- Most AI users are optimistic about the technology’s benefits, the Workday report claims
- Nine out of 10 have more free time to be productive
- Humans can still bring vital skills to the table, so it’s not all doom and gloom
Tackling early concerns that AI could replace human workers and take our jobs, new Workday research has argued that AI could actually act as a catalyst for a skills revolution.
Addressing the popular narrative of skepticism, Workday’s report revealed that 85% of active AI adopters report a high level of optimism about the technology, a notable upgrade over the 78% of non-adopters who report similar sentiments.
It’s not just in skills where employees are seeing the benefits of AI – 93% of active users also report having more free time when using the technology, enabling them to focus on higher-level tasks like strategy and problem solving.
Workers are optimistic about artificial intelligence
As AI becomes more embedded in everyday workflows and organizational strategies, we begin to see where its roles are most valued and where the value of human workers remains critical. For example, humans bring more to the table when it comes to ethical decision making, empathy, relationship building and conflict resolution, making these areas the least likely to be replaced by AI.
More than four in five (83%) believe that artificial intelligence will make human skills like those listed above more important to employers.
“By embracing AI forever, we can elevate what makes us uniquely human—our creativity, our empathy, our ability to connect—and build a workplace where these skills drive success,” noted Workday CTO Jim Stratton.
Looking ahead, Workday calls for concerted efforts by technology companies, organizations and even governments to ensure that the benefits of AI are felt by all. The report also highlights the need to focus on essential human skills.
