Elad GIl is hoping to teach old companies new tricks with AI

AI is transforming business efficiency, though it has not yet enabled massive 10x reductions in team sizes for most companies. While generative AI enhances productivity in coding, sales, and customer support, its most immediate impact lies in AI-driven roll-ups where technology radically alters cost structures in people-intensive industries. As AI models become more pervasive, they function as personalized tutors and advisors, raising critical questions about bias and the societal influence of a few Silicon Valley companies. Founders must navigate the "founder mode" balance, remaining hands-on in areas of unique expertise while delegating effectively. In the current investment landscape, specific AI verticals like legal tech and customer success are crystallizing, with winners emerging as the market moves beyond the initial hype phase toward more practical, integrated applications.