Day: April 15, 2026

AI is everywhere right now. And if you’ve been to any industry conference lately, sat through a vendor pitch, or opened a trade publication, you already know the pressure to adopt it is real. But here’s what nobody is talking about: most operators are approaching AI completely backwards. Here’s how it typically goes: An operator hears about an AI tool that’s working for someone else. They sign up, set it up, and wait for results. When the results don’t come, they either blame the technology or move on to the…

The current macroeconomic environment is being shaped by a combination of evolving geopolitical dynamics and a continued normalization of economic conditions. Recent tensions involving Iran have drawn increased global attention, particularly through their impact on energy markets and global trade flows. While these developments have introduced new variables into the system, they are also part of a broader cycle of economic adjustment that markets have historically navigated. At the center of today’s discussion is energy. Oil prices have moved meaningfully higher as global supply dynamics adjust to geopolitical developments, reinforcing…