In this episode of Beyond the CapEx, Cristian Gonzalez and Luis Gomez explore how artificial intelligence can be used responsibly and effectively during front-end loading (FEL) without outsourcing judgment or accountability.
As AI tools rapidly enter engineering, planning, and project management workflows, many organizations struggle to distinguish between acceleration and abdication. This conversation reframes AI as a decision-support partner, not a decision-maker, and clarifies where AI adds value; and whereit must never be accountable.
Cristian and Luis walk through practical use cases for AI in FEL 1 and FEL 2, including research, option evaluation, and scenario development. They also discuss the limits of AI, emphasizing thataccountability, relationships, and judgment remain human responsibilities.
This episode is essential listening for leaders exploring AI adoption while maintaining rigor, governance, and ownership in capital decision-making.
Key takeaway
AI can accelerate thinking but accountability must remainhuman.
⏱️ Chapters
01:20 – Why AI belongs in front-end planning
04:10 – AI as a decision-support partner
07:30 – Where AI adds value in FEL 1 and FEL 2
11:40 – RACI, accountability, and AI limitations
16:30 – Risk of outsourcing judgment
20:40 – Human judgment and relationship-driven decisions
25:10 – Responsible AI adoption in projects
28:40 – Final perspective on AI and accountability
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