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The AI readiness illusion

AI investment is accelerating. But real adoption? That’s far less certain.

Enterprise leaders report moderate confidence in their AI readiness. Yet measures of training effectiveness, workforce trust, and leadership alignment tell a more complicated story. The gap between perceived progress and sustained execution is where many organizations stall.

Our latest research reveals why “AI-ready” can be an illusion and why tools alone aren’t enough to change how work actually gets done.

This report reveals:
  • Many organizations feel AI-ready, but lack the alignment to sustain adoption

  • Workforce sentiment influences whether AI training sticks

  • Leadership ownership significantly shapes outcomes


Download the full report to see the data, industry insights, and practical guidance for turning AI ambition into lasting workforce transformation.

Uncover the AI readiness illusion

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