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AI’s Growth Promise Clashes With Workforce Uncertainty and Training Gaps

Executives are bullish on AI’s future, yet workers feel left behind. The widening divide between confidence and readiness could stall innovation.

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Top Consultant: Significant Perception Gap in AI Adoption by Companies - AI’s Growth Promise Clashes With Workforce Uncertainty and Training Gaps

Businesses increasingly see artificial intelligence as a key driver of growth and resilience rather than just a way to cut costs. Yet, despite this optimism, fewer than half of employees feel properly prepared to work with the technology. The gap between executive confidence and workforce readiness is raising concerns about AI adoption across industries.

Executives often believe their companies are well equipped for AI integration. But many workers report feeling neither adequately trained nor included in decision-making. This mismatch creates anxiety and slows down implementation, as poor communication about AI’s impact on jobs adds to uncertainty.

Europe holds a strong position in AI research, but its future competitiveness may hinge on turning innovations into commercial success. While geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainties persist, businesses remain more positive about domestic economic conditions than global challenges. Experts argue that employees should play an active role in assessing, evaluating, and shaping AI use—not just overseeing it. Without broader involvement, the gap between ambition and reality in AI adoption could widen further.

The push for AI-driven growth faces a hurdle: workforce readiness. Companies must bridge the divide between executive confidence and employee preparedness to fully harness the technology’s potential. Closing this gap will be crucial for Europe’s ability to stay competitive in the global AI race.

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