Hays Research Reveals the Increasing AI Adoption in Scottish Workplaces

Artificial intelligence (AI) tool adoption in Scottish companies has significantly increased, according to a new survey by recruitment firm Hays. The study, which is based on a poll with almost 15,000 replies from professionals and employers—including 886 from Scotland—shows a significant rise in the percentage of companies using AI in their operations over the previous six months, from 26% to 32%.

Mixed Attitudes Toward the Impact of AI on Jobs

Despite the upsurge in AI technology, the study reveals that professionals have differing opinions on how AI will affect their jobs. Even though 80% of Scottish professionals do not already use AI in their employment, 21% think that AI technologies will improve their ability to do their tasks. Interestingly, during the past six months, the percentage of professionals expecting a negative impact has dropped from 12% to 6%.

However, the study indicates its concern among employees, with 61% of them believing that their companies are not doing enough to prepare them for the expanding use of AI in the workplace. Concerns are raised by this trend regarding the workforce’s readiness to adopt and take full use of AI technologies. Tech-oriented Hays business director Justin Black stresses the value of giving people enough training opportunities to advance their skills and become proficient with new technologies.

Barriers to AI Adoption

The reluctance of enterprises to disclose their data and intellectual

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