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The case study introduces an original way of exploring the many questions and concerns around AI adoption in business. Based on a true story, it discusses the dilemma of AI implementation through Joe, the CIO of ParcelFlow. Joe is getting ready to present his AI strategy to the company's executive committee. Joe is also diabetic and on the morning of his presentation, he receives an AI-powered insulin pump. This is a life-changing event that raises both questions and fears that range from device functionality and safety to data privacy. Joe realizes that at his morning doctor's appointment, he has just gone through the same process that the executive committee is about to experience. Will Joe succeed in convincing the executive committee to transition towards the use of AI agents? To ultimately transform ParcelFlow's operations, Joe knows that answering the committee's concerns is vital. Joe's thoughts span the various stakeholders he needs to convince: Diane - the chief financial officer; Elena - the head of customer experience; Michael - the head of operations; Albert - the chief human resources officer; Robert - the legal counsel; and Lucy - the chief executive officer. Each stakeholder will have their own reservations and worries about the financial implications, customer experience, operational efficiency, workforce impact, legal compliance, and overall benefits of AI. Building trust is key for engaging people in this technological revolution. This can be achieved smoothly and rapidly by understanding, identifying and analyzing what AI is about and what it will do for us or our business. And most importantly, it must be accomplished with an excellent communications strategy.

This technical note presents a comprehensive framework for maximizing leadership impact through a Leader Amplification System (LAS). The note begins by defining one's unique value-creating purpose, then goes on to explore how leaders can extend their influence and effectiveness by developing four key amplifiers. The note examines each amplifier in detail: first, the leadership team, which provides the core extension of the leader's capabilities; second, the support system, including key roles like executive assistants and chiefs of staff; third, advanced analytics and decision-support tools that leverage modern technology for enhanced decision-making; and fourth, a diverse advice network that provides external perspectives and specialized expertise. For each amplifier, the note offers practical guidance on development and implementation, including specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for measuring effectiveness. It also emphasizes the importance of creating synergies among these amplifiers, ensuring that they work together seamlessly to support the leader's unique value-creating purpose.

This case study explores AstraPay’s journey to become a significant player, despite its latecomer status, in Indonesia’s burgeoning digital payments landscape. Launched in 2018, AstraPay had grown to serve over one million customers, but it faced intense competition from tech-first digital super-apps like GoTo and OVO. Led by Rina Apriana, who became CEO in 2023, AstraPay had to leverage its unique position within Astra International, a vast conglomerate with deep roots in Indonesia’s economy, to differentiate itself. The case first explores the conceptual differences between a platform and an ecosystem. It then considers how AstraPay can leverage Astra International’s unique characteristics to unlock synergies and evolve into an ecosystem. The question is underpinned by considerations on how AstraPay can best leverage its late mover status to compete with established digital first competitors. Finally, the students are encouraged to explore a range of alternative options available to Astra for building its ecosystem by highlighting the pros and cons of each approach against which to assess the final path taken by AstraPay.

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The case explores TBC Bank Group’s remarkable journey from a small Georgian bank to a regional leader in digital financial services across Central Asia. Founded in 1992 with just US$500 in initial capital, TBC evolved into Georgia’s largest financial institution and pioneered into digital banking. The case highlights TBC’s strategic expansion into Uzbekistan, where it rapidly built a leading digital banking ecosystem. Students will analyze TBC’s international growth approach as it transformed customer experience, leveraged technology and built a sustainable competitive advantage through product diversification, strong organizational culture and operational agility. The case explores international market entry, digital transformation and aligning strategies with local market needs, highlighting how TBC’s focus on innovation drives its regional expansion.