The Expertise Upheaval—How Generative AI’s Impact on Learning Curves Will Reshape the Workplace

This white paper explores how generative artificial intelligence is transforming the acquisition and application of expertise in the workplace. The authors argue that AI tools can significantly compress learning curves by enabling workers to perform tasks that previously required years of specialized experience. Drawing on labor market data and workforce analysis, the report examines how these changes may alter career pathways, organizational structures, hiring practices, and skill requirements. The paper discusses both the opportunities and risks associated with AI-driven shifts in expertise, highlighting implications for employers, workers, educational institutions, and workforce development policies.