Episode

Bridging the Gap Between AI Pilots and Practice

Podcast: Higher Intelligence
Published: May 26, 2026
Duration seconds: 3197
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Summary

In this episode of Higher Intelligence, JC is joined by Andrea Gilbert from Everspring to examine why most AI pilots in higher education fail to scale, emphasizing the crucial role of leadership and change management over technology itself. They explore actionable frameworks for moving from pilot to implementation, the importance of measurable outcomes, and how institutions can redesign workflows for sustainable AI adoption, with insights drawn from leading industry research and real-world campus experiences.