08/28/2026
One takeaway from the 2026 AASHTO Agency Administration Leadership Conference that resonates:
"Human in the loop" isn't enough. Think "human at the helm."
Jason Snyder's AI-focused session emphasized an important point: while AI can accelerate workflows and decision-making, people remain responsible for setting direction, exercising judgment, and maintaining accountability.
A timely reminder that leadership matters, no matter how technology evolves.