Survey Finds Major Gap Between Executives and Employees on AI Training Readiness
New research reveals that while 77% of executives believe managers can guide AI development, 91% of employees disagree, highlighting a lack of role-specific competency standards
A survey of more than 1,200 professionals has identified a stark contrast in how leadership and staff perceive artificial intelligence readiness within their organizations. While 77% of executives believe their managers are prepared to guide AI skills development, a vast majority of employees—91%—disagree with this assessment. This disconnect suggests that current organizational strategies may not be meeting the actual needs of the workforce.[1][2]
The research further indicates that nearly three-quarters of executives claim they have already equipped their employees for AI use. However, more than half of the employees surveyed disagree with this claim. This lack of alignment is reflected in the finding that a majority of employees currently lack confidence when it comes to applying AI tools and techniques within their specific professional roles.[1][2]
According to the findings, many organizations are investing in AI training programs without first establishing clear definitions of what AI competency looks like at the individual role level. This lack of specific guidance may contribute to the reported lack of confidence among staff, even as companies continue to prioritize AI integration and skills development across their operations.[1][2]
