Tech workers under stress as pressure to roll out artificial intelligence projects mounts – The Irish Times

A survey from Saros reveals that 60% of IT workers in large Irish enterprises are experiencing stress or mental health issues due to pressure related to project delivery and “scope creep.”
Long hours and talent shortages are significant stressors; 61% of IT and technical teams work extended hours due to a lack of skilled staff.
Legacy systems slow down progress and hinder innovation, with 59% of IT leaders admitting to running too many legacy systems.
To retain talent, 59% of firms have offered their IT or technical team members significant pay raises, indicating a competitive market for skilled professionals.
Companies are turning to outsourcing for project management, with 24% believing it could reduce stress among technical teams.
The lack of an effective IT strategy in organizations is exacerbating stress issues, according to Saros, which could be alleviated by proper planning and coordination with business goals.

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