The article critiques the current state of AI adoption in businesses, indicating a significant slowdown in growth despite initial excitement post-ChatGPT-3.5 launch. Data from the Fall 2024 Slack Workforce Index highlights a mere percentage point increase in AI adoption among US workers compared to previous double-digit gains. The disconnect stems from workers' inability to navigate AI, emphasizing the need for better training and open discussions. Skepticism remains among IT decision-makers, with many expecting to invest yet doubting AI's actual value, signaling a crucial need for alignment between investment and practical application.
According to the Fall 2024 Slack Workforce Index, AI adoption growth rates among US workers have slowed over the last three months to a mere percentage point gain.
Christina Janzer, Slack's senior VP, stated, 'Too much of the burden has been put on workers to figure out how to use AI.'
A recent IDC research paper found that while IT decision-makers expect to triple their AI investments in 2025, there's a disconnect between spending and doubts about AI's value.
45 percent of companies rank AI adoption as a top priority, even while skepticism remains prevalent among management.
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