Most AI projects fail—not because of technology, but because humans aren’t ready to adapt. In this talk, I will introduce the Human-Tech Adaptation Index (HTAI), a field-tested framework that measures readiness and identifies the real barriers to AI adoption. I will share data from corporate and academic pilots, showing how HTAI links ethics, change management, and workforce capability directly to ROI. Attendees will learn a practical way to benchmark their organization and move from experimentation to enterprise-scale impact. Join me if you want AI that delivers value—not just headlines.