You should master the art of change management. Changes are not a objectives per se and they are many techniques to enable changes (whether they are coming from technology or not). Look at ADKAR change management practice for exemple, which stress out the need to bring awareness, desire, knowledge, ability, reinforcement of the changes. Have a strategy to execute this practice. Second, have a company culture that offer a safe environment to try things inside the framework of a defined strategy.

Set Clear Goals: Define what you want to achieve with the new technology to stay focused. Research Thoroughly: Understand the technology's features, benefits, and potential challenges. Create a Roadmap: Outline the steps for implementation, including timelines and responsibilities. Allocate Resources: Ensure you have the necessary budget, tools, and personnel. Training and Support: Provide adequate training for your team and establish a support system. Monitor Progress: Regularly review the implementation process and make adjustments as needed.

Technologies change fast and people comfortable with abstraction and having the right education should be able to understand a new technology quite fast, which does not mean that they will master it. Information is not knowledge and experience does not come from a training. Give some time to try things BUT always with discipline, innovation is not a hobby. Do not outsource knowledge if the new technology is becoming part of your core activities.

Have a proper skills managment practice in your company. You could be surprised to know that several employees already master a skill that is not used internally yet.

Adopting new technology can be daunting, but iterating often can make the process smoother. Start with small, manageable steps and gradually build on them. Frequent iterations allow you to test, learn, and adapt quickly, reducing the risk of major setbacks. Engage your team in regular feedback loops to identify issues early and make necessary adjustments. This approach fosters a culture of continuous improvement and flexibility, ensuring that the technology aligns with your needs and enhances productivity. Remember, it's a journey of refinement, not a one-time implementation.

Continuous learning is key to mastering new tech. I learned Python by reading blogs and watching tutorials. Subscribing to newsletters keeps you informed. Salesforce's weekly emails helped me discover new features to improve our CRM. Webinars provide expert insights. A Zoom webinar taught me advanced video conferencing tricks to engage remote teams. Participating in online communities fosters learning. Discussing AI chatbots in a Slack group expanded my knowledge. Applying new tech skills in projects accelerates growth. Building a website using Webflow solidified my understanding of no-code tools.

In my experience, overcoming challenges when adopting new technology comes down to staying updated. I make sure to stay engaged with training materials, follow the latest updates, and seek help from both online communities and colleagues. This approach has helped me tackle hurdles and integrate new tech smoothly into our processes.