How AI Is Driving the Shift From Automation to Autonomy | Phoenix Global Forum 2026

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the global economy, transforming industries, accelerating decision-making, and redefining competitive advantage. As businesses move from traditional automation to autonomous AI systems, technologies such as predictive analytics, intelligent platforms, and autonomous operations are driving unprecedented productivity gains while introducing new risks and challenges. At the Phoenix Global Forum 2026, leading experts from technology, logistics, consulting, and media explore how AI is transforming business models, supply chains, financial systems, and critical infrastructure—and what organizations must do to remain competitive in an increasingly AI-driven economy. Featured Speakers: • Jon Clay, VP, TrendAI • Sravanthi Peruru, Director of Product, FedEx Dataworks • Mark Shipley, Director, Consulting Delivery, CGI Moderator: • Courtenay Brown, Economics Reporter, Axios The discussion examines: • How AI is driving the shift from automation to autonomy • Which industries face the greatest risk of disruption • The rise of predictive analytics and autonomous systems • AI's impact on productivity, competitiveness, and economic growth • Technological dependence, systemic risk, and resilience • Governance, accountability, and trust in intelligent systems • Whether AI represents an incremental evolution or a new industrial revolution As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in core infrastructure and business operations, leaders must navigate a rapidly changing landscape where innovation, resilience, and long-term strategy are more important than ever. Topics Covered: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Autonomous Systems, Machine Learning, Digital Transformation, Business Strategy, Industry 4.0, Future of Work, Economic Growth, AI Governance, Supply Chain Innovation, Predictive Analytics, Enterprise Technology, Emerging Technologies, Productivity, Innovation, and Global Competitiveness. 👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights from the world’s most influential leaders. Visit our website: www.forum-americas.org/ Follow IEFA LinkedIn:   / international-economic-forum-of-the-americas   Facebook:   / forum.americas   Instagram:   / forumamericas   X: https://x.com/AmericasForum