementing business solutions
Digital Transformation Expectations vs. Reality
First, it’s common to think digital transformation is technology-driven. However, it isn’t. Instead, digital transformation is people-driven. Further, professionals with expertise in change management and enterprise solutions can help to ensure success.
Second, digital transformation is not a one-time project. Contrary, it is a continuous journey. Not only does it require buy in from all levels in an organization, but also requires careful planning, preparation, and implementation.
Third, digital transformation is a tool for business solutions. With technology, businesses can rethink processes and business models. Also, it ensures the alignment of technology with business objectives.
In Conclusion
Ultimately, technology expectations vs. reality are bound to misalign at some point. Though, even with extreme care, can it be prevented completely? Let us know in the comments below.
Resources & Further Reading
Chosen, D. (2019, August 14). R/Datascience – expectation vs reality. Retrieved April 12, 2021, from https://www.reddit.com/r/datascience/comments/cqffii/expectation_vs_reality/
Digital transformation: The expectations versus the reality. (2020, July 02). Retrieved April 12, 2021, from https://www.oxfordcorp.com/en-us/insights/blog/digital-transformation-the-expectations-versus-the-reality
R/Programmingandtech – expectations vs reality. (2020, April 21). Retrieved April 12, 2021, from https://www.reddit.com/r/ProgrammingAndTech/comments/g5lmdi/expectations_vs_reality/
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