AI conversations are stuck on agents, but the real shift is happening somewhere else.

In this episode, we break down Agentic Software vs Agents and explain why the future isn’t about building hundreds of fragile AI agents, but about creating purpose-built, agentic software systems that actually do work.

We explore how AI is evolving into an operating system, why workflow optimization matters more than raw model intelligence, and how layering models intelligently is replacing the obsession with “the best model.”

We also discuss the rise of niche, domain-focused AI systems, why stickiness beats benchmarks, and how individuals and small teams can now build software that replaces entire roles, services, and workflows.

This conversation is for builders, consultants, operators, and anyone trying to understand where real leverage in AI is emerging, beyond hype, tools, and demos.

If you’re thinking about the future of work, software, and AI-enabled businesses, this episode will reframe how you look at all of it.

About The Show

The Analytic Mind is your guide to navigating the evolving frontier of data, AI, & intelligent business.

Hosted by Sam McKay, CEO of EnterpriseDNA, this show dives into real-world use cases, technical strategies, and the mental models behind smart decision-making.

Each episode challenges you to move beyond tools to think critically, act strategically, and build with impact.

Whether you're refining your analytics skills or shaping your organization's data vision, this is where insight meets execution.

Stay sharp. Stay ahead. Think like an analytic mind.