Sridhar Vembu says only humans with meta level skills will benefit from AI

01-Nov-2026

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Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way modern offices function, and it is creating a noticeable divide between employees who use it and those who do not. Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu has sparked a fresh conversation around Artificial Intelligence in the modern workplace, pointing out a new reality for desk jobs.

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Vembu stated that any computer-based job now carries a specific risk: "one smart person using AI can perform the work of 10 people." This statement triggered a thoughtful exchange on the platform, highlighting how AI is not just speeding up tasks but fundamentally dividing the workforce into two very different categories of employees.