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Ricardo Vargas, PhD
Ricardo Vargas, PhD
Global authority in project, portfolio and risk management
October 13, 2025 · 6:23 AMOpen link ↗View on Instagram ↗

Hi everyone! 👋 In this week’s #5minpodcast, I talk about a trend that’s becoming more common — and more concerning — in Artificial Intelligence projects: AI Washing. You’ve probably heard of Greenwashing, which is when companies exaggerate their environmental impact. 👉 AI Washing is the same idea, but with technology. It happens when organizations claim to be “AI-driven,” when in fact, their systems are just simple automations or rule-based algorithms. Sometimes, even an Excel Solver model gets labeled as “AI.” 💡 The problem? It inflates expectations and credibility before the project even starts. As project leaders, we must help our teams and clients separate innovation from illusion. True AI requires data, learning, and adaptation, not just a buzzword. 🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://ricardo-vargas.com/podcasts/the-truth-behind-fake-ai-projects-understanding-ai-washing/ Let’s build trust through transparency, not hype. Have a great week! Ricardo #ProjectManagement #5minpodcast #Leadership #AI #Innovation #Ethics #PMO #FutureOfWork #RicardoVargas #ArtificialIntelligence