The subject raises inherent difference in perception to look at human being. In my opinion the human beings are source and
resource both and it indicates philosophical stages of human being. The person at enriched and higher pedestal of philosophical
enrichment can be termed as โSourceโ for other persons who receive the wisdom, enlightenment, motivation and energy and they are
converted into โResource โ.
Generally, the term โHuman Resource โis used in corporates for business context and therefore the entire purpose is limited to
wealth creation or commercial activity and therefore we generally talk about productivity, output, competence, performance etc.
In such case the underlying purpose is โutilisationโ of human being as โresource โand thus we can say that in business or commercial
purpose-based activities at primary level person is at โresourceโ level.
In the same business-related context at leadership level where a person is required to set goal, create or share vision, lead
others to achieve higher performance at individual or organisational level, he becomes โsourceโ and therefore justifying that
role he requires higher wisdom, leadership qualities, knowledge, visionary approach, ability to work on abstract and define them
to convert into achievable goals in reality. This can be achieved only through constant journey within and outside at philosophical level.
If we refer the teachings of Bhagwan Shree Krushna in Shrimad Bhagwad Geeta, we find following basic understanding of the very basic meaning and purpose of our existence as follows:
- Holistic Development: Empowering persons by developing their intellectual, emotional, and spiritual selves, not just their physical capabilities.
- Work Without Attachment (Karma Yoga):The principle of performing one's duty without being attached to the fruits of the action
can be applied to persons focusing on their work with dedication, rather than being overly fixated on rewards.
- Motivation and Loyalty: The text advises treating persons well to motivate high performance and loyalty.
In addition to this we learn from following key vedic principles:
- Emphasis on Dharma (Duty and Righteous Conduct): The concept of Dharma dictates that each person has a role and a set of duties
to perform, which is central to an organized society. In the organizational context, this translates to employees performing their duties
with sincerity and righteousness.
- The Varna System (Based on Merit, not Birth): In the early Vedic period, the Varna (social class) system was based on one's inherent
nature, occupation, and qualifications, not on birth. This aligns with the modern idea of hiring and promoting persons based on merit,
education, and effort.
- Equality and Collaboration: Vedic texts promote equality, rejecting the idea that anyone is inherently superior or inferior.
The Rigveda and Atharvaveda emphasize collective progress, joint efforts and working together for the common good.
- Importance of Leadership: The behavior of leadership is crucial, as people will follow the example set by their leaders.
The Vedic philosophy states, "As the chief executive (king) is, so are the people". This is also echoed in the Arthashastra, which
portrays administrators and kings as "servants of the people".
Thus, based on an overview of above mentioned clarification, we can derive that the paradox about whether to call human beings as source
or resource is actually the state of philosophical enrichment required for the role he achieves or assigned and that determines whether
he is โsourceโ or โresourceโ. To be the source or resource is decided by his internal journey for finding answers and constant philosophical
enrichment on the questions โฆ เคเคธเฅเคคเฅเคตเค เคเฅเคฝเคนเค เคเฅเคค เคเคฏเคพเคคเค means Who are you?, Who am I? , From where have I come?
(2) The Human as the Ultimate Source: Navigating the AI Era
- Shri Prashad Joshi
Karyakarta abhyasika mandal, Site L&D lead PI Industries Ltd
Mail ID: Joshiprasads18@gmail.com
In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, the outdated notion of humans as โresourcesโ demands urgent rethinking.
The industrial model that equated human labour with raw materials or capital fails in today's knowledge-driven economy. Unlike machines,
the human mind is adaptive, creative, and ethically discerningโcapabilities that AI, however advanced, cannot replicate. The human must
therefore be reframed as a source: the origin of direction, innovation, and meaning from which all other resources are effectively orchestrated.
AI's rise does not diminish but amplifies the human role. This can be understood through symbiotic intelligence, where AI provides
computational speed and precision while humans supply interpretation, vision, and context. AI may predict patterns in consumer behaviour,
but only humans can transform these insights into emotionally resonant narratives or strategic foresight. In this synergy, humans are not
passive users of technology but the architects who frame the questions, guide the outcomes, and assign purpose.
Equally critical is the human role as an ethical compass. AI is inherently amoral; it optimizes based on data without awareness of fairness,
justice, or societal well-being. Humans provide the moral framework that governs technologyโdesigning safeguards against bias, ensuring
accountability, and directing innovation toward collective benefit. Without this ethical guidance, efficiency risks devolving into exploitation,
and progress into peril.
The future of work lies not in replacing humans with machines but in empowering them as the nucleus of creativity, governance, and long-term
value creation. By recognizing humans as sources rather than resources, organizations unlock the potential for symbiotic growthโwhere AI
amplifies human ingenuity and humans, in turn, ensure that technology serves higher goals. This shift from resource to source is not merely
philosophical; it is the strategic foundation for resilience, innovation, and sustainable prosperity in the AI era.
