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Twenty, Twenty-Five: Mariana Figueiredo Salvaterra on AI, Skills, and the Future of Work

AI in 2025?

Taking notes during meetings will become obsolete. AI will handle this seamlessly. By the end of a meeting – especially online – AI agents will generate summaries of key points and agreed actions. We'll also rely on AI to process large volumes of information, distilling articles and reports into concise insights.

Who needed a rebrand?

The NHS. It’s one of the best public health services globally, but its reputation fails to reflect its true value and potential.

Where would you invest €1M?

In Intuitivo, a company revolutionizing education by helping institutions digitize and support teachers. Mariana values investments that blend profit and social impact, prioritizing education and technology over maximizing dividends.

Most in-demand jobs?

Software and data engineers - but with a twist. The engineers of the future won’t just write code; they'll leverage AI tools to accelerate development, automate testing, and enhance documentation. Productivity will center around “working smarter, not harder.”

Most dispensable jobs?

Roles focused on repetitive execution without critical thinking will fade. As automation advances, businesses will prioritize positions that require strategy, creativity, and adaptability.

Would you change industries?

Absolutely not. Mariana sees her role at Zühlke – using tech to drive sustainability and positive change – as exactly where she wants to be.

One skill to master instantly?

Data analysis. In an increasingly data-driven world, the ability to interpret and act on information will be invaluable. AI tools are powerful, but knowing how to extract the right insights will set leaders apart.