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Just be clear about the current technology in language a 5 year old can follow. Use short sentences and connect the dots.

1. AI is business jargon for Large Language Models.

2. LLMs are predictive models using plain text.

3. LLMs are not more accurate or creative than what they are fed.

4. LLMs can provide excellent documentation for prior encountered problems but cannot provide original solutions to new problems.

5. A more effective means at cost reduction is to reduce/eliminate regression. This provides the same benefit as LLMs but without sacrificing creativity.

6. This is an opportunity for executives to reduce expenses and dramatically and simultaneously radically increase product quality. Lead the developers to increase test automation coverage and increase execution speed.

7. The alternative for the developers is their replacement by LLMs. LLMs cannot replace people but cost so much less they make up the difference if product quality remains marginal or maintenance cost remains high.

That is how you do it. Small sentences, use numbers to explain the finances, and play devils advocate.

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