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Deployment can be complex, requiring developing new workflows.
Change resistance within companies also slows adoption.
Despite these hurdles, the correlation between AI use and unemployment remains positive, with a correlation coefficient of 0.57. This higher figure implies that the more AI is actively used in a sector, the higher the likelihood of increased unemployment within that sector.
Implications and Interpretation
The findings suggest a nuanced reality:
- AI adoption is linked to unemployment, but widespread, rapid displacement is not yet happening at the scale some fear. The current lower rate of use compared to theoretical models shows that organizations are still cautious or face barriers in fully embracing AI.