Shopify CEO Tobi Lutke: AI is now a 'fundamental expectation' for employees
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Shopify CEO Tobi Lutke's internal memo emphasizes that using artificial intelligence (AI) is a fundamental expectation for employees. He pointed out that product designers are required to utilize AI tools for feature prototypes, which results in faster and more exploratory work. The company provides access to tools like Github Copilot and Anthropic Claude for coding. Additionally, performance reviews will now assess employees' AI tool proficiency, and hiring decisions will be influenced by the potential role of AI in job functions, reflecting a strong push for integration of AI into the workforce.
Shopify CEO Tobi Lutke emphasized the fundamental role of AI in daily tasks, stating that proficiency in AI tools is now a key expectation for employees.
Lutke highlighted that using AI makes producing and sharing features faster and more exploratory, underscoring its importance for Shopify's future.
In performance reviews, Shopify employees will be evaluated on their knowledge and use of AI tools, reflecting the company’s commitment to innovation.
Hiring managers must justify why human employees are necessary over AI, indicating a shift in organizational expectations towards automation.
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