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Artificial intelligence increases workload to 60% of technology professionals

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Briefings

A Web Summit survey reveals that 60% of tech professionals report increased workload due to AI adoption, while 42% expect fewer entry-level jobs in two years. The study surveyed 1,455 industry leaders and engineers, noting that 70% of AI/ML professionals face higher workloads compared to 20% of others. Key uncertainty remains regarding whether productivity gains will materialize without workforce expansion, with 9% expecting team size increases versus 33% expecting reductions.

Key points

• Six in ten tech professionals report increased workload due to AI tools, while 42% expect fewer entry-level jobs in the next two years.
• 70% of AI and ML professionals face higher workloads compared to 20% of other groups, with 55% believing AI strengthens critical thinking.

Context

The State of the Industry report from Web Summit surveyed 1,455 tech leaders and engineers globally. Findings indicate a tension between productivity expectations and actual work experience, with significant geographic and demographic variations in AI adoption and workforce expectations.

Limitations

Data covers only 1,455 respondents from Web Summit, with limited geographic representation. Uncertainty exists regarding whether workload increases translate to actual productivity gains without workforce expansion, and no causal claims are supported by the evidence.

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