Automation Alley is a nonprofit technology business association and Digital Transformation Insight Center focused on driving the growth and success of businesses in Michigan and beyond through innovation and automation. With a global outlook and a regional focus, we foster a vibrant community of innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders through opportunities for collaboration and learning. Our programs and services help businesses develop the skills and expertise needed to effectively jumpstart or accelerate digital transformation. By bringing together industry, academia, and government, we aim to create a dynamic ecosystem that drives innovation and growth across Michigan.
The Coach, Not the Replacement: AI’s Real Killer App
On February 9, 2026, Matt Shumer, co-founder and CEO of OthersideAI, published a blog post titled Something Big Is Happening. It spread with the velocity of a rumor that turns out to be true. His argument was stark: coding was the canary in the coal mine. What...





