Responding is Not an Outcome

In disaster response, and in life, our outcomes are judged by the difference we made, not the effort we expended

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Craig Fugate, the head of FEMA during the Obama administration, authored the post below on LinkedIn today, and it’s so good I felt compelled to share.

This gap between action and outcome is precisely where a new generation of AI agents is poised to make a difference, and it is the point behind this G2 Weather Intelligence post from mid-June:

When Warnings Aren't Enough: AI's Role in Transforming Disaster Preparedness

How Intelligent Agents are Bridging the Gap Between Forecasts and Real-Time Safety for Vulnerable Communities.

Craig’s message is not just valid for disaster preparedness; it also applies anytime changes in weather conditions (even subtle changes) require an action to either reduce a risk or seize an opportunity.

When I read Craig’s wise words, I felt compelled to share the wealth.

So here you go …