Welcome to Wednesday's edition of Business Transformation SmartBrief. Today we'll cover:

• Uber advances driverless car push with Baidu, Waymo
• NY Life hub lets workers build skills through gig projects
• Could glass industry reach net zero by 2050?

International Motors is integrating AI into its operations as part of a digital transformation strategy driven by Chief Digital and Information Officer Robert Oh, who has outlined a four-pillar approach that covers cybersecurity, digital platforms, ways of working and emerging technologies. International Motors is using a two-speed operating model to balance innovation with risk management, while the company plans to connect six core enterprise systems and prioritize AI and software-defined vehicles in its digital backbone.

Uber's push for driverless cars, in partnership with Baidu, Waymo and other companies, is transforming transportation by offering safer and more efficient rides, according to the companies. Riders who have tried robotaxis report higher confidence in them, while Baidu's Apollo robotaxi has clocked miles safely and Waymo has reduced serious injuries by 88%.

Smart Take: Winning over passengers might be the last hurdle for driverless cars. I live in Denver, slated to receive a test of driverless cars later this year, so I haven't ridden in one yet. But in San Francisco, enterprising tour guides offered unsanctioned three-hour tours of the city for $149 in Waymo robotaxis. Have you tried out a driverless car yet?

Change management has become a critical focus for procurement leaders as they guide teams through continual transformation amid market uncertainties. "Our focus is now on driving business value engineering, where procurement acts as a key enabler of growth, innovation and compliance," says Nita Nair, in charge of procurement at Emirates NBD.

New York Life has introduced the NYL Career Hub, an AI-powered platform aimed at enhancing internal mobility and skills development. The initiative, spearheaded by CHRO Joanne Rodgers, has seen 40% of employees create profiles since its August launch. The platform includes gig projects and curated upskilling opportunities, reflecting the company's commitment to modernizing the employee experience. Rodgers emphasizes the importance of change management and cross-functional collaboration in the program's success.

The European glass industry aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 by decarbonizing production and increasing circularity. Companies like Ardagh Glass Packaging, O-I, Glass and Verallia are investing in electric furnaces, hydrogen fuel and biofuels, but scaling these technologies requires significant capital. The industry also focuses on improving recycling rates and promoting reusable packaging, supported by initiatives such as Close the Glass Loop. However, challenges such as energy affordability and infrastructure limitations remain.

Hospital leaders are encouraged to actively engage with AI to better understand its impact and to serve as role models for their staff. By integrating AI into their workflows, executives can gain firsthand experience and effectively evaluate AI's real-world applications. This initiative is crucial in aligning with the transformative potential of AI. "You cannot take full advantage of [AI] if you don't have that level of operational discipline and knowledge to know how this tool, this capability, this new thing can completely transform and change the way that we think about that process," Fairview Health Services President and CEO James Hereford says.