“As the leaders in companies make clearer choices about the AI tools they want to use, we will see a lot more consistency along with a shift in work culture. Organisations that combine effective AI deployment with strong talent strategies can unlock up to 40% more productivity, but most are falling short. “While some employees can see the productivity gains, some also still have fears around their job security. Yet only 12% are receiving sufficient AI training to unlock the full productivity benefits. “When organisations master both, AI helps deliver outsized results, but neglecting the human side can erode those gains.

Source: Irish Examiner February 13, 2026 07:54 UTC