AI output gives workers more work: survey
AI output gives workers more work: survey
https://www.businessinsurance.com/ai-output-gives-workers-more-work-survey/
Publish Date: 2026-01-14 11:14:00
Source Domain: www.businessinsurance.com
- A recent survey reveals that U.S. workers spend an average of 4.5 hours weekly correcting AI errors, creating a phenomenon termed “AI workslop.”
- The survey from automation company Zapier found that while AI produces polished outputs, they are often incorrect or inadequate.
- 58% of workers are engaged in revising and correcting AI outputs, suggesting they play a significant role in managing AI produced work.
- Only 2% of workers report that they can trust AI outputs without needing to make any changes.
- Despite the productivity boosts noted by 92%, 74% of workers experience negative outcomes from AI errors, including rejected work, security incidents, and customer complaints.
