# The GenAI 'crutch': why teams must learn before they lean

> It’s hard to argue with the productivity gains of GenAI tools like ChatGPT: tasks that once took hours now take minutes. But amid the rush to automate, a fundamental risk is emerging. GenAI is becoming a crutch.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-genai-crutch-why-teams-must-learn-before-they-lean?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=689d83109cb310d8cb07e710)
- **Published:** 2025-08-14
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #chatgpt #genai #crutch #before #lean #learn #must #teams
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