The AI Automation Graveyard (Why Most Projects Die After Launch)

Send us Fan MailThe AI Automation Graveyard (Why Most Projects Die After Launch)If your automation hasn't been updated in 90 days, it's probably broken. Alane and Micah dive deep into why automation is actually software and what that means for your business. They reveal why most automation failures aren't due to poor building—they fail because people stop maintaining them. Learn why starting small beats building "maintenance monsters," how API changes and model updates break workflows faster than ever, and why the business case still makes sense even with ongoing maintenance costs. This episode will completely shift how you think about automation in your business. If your automation hasn't been updated in 90 days, it's probably broken. In this episode, Micah and Alane reveal why most automation and AI projects fail after launch, and it's not because they were built poorly.Discover why automation requires ongoing maintenance just like software, how API changes and platform updates can break your workflows overnight, and why the "build it and forget it" mentality creates what we call a "maintenance monster."In this episode, you'll learn:Why automation is software (and what that means for your business)How fast tech changes are breaking automations every 90 daysThe real cost of ignoring updates and maintenanceWhy small automation projects beat massive workflows every timeHow to avoid creating a maintenance monster in your businessThe business case for automation vs. manual processesReal examples of automation failures (like creating 150 proposals by accident) Whether you're using n8n, Make, Zapier, or building AI agents, this episode will change how you think about automation maintenance, updates, and long-term success.Topics covered: automation maintenance, AI agents, workflow automation, API updates, software developmenLearn More about our AI Agent + RAG Cohort:Not sure how to get started with AI? Join our 4-week AI Agent Development Cohort, where you’ll build real AI agents and automation. No technical background required. The June 8th cohort is filling fast. Save your spot and sign up today.This episode is brought to you by Biggest Goal.Every quarter your team spends evaluating AI is a quarter your competitors spend shipping. Most leaders feel the pressure but get stuck between ignoring AI and getting it wrong. More tools and more demos won't fix it. What actually works is hands-on training for the people doing the work.Our workshops align your leadership team on a shared AI roadmap. Our 4-week cohort get your teams building real AI agents, and automation workflows. And our ongoing groups keep leaders and builders sharp long after the cohort wraps.Upcoming Claude Sessions:Claude Cowork WebinarClaude WorkshopConnect with Us:TikTokLinkedInYouTubeCommunityDisclosure: Some links are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the podcast!For more information, visit our website at biggestgoal.ai....