As AI capabilities accelerate at a weekly pace, enterprise leaders face a critical question: how do you choose the right AI tools for your organization without compromising security or governance? In this episode, Andy Sack and Adam Brotman provide a CEO-level playbook for becoming AI-first while navigating existing enterprise technology environments.

They argue that this moment requires leadership, not delay. Rather than relying on a single platform or waiting for capabilities to mature, executives should empower a focused group of employees with secure, enterprise-grade access to multiple leading AI systems. Clear AI use policies, strong governance, and disciplined experimentation are essential. So is resisting the urge to demand immediate ROI before learning what the technology can unlock.

The discussion highlights the importance of portability, organizational change, and hands-on experience with frontier models. Over the next 12 to 24 months, companies that move responsibly but decisively will build internal capability, accelerate learning, and position themselves for meaningful competitive advantage in an AI-first economy.