L&D must drive AI adoption with Patrik Hedljung

#2 with Patrik Hedljung, Manager of AI Adoption at Scania. In this episode, Patrik discusses the evolving role of L&D as organizations navigate the shift toward new technology. We explore the tension between slow organizational processes and fast-moving tech, and why AI transformation requires a cross-functional effort across IT, HR, and Legal.Other themes in this episode includeSpeed over perfection: Why perfectionism is the enemy in a fast-moving landscape and why you must iterate rather than waiting for a mandate.Beyond content delivery: Why an overabundance of content doesn't solve the learning gap.Leading by understanding: Why leaders don't need to be AI experts but must understand the tech enough to manage the transition.Integrating into existing flows: How to tweak existing leadership structures rather than adding more to busy agendas.The "Scania Learner": Fostering individual agency and curiosity as the core of digital transformation.L&D's cultural role: Why AI adoption is a cultural change that requires a human-centric perspective.Collaborative learning as a choice: The need to prioritize and incentivize social learning in a results-driven culture.TakeawaysScrew the mandate: Stop waiting for permission and start experimenting, demonstrating, and inviting others to learn.Bridge the silos: AI transformation cannot be solved by one department; it requires leaning in together across IT and HR.Leaders as learners: Use the "Nordic" style of dialogue to learn alongside direct reports rather than standing on a pedestal.Chapters00:01:21 Introduction and Patrik's role at Scania00:03:46 The "two-minute rule" for daily learning00:10:45 Why AI transformation requires cross-functional collaboration00:12:25 The challenge of yearly processes in a fluid tech world00:18:29 Scania's culture: From classroom sharing to digital internships00:23:53 Prioritizing collaborative learning as a strategic choice00:28:04 The impact of AI on white-collar roles and leadership00:32:44 Integrating AI knowledge into leadership programs00:43:36 Why L&D is crucial for the cultural side of AI00:53:47 A call to action: "Screw the mandate" and start experimentingJoin the L&D Leaders Community at ldleaders.net. Free, curated community where leaders come together to share what's actually working, ask the harder questions out loud, and build relationships with peers who genuinely get it.