This survey shows that two-thirds of managers believe employees are afraid of the impact of AI.
According to a survey of 3,000 managers conducted by Beautiful.ai ( ) revealed that while most managers see AI tools as useful, workers are still unsure about their implications.
According the survey, almost two-thirds of managers (64%) believe that their employees are afraid AI will make them less useful, and 58% worry these tools could cost them their job.
Human jobs are secure, but only in a limited way
Workers may find some comfort knowing that managers are becoming more cautious when it comes to replacing workers with machines. Comparing to last year, 54% of managers oppose the idea that AI could replace workers.
While only 23% of managers believe that AI will replace workers in their company, 63% think their teams would not function properly without humans.
The tension around AI is not just about potential job losses. Managers cited employee resistance and “fear of unknown” as the key challenges when introducing AI.
AI is still evolving, and this causes concern. 71% of managers believe AI performs as well or better than a novice manager. Despite this, the majority of managers believe that AI excels in repetitive or tedious tasks but falls short when it is time to make high-level decisions.
Managers use AI primarily to boost productivity and increase efficiency. Many of the best HR platforms and software now include AI features that help streamline internal processes and hiring, without replacing human judgment.
However, salary is still a sensitive topic. While the fear of AI-driven wage cuts has eased a little, 41% of managers continue to see AI as a threat. A greater level of efficiency could lead to fewer roles and responsibilities for some individuals, which could result in a lower pay for others. In some cases, AI assisted tasks may be valued less.
While the majority of human roles may appear secure for now, it is possible that the nature of work will change as AI becomes more integrated into daily operations.
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Efosa is a technology writer who has been writing for more than 7 years. Initially driven by curiosity, he now writes with a passion for the subject. He has a PhD and a Master’s degree in sciences. This gave him a solid foundation for analytical thinking. Efosa has a keen interest for technology policy. He is particularly interested in the intersection between privacy, security and politics. His research focuses on how technological advancements affect regulatory frameworks and social norms, especially in regards to data protection and cybersecurity. In addition to privacy and technology policies, he will also be focusing on B2B products. Efosa can be contacted at this email: udinmwenefosa@gmail.com
