8 in 10 Employees Say They Need AI Training — After Their Companies Already Rolled Out the Tools
8 in 10 Employees Say They Need AI Training — After Their Companies Already Rolled Out the Tools
Publish Date: 2026-04-22 07:45:00
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- Training Gap: Most employees say they have not received sufficient training to use AI tools effectively despite widespread AI adoption in workplaces.
- High AI Usage: Nearly 8 in 10 U.S. companies now use AI, with 43% reporting regular use, resulting in a significant acceleration in AI integration.
- Employee and Manager Agreement: Over 80% of U.S. job seekers and 86% of hiring managers agree that formal AI training should be a company priority.
- Optimism About AI’s Role: Most workers, 75%, believe AI can help bridge skills gaps and likely seek additional training due to AI advancements.
- Lack of Clear Policies: Though 78% of companies have AI use policies, only 36% provide a list of approved AI tools, leading to inconsistent guidance for employees.
- Preferred Training Methods: Hiring managers favor on-the-job training, dedicated training, and apprenticeship programs incorporating AI training to prepare future talent.
- Fast Adoption Rate: AI adoption in companies has outpaced the pace of organizational change, highlighting a critical need for focused training efforts.
- Perspective from Robert Funk Jr.: He emphasizes that effective training is crucial for maximizing AI’s benefits and preventing it from remaining an underutilized tool.
