- Most AI users are optimistic about the technology’s benefits, says Workday report
- Nine out of ten people have more free time to be productive
- Humans can still contribute vital skills, so it’s not all doom and gloom.
Responding to early concerns that artificial intelligence could replace human workers and take our jobs, a new study from Workday claims that AI could actually act as a catalyst for a skills revolution.
Tackling the popular narrative of skepticism, Workday’s report finds that 85% of active AI users report a high level of optimism about the technology, a notable improvement from the 78% of non- adopters reporting similar feelings.
Workers aren’t just seeing the benefits of AI in skills: 93% of active users also report having more free time when using the technology, allowing them to focus on higher-level tasks like strategy and problem solving.
Workers are optimistic about artificial intelligence
As AI becomes increasingly integrated into daily workflows and organizational strategies, we are beginning to see where its roles are most valued and where the value of human workers remains crucial. For example, humans bring more to the table in ethical decision-making, empathy, relationship building, and conflict resolution, making these areas least likely to be replaced by AI.
More than four in five (83%) believe AI will make human skills like those mentioned above more important to employers.
“By embracing AI for good, we can leverage what makes us uniquely human: our creativity, our empathy, our ability to connect – and create a workplace where these skills drive success” , said Jim Stratton, CTO of Workday.
Looking ahead, Workday calls for joint efforts from technology companies, organizations and even governments to ensure the benefits of AI are felt by all. The report also highlights the need to focus on crucial human skills.
