AI Doesn't Have ROI
This article argues that businesses are struggling to justify the high costs of AI implementation due to the inability to measure return on investment. It highlights the unpredictability of LLM performance and the lack of standardized cost metrics for AI-driven tasks.
Why it matters
It challenges the current corporate enthusiasm for AI, suggesting a potential financial bubble driven by unproven utility and uncontrolled spending.
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The article presents a critical financial perspective on a trending technology without clear political alignment.
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