Review of 'The Origins of Efficiency': The Ascendancy of Automation
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 20 2025
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Source: WSJ
AI Investment Surge: America's spending on data centers for AI is set to surpass all commercial office construction spending, highlighting a significant shift in economic focus towards AI infrastructure.
Efficiency as a Key Theme: Brian Potter's book, "The Origins of Efficiency," explores how production efficiency drives historical changes and economic growth, emphasizing that efficiency results from a combination of various factors rather than a single innovation.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
