TechnologyAugust 30, 2026

commoditizes

kuh-MOD-i-ty-ziz

Definition

To make a product, service, or skill widely available and undistinguishable from others, often leading to a decrease in its unique market value or perceived importance.

Etymology

Derived from the French 'commodité' and Latin 'commoditas', meaning 'fitness' or 'suitability,' the term evolved to describe goods or services that are treated as interchangeable articles of commerce.

In the news

The author notes that as technical tasks become commoditized by AI, the unique value of a human analyst shifts toward higher-level judgment and strategic communication.

Agentic AI Is Rewriting The Analytics Stack But There's One Skill It Still Can't Touch

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