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François Candelon is the Global Director of the BCG Henderson Institute, Boston Consulting Group’s think tank dedicated to exploring and developing valuable new insights from business, technology, economics, and science by embracing the powerful technology of ideas. He is also a leader of BCG GAMMA’s AI@Scale effort for technology, media, and telecommunications companies. GAMMA is BCG’s data science and advanced analytics unit.

François joined BCG in 1993. He has worked in several European countries, led BCG’s global telecommunications work from 2008 to 2012, and spent seven years in China where he worked with the most advanced tech companies. His research is focused on AI and digital as a source of competitive advantage for businesses and national economies. His work has been published in several prestigious reviews (Harvard Business Review, MIT, and Sloan Management Review), and he has been a speaker in global conferences like Mobile World Congress, TED@BCG, Web Summit, Politico AI Summit, and Wuzhen Internet Conference.

You can read François's latest thinking on artificial intelligence and digital technology in his monthly column published on Fortune.com.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • DEA, industrial economy, Paris Dauphine University
  • Engineering degree, École Polytechnique and MINES Paris Tech

HONORS AND AWARDS

  • Thinkers50 2021 Digital Thinking Award nominee
  • Board member and strategic advisor, Virtuos Games

Publications and Videos

Four Generative AI Imperatives for CEOs

Generative AI technology will prompt business model innovation. Francois Candelon explains how to prepare.

Putting People at the Core of Generative AI

With proper upskilling, reskilling, and recruiting, CEOs can develop a workforce capable of thriving in bionic organizations that embrace the value of generative AI.

Making Commitments and Placing Bets on Generative AI

As generative AI makes it easier for everyone to adopt AI at scale, companies will need to determine which uses cases offer true long-term competitive advantages.

Strong Policies Can Reduce Risks from Generative AI

By developing clear guidelines on the use of generative AI, companies can reap benefits, channel innovation, and mitigate risks.

Winning the Generative AI Revolution

With the right policies, use cases, and people strategy, CEOs can help their companies grasp the immense potential of generative AI.

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The CEO’s Guide to the Generative AI Revolution

This powerful technology has the potential to disrupt nearly every industry, promising both competitive advantage and creative destruction. Here’s how to strategize for that future.
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Cities of Choice: Are People Happy Where They Live?

Leaders must learn what works in their city—and expeditiously address what doesn’t. Residents’ satisfaction is key to whether they move or stay.
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What’s Your Synthetic Biology Strategy?

By analyzing the syn-bio industry stack and understanding its dynamics, incumbents can develop strategies that will gain them competitive advantage.
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Creating a New Reality: The Metaverse in MENAT

The metaverse is the next generation of the internet, heralding a new interconnected reality. This paper looks at how to unlock the metaverse in the MENAT region.
Migration Matters: A Human Cause with a $20 Trillion Business Case

Migration Matters: A Human Cause with a $20 Trillion Business Case

Companies must deploy three strategies—centered on global talent, cross-border innovation, and taking a stand for human rights—to maximize value from migration.
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AI Empowers Employees, Not Just Companies

Our recent survey shows that using artificial intelligence at work benefits both organizations and employees. Increasing employee awareness, trust, and understanding of AI further enhances its value.
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Four Visions of the Metaverse

As first movers shape the architecture of the metaverse, company leaders need strategies to prepare for different outcomes.
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