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What has to be in place before the AI is
October 29, 2026 · Handbook
WB-HB-01Public edition
Why most AI rollouts don't move a measured number, and what has to exist first: a baseline, four things to measure, and where control sits for an assistant, a workflow or an agent. Closes with six questions to answer before approving the budget.
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