AI is not a ‘strategic priority’ among Ireland’s business leaders [Video]

The IMI (Irish Management Institute) published new research revealing that AI is not currently a strategic priority among most business leaders in Ireland.

The ‘IMI Leadership Barometer’ surveyed senior business leaders in Ireland from private, public and semi-state organisations across a wide range of sectors including technology, food/agriculture, utilities, banking, finance, professional services, legal, healthcare, logistics, construction and others.

The research provides key insights into the attitudes and priorities of senior decision-makers as they navigate a shifting business environment and the rise of disruptive new technologies.

Findings show that only 30% of business leaders currently consider AI a strategic priority.

Many organisations are still in an experimentation phase with the technology, with 40% of leaders stating that they are testing the technology in areas of their business.

A further 30% of decision-makers reported struggling to keep pace with rapid advancements in the technology, reflecting a clear need for upskilling and education in the technology among business decision-makers.

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