- AI training is a necessity in today’s business landscape, but who is in charge?
- Employees and employers both believe that the other party should take the initiative
- Even business leaders do not agree on who is in charge
While it’s widely accepted that AI training in the workplace is critical to helping employees make the most of technology and welcome it into their workflows without feeling threatened – new Emergn research has revealed a clear disconnect in who should take responsibility for this upskilling.
For example, four in five (81%) employees believe that employers should upskill staff, but a similar number (83%) of CEOs believe that employees should educate themselves.
Currently, two out of three workers state that an employer that does not offer adequate training programs would be enough to deter them from applying for a job with that company.
Are employees or employers responsible for AI training?
“The data is clear: Employees crave guidance and training to keep up with the constant pace of change and to meet their management’s expectations,” noted Emergn CEO Alex Adamopoulos.
However, where this responsibility lies is a much debated topic. Although 83% of CEOs believe workers should take initiative, only 64% of COOs and 59% of CTOs share this belief.
“Finding a middle ground is shaping up to be one of the key challenges for AI adoption in the coming year,” Adamopoulos added. “AI training and capacity building isn’t a nice-to-have; it’s a necessity for organizations that want to stay competitive in the race for high-performing talent.”
However, the need to establish procedures is obvious. Without adequate training, companies can experience delays in digital transformation, high employee turnover and negative impacts on productivity, mental well-being and career progression.
Since most of these impacts primarily affect companies more than employees, Emergn’s data seems to indirectly indicate that the responsibility most likely lies with employers.
Either way, it’s clear that AI skills are no longer just a welcome bonus, but rather a baseline for both companies and employees to stand out from the competition.
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