Ozan Ozerk Outlines What CEOs Need to Get Right to Realize AI Ambitions

Artificial intelligence has moved well beyond theory. Tools are available, investment is flowing, and expectations are high. Yet many organizations remain stuck at an early stage, unsure how to turn AI interest into measurable results. In his latest Forbes Finance Council article, Ozan Ozerk addresses this challenge head-on, focusing on what prevents AI from becoming a practical part of everyday business operations.

The article argues that the main obstacle is not technological readiness. Instead, it is organizational preparedness. Many companies underestimate the internal work required to support AI initiatives, including process redesign, clear governance, and cultural alignment. Without these foundations, even well-funded projects struggle to move beyond pilot phases.

Ozerk highlights how legacy structures often slow decision making. In large organizations, responsibility for AI may be spread across departments, leading to unclear ownership and delayed execution. When accountability is vague, initiatives lose momentum. Establishing clear leadership and decision rights early helps prevent this drift and creates a shared sense of purpose.

Another key theme is the human dimension of AI adoption. While technology discussions often focus on efficiency, employees experience change at a personal level. Concerns about job security, role changes, and unfamiliar tools can quietly undermine progress. Ozerk emphasizes that leaders must address these concerns openly. Clear communication, training, and realistic transition planning help teams see AI as support rather than threat.

The article also calls attention to the speed at which AI capabilities are evolving. What once required large teams or significant infrastructure may now be accessible through simpler tools. Ozerk encourages CEOs to avoid fixed assumptions about what is possible. Instead, organizations should maintain ongoing awareness of developments and revisit ideas that may have seemed impractical in the past.

Equally important is treating AI as an ongoing capability rather than a one-off initiative. Successful adoption depends on data quality, risk management, and oversight structures that mature over time. Ozerk suggests viewing AI efforts as a pipeline, from idea generation through testing and deployment, supported by clear standards and review processes.

Throughout the article, restraint is as important as ambition. Ozerk does not argue for rapid or uncontrolled adoption. Moving too quickly without structure can create operational risk and erode trust. At the same time, delaying action entirely leaves organizations unprepared for competitive pressure. The balance lies in steady, well-governed progress.

By reframing AI as an organizational challenge rather than a technical one, the article offers a practical roadmap for leadership teams. It encourages CEOs to focus less on headlines and more on readiness. With the right foundations in place, AI becomes easier to deploy, easier to manage, and far more likely to deliver value.

For executives seeking a realistic perspective on how AI fits into complex organizations, this Forbes Finance Council piece provides clear and timely guidance.

Read the full article on Forbes:
https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesfinancecouncil/2025/12/29/practical-ai-for-ceos-minding-the-implementation-gap/

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Dr. Ozan Ozerk, born in Nicosia, Cyprus in 1979 and raised in Norway by academic parents specializing in education and learning disabilities, has built a remarkable career bridging medicine, technology, and finance. After serving as a Norwegian Armed Forces Ranger and completing medical school at the University of Oslo (2000-2008), he co-founded the pioneering social network Biip.no in 2005, which was acquired by Egmont and Nettavisen for over 100 million krone in 2008.

Following years as an emergency room doctor until 2015, he pivoted to fintech, establishing a portfolio of successful ventures. A Forbes Finance Council member since 2021, Dr. Ozerk is recognized as a fintech pioneer and advocate for financial inclusion, frequently sharing his insights on the industry's future through interviews and opinion pieces.

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