5 myth-busting facts about AI in the workplace

Myth 1
AI will cause widespread unemployment One of the most pervasive myths about AI is that it will decimate the workforce. But the opposite is apt to be true.
Myth 3
AI demands an IT overhaul Despite what you might’ve heard, integrating AI into workflows doesn’t require a complete overhaul of existing IT infrastructure.
Myth 5
Not all businesses can benefit from AI Waiting to implement AI could be a costly mistake. From accelerating innovation to empowering the workforce to reclaim time, AI is quickly becoming a game-changer for employees and companies of every size across industries.
Myth 2
Workers can easily employ AI tools on their own When it comes to leading the AI charge, some leaders are playing hot potato.
Myth 4
AI will make devices less secure While AI-enabled threats and on-device AI activity are turning endpoints into prime targets, that doesn’t mean AI PCs will be less secure than traditional PCs.
Fact: AI will likely create far more jobs than it destroys A recent study revealed that AI tools like ChatGPT can help bridge skill gaps, enhancing the capabilities of less knowledgeable workers and boosting efficiency for seasoned professionals.2 Copilot in Windows also frees up valuable employee time by automating administrative tasks, freeing workers to focus on strategic initiatives that drive individual and organizational growth.
Ultimately, AI is poised to help people offload lower- value tasks and prioritize more meaningful work.
Fact: Familiar platforms can drive easy and effective AI adoption The new HP AI PCs running Windows 11 and the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra processors make it easy to access cutting-edge tech through an intuitive interface. By allowing teams to tap into new capabilities within a familiar platform, IT can be a hero without a lot of extra effort and stress. Intel® Core™ Ultra processors featuring NPU engines also mean these HP AI PCs, such as the EliteBook 1000 series, can extend battery life, boost productivity, and enhance collaboration, packing a powerful punch of added benefits.
Fact: The right tech providers can help you capitalize on AI Trusted tech providers can partner with you to deliver clarity and assistance. They can create a tailored roadmap to help everyone in your business make the most of AI—from top management to remote workers. And with partners like Intel, which is engaging over 100 ISVs to optimize a wide variety of cutting-edge tools for Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, your users can handle anything.
Fact: Employees rely on leaders for strategic AI implementation To effectively leverage AI, employees need more than just access—they require clear guidance. IT teams must be able to equip workers with the right AI tools and ensure thorough training for optimal use. The right training will cut confusion and frustration.
Fact: AI PCs fortified with hardware- enforced protections can instantly block fast-evolving threats Zero-trust hardware can stop sophisticated AI and non-AI threats in their tracks. By choosing HP AI PCs with embedded security at the chip level, IT teams can cut out one major concern and even future-proof devices against advanced quantum computing attacks.
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1 HP, “Work Relationship Index: AI in the Workplace Report,” March 2024, https://publish-pro.hp.com/content/dam/sites/worldwide/apps/work-relationship-index/ reports/ai-in-the-workplace/us-en_ai-in-the-workplace.pdf 2 MIT Technology Review, “ChatGPT is about to revolutionize the economy. We need to decide what that looks like.” March 25, 2023, https://www.technologyreview. com/2023/03/25/1070275/chatgpt-revolutionize-economy-decide-what-looks-like/ 3 Commissioned study delivered by Forrester Consulting “The Total Economic Impact™ of Windows 11 Pro Devices,” December 2022. Note: quantified benefits reflect results over three years combined into a single composite organization that generates $1 billion in annual revenue; has 2,000 employees; refreshes hardware on a four-year cycle; and migrates the entirety of its workforce to Windows 11 devices. 4 Microsoft, “What Can Copilot’s Earliest Users Teach Us About Generative AI at Work?” November 15, 2023, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/worklab/work-trend- index/copilots-earliest-users-teach-us-about-generative-ai-at-work/ 5 Salesforce, “61% of Workers Embrace Generative AI, but Lack Trusted Data and Security Skills,” June 12, 2023, https://www.salesforce.com/news/stories/ generative-ai-ethics-survey/ 6 U.S. Chamber of Commerce, “AI Tools That Can Help You Start, Run, and Grow Your Small Business,” January 19, 2024, https://www.uschamber.com/co/run/ technology/how-ai-benefits-businesses#:~:text=There’s%20no%20shortage%20of%20ways,required%20for%20better%20decision-making
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Artificial intelligence has quickly evolved from a futuristic concept to a versatile workplace tool, igniting widespread discussion—and plenty of misconceptions.
To keep you ahead of the curve and help you see how AI can best serve your people, we’re setting the record straight on five big fallacies about AI and the workplace.
5 myth-busting facts about AI in the workplace
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45% of Gen Z knowledge workers worry that AI will eradicate their jobs1
58% of knowledge workers believe senior leaders are responsible for leveraging AI to boost workplace success1
61% of employees embrace generative AI but lack trusted data and security skills5
72% of business leaders believe AI will help them offload tedious tasks1
Those businesses that implemented the AI offerings of Windows 11 Pro, including Copilot in Windows, reported 250% ROI in just six months.3
Over 90% of business owners said AI made their company more successful by reducing manual mistakes, driving faster growth, and giving them more time in their week.6
Copilot in Windows makes users 44% more accurate and 26% faster in all tasks.4
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