Getting AI To Work by Brennan McDonald

Getting AI To Work by Brennan McDonald

What GPT-5 Really Means For AI Transformation

Most AI analysts are missing the point - this is all about how non-experts perceive AI capability

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Brennan McDonald
Aug 08, 2025
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Hi there,

Today, OpenAI announced the release of GPT-5, the latest model.

Here’s a brief overview of what I think this means for AI transformation.

There are some significant changes in how your ChatGPT experience will change.

Instead of selecting a model, your query will be routed to the best for the task.

Paid plans can select other models, but this behaviour will dramatically improve the typical output for the ordinary user.

This is why most AI analysts are missing the point.

The growth of AI depends on the perception of the median user regarding what AI capabilities are.

Because GPT-5 is significantly better than GPT-4o, users who were previously unaware of the option to select a more advanced model or pay for a premium one will find that they’re receiving improved output from their everyday use of ChatGPT.

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