How Satya Nadella is reshaping Microsoft's AI strategy

Business Dec 24, 2025

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is switching up the company's AI game by holding weekly meetings where engineers can talk directly to CEO Satya Nadella.
The goal? Cut through red tape, spot problems early, and make AI a real priority for Microsoft's future.

Leadership shuffle and hands-on push

To back this up, Nadella promoted Judson Althoff to lead commercial business so he can focus more on the tech side.
He's also encouraging senior leaders to get involved in daily work—not just manage from afar—showing Microsoft is serious about weaving AI into everything it does.