Why Smart Companies Fail at AI: How to Escape the Factory Logic Trap and Build an AIFirst Organization

Many companies are investing heavily in AI. But most are quietly failing. Not because the technology does not work - but because they are applying the wrong logic. They are trying to run AI like a factory. In this insight-driven and practical book, Dr Lim See Yew reveals why traditional operating models break down in an AI-driven world - and what leaders must do differently to succeed. Introducing the concept of the "Factory Logic Trap", this book explains why efforts to scale AI often lead to: - Fragmented use cases - Low adoption despite heavy investment - Over-reliance on tools instead of decisions - Missed opportunities for real transformation More importantly, it shows how to escape. You will learn how to: - Shift from process optimization to decision orchestration - Reframe AI from tools into operating models - Align workforce, operations and strategy in an AI-first organization - Build systems that scale intelligence, not just automation - Lead transformation without falling into common traps This is not a technical manual. It is a strategic blueprint for leaders who want to move beyond experimentation - and build AI-first organisations that actually work. If your organisation is investing in AI but not seeing results, this book will show you why - and what to do next.