--- title: Building AI-ready Teams | Centered description: Ensure that you maximize the speed of AI adoption and level of effectiveness by building teams that are ready for AI. image: https://centered.work/hubfs/Logos/LogoCenteredTitled.png --- [![LogoCenteredTitledLandscape](https://centered.work/hs-fs/hubfs/LogoCenteredTitledLandscape.png?width=200&height=80&name=LogoCenteredTitledLandscape.png)](https://centered.work/old?hsLang=en) - About ## Centered We empower your organization to innovate boldly. By fostering a culture of experimentation, inspiring leadership, and building high-performing teams, we ensure your business continually adapts and thrives in a changing world. ### About Us Meet the team at Centered ### [Testimonials See what our customers have to say.](https://centered.work/recommendations?hsLang=en) - What We Do ## Working with Centered At Centered, we help your business make innovation fast, powerful, and cost-effective.  Our proven methods cut down on wasted effort and bring bold ideas to life—fast and more effectively than ever. ### [Breakthrough Lab A 3–6 month innovation accelerator that helps leaders align, test bold solutions, and launch teams to deliver results that last.](https://centered.work/breakthrough-lab-old?hsLang=en) ### [AI Ready Teams AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a force multiplier. But without the right team structure, AI won’t make your business faster or smarter. It will only amplify inefficiencies.](https://centered.work/ai-ready-teams) ### Design Sprints Our Design Sprints skip the guesswork, revealing what works in just five days. ### Innovation Coaching Our tailored innovation coaching helps executives, leaders, and teams develop the mindset, skills, and strategies needed to drive innovation across all levels of your organization. ### [Assessments Our Innovation Assessments provide a comprehensive evaluation of your organization’s innovation capabilities, culture, and processes.](https://centered.work/innovation-assessments?hsLang=en) - Resources ## Browse Our Resources Centered has a large library of articles, podcasts, and other resources to help you boost your innovation. ### [Articles Our articles cover a variety of topics from leadership, organizational design and structure, and much more.](https://centered.work/articles?hsLang=en) ### [Breakthrough Innovation Podcast Breakthrough Innovations dives into the stories and strategies of leaders and innovators driving change. Each episode uncovers insights on leadership, overcoming challenges, and creating transformative impact across industries.](https://centered.work/breakthrough-innovation-podcast-old?hsLang=en) ### [Book - Breakthrough Innovation The Definitive Guide for Senior Leaders Driving Transformation.](https://centered.work/download-breakthrough-innovation?hsLang=en) ### [Book - The Agile Code Provides concrete case studies, base-line lean/agile approaches, and quantifiable benefits to help leaders work in more agile ways.](https://centered.work/the-agile-code?hsLang=en) ### [Case Studies Recent work and case studies where we've brought innovation to life!](https://centered.work/articles/tag/case-study?hsLang=en) [Schedule a Strategy Call](https://centered.work/innovation-strategy-call?hsLang=en) Build Teams that Harness AI for Breakthrough Results # AI-Ready Teams AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a **force multiplier.** But without the right team structure, AI won’t make your business faster or smarter. It will only **amplify inefficiencies.** The highest-performing organizations aren’t just **using AI**—they’ve **built teams that are designed for AI.** Take this 5 minute self-assessment to see if your teams are **AI-Ready!** [Take the AI-Ready Self Assessment](https://centered.work/ai-ready-self-assessment?hsLang=en) ![Two creative millenial small business owners working on social media strategy using a digital tablet while sitting in staircase](https://centered.work/hubfs/Two%20creative%20millenial%20small%20business%20owners%20working%20on%20social%20media%20strategy%20using%20a%20digital%20tablet%20while%20sitting%20in%20staircase.jpeg) Built for innovation ## Is Your Team Ready? If your teams are still structured around **traditional roles, slow decision-making, and rigid workflows,** you’re already behind. AI-driven companies move **faster, smarter, and more effectively** because their teams are built to: ### Move at the speed of innovation, rapidly testing and iterating ideas ### Own the work from start to finish, without unnecessary handoffs ### Leverage AI confidently, using it to enhance, not replace, the team's expertise ### Focus on Results, not roles, collaborating across disciplines with joint responsibility ### Make data-driven decisions, leveraging AI insights to inform strategy and improve outcomes ### Adapt quickly to change, responding to new challenges and opportunities without getting stuck ![AI Workforce](https://centered.work/hs-fs/hubfs/AI%20Workforce.jpg?width=1792&height=1024&name=AI%20Workforce.jpg "AI Workforce") How to know if ## Transform Your Teams for the AI Era At **Centered**, we don’t just help companies adopt AI—we help them **rethink how their teams operate so AI can actually accelerate results.** We work with executive leaders in **marketing, product development, and service innovation** to build **high-performance, AI-ready teams** that are structured to: - **Work cross-functionally** so AI can eliminate inefficiencies. - **Take end-to-end ownership** so projects don’t stall in handoffs. - **Iterate and improve continuously,** instead of waiting for perfect solutions. - **Embed AI into daily workflows,** making it a seamless part of decision-making. The result?   Faster product launches   Smarter, more creative problem-solving   Higher engagement and adaptability **Your competitors are already thinking about AI. Are your teams ready?** [LET'S CHAT](https://centered.work/innovation-strategy-call?hsLang=en) [Request Information](https://centered.work/contact-us-old?hsLang=en) ## Choose Your AI-Ready Team Package #### Team Assessment ## $5k **Understand where your teams stand and identify the gaps.** ✔ In-depth analysis of ways of working ✔ Assessment of  team agility ✔ Key recommendations  **Who this is for:** Business leaders who want a data-driven understanding of where their teams need to evolve before making a major shift. 📍 **Duration:** 2 weeks --- [Schedule an Assessment](https://centered.work/innovation-strategy-call?hsLang=en) Most popular #### Team Accelerator ## $35k **Equip your teams with the skills, mindset, and structures to succeed.** ✔ Team Assessment ✔ 2-day Interactive training ✔ Hands-on workflow redesign workshops ✔ Leadership coaching  **Who this is for:** Companies that want to upskill their teams quickly and create an action plan to embed AI into their daily work. 📍 **Duration:** 6 weeks 📍 **Results:** Most clients realize 30%-50% productivity gain within weeks --- [Enroll in the Accelerator](https://centered.work/innovation-strategy-call?hsLang=en) #### Team Transformation ## +$50k **A complete redesign, ensuring AI isn’t just adopted—but maximized.** ✔ Team Assessment and Team Accelerator ✔ High-performing team restructuring ✔ Implementation of redsigned workflows ✔ Change management support ✔ Metrics and adoption tracking **Who this is for:** Companies ready for speed, innovation, and long-term competitive advantage. 📍 **Duration:** 3-6 months (custom pricing based on scope) --- [Start your Transformation](https://centered.work/innovation-strategy-call?hsLang=en) Take the First Step Toward an ## AI-Ready Team This guide offers a fast, practical way to assess your team’s readiness and start building the habits that lead to sustainable, human-centered AI adoption. Inside, you’ll find simple, powerful activities to spark alignment, uncover gaps, and prepare your team to move forward with clarity. [Get your AI-Ready Teams Quickstart Guide](https://centered.work/ai-ready-teams-quickstart-guide?hsLang=en) ![Roadmap copy](https://centered.work/hs-fs/hubfs/Roadmap%20copy.jpg?width=757&height=1023&name=Roadmap%20copy.jpg "Roadmap copy") FAQ ## Frequently Asked Questions about Design Sprints ### How do I know if my team is ready for AI? If you team struggles with decision-making, is overly reliant on rigid roles, or has difficulty adopting new technology, they may not be AI-ready. Our AI-Ready Team Assessment helps identify gaps in structure, processes and mindset. ### Will AI replace my team members? No. AI is a tool that amplifies human creativity, decision-making, and execution - but only if the team is structured to use it effectively. AI-ready teams learn how to integrate AI into workflows without losing ownership or innovation. ### Who is this for? A Centered facilitator will work with you for 1-4 weeks ahead of the sprint to help with: - Refining your challenge statement - Selecting your Design Sprint team - Stakeholder communications - Expert and customer interview preparation - Coaching the decider and team ### How long does it take to build and AI-ready team? It depends on your starting point. The assessment takes two weeks, the Accelerator runs for six weeks, and a full transformation can take three to six months. We work with you to set the right pace for your organization. ### How does this fit into my existing team structure? We don’t just layer AI on top of existing structures—we help redesign teams so AI can enhance, not disrupt, their work. This means breaking down silos, increasing collaboration, and empowering teams to make decisions faster. ### Do you provide ongoing support after the training? #### Yes! For teams that complete the Accelerator or Transformation, we offer ongoing coaching, leadership support, and strategic check-ins to ensure long-term success. ### How do we get started? Start by booking a free consultation to discuss your team’s needs. From there, we’ll help you select the best package to future-proof your teams for AI. [![LogoCenteredTitledLandscape](https://centered.work/hs-fs/hubfs/LogoCenteredTitledLandscape.png?width=500&height=200&name=LogoCenteredTitledLandscape.png "LogoCenteredTitledLandscape")](https://centered.work?hsLang=en) Connect with us on    © 2024 Centered LLC All rights reserved Privacy Policy