Human-Centered Technology and the Future of Work (With Andy)-Ep #217

About this episode

Marc and Andy discuss how technology and AI can enhance human connection and reshape the future of work.

Marc and Andy explore how technology and AI can enhance human connection, reshape work, and support more meaningful, human-centered digital experiences. About the Episode: Technology has never been more powerful — yet its impact on human experience remains deeply conflicted. In this episode, the conversation explores how digital tools, remote work, and AI can either enhance or erode human connection depending on how they are designed and deployed. Drawing from decades of experience across creative industries and technology, the discussion examines why progress often leads to more work instead of less, and how this paradox shapes modern organizations. The episode dives into the post-COVID reality of remote work, highlighting how isolation, crowding, and reactive decision-making have influenced corporate digitization strategies. Rather than thoughtfully designing systems around people, many organizations default to technology-first solutions that miss deeper human needs such as purpose, balance, and belonging. The conversation challenges leaders to rethink productivity, questioning whether efficiency should mean longer hours or more meaningful outcomes. The discussion concludes…

People in this episode

Host: Marc Verbenkov

Guest: Andy

Topics covered

• human-centered technology
• future of work
• AI and human connection
• remote work
• corporate digitization
• productivity
• storytelling

Keywords

• human connection
• AI
• remote work
• corporate digitization
• productivity
• technology design
• meaningful outcomes

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: AI, corporate digitization, technology

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