Webinar: Workforce Readiness in the Era of AI

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The rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping the workplace at an unprecedented pace. As organizations rush to integrate AI, HR leaders are emerging as critical architects of this transformation. But with change comes challenges—how do companies prepare their workforce for AI-driven roles while mitigating fears of job displacement?

These questions took center stage in our latest public webinar, Workforce Readiness in the Era of AI. Hosted by i4cp Senior Research Analysts and report authors Amber Burton and Katheryn Brekken, PhD, the session explored the rapid acceleration of AI adoption in the workplace, the challenges organizations face in upskilling employees, and the critical role HR plays in driving AI readiness. Through exclusive insights from i4cp’s latest research, the discussion uncovered how leading companies are integrating AI into their workforce strategies while addressing employee concerns about job displacement.

AI is no longer an emerging trend—it’s a fundamental shift in how work gets done. i4cp’s research revealed that more than 50% of organizations have already implemented generative AI in some capacity, yet 76% of employees still feel unprepared to use it effectively. While AI promises to enhance efficiency and drive innovation, many organizations are struggling to provide the necessary training and governance structures to support AI adoption.

During the webinar, Amber Burton and Katheryn Brekken emphasized that HR is at the center of AI transformation, guiding organizations through workforce upskilling, AI governance, and change management. The session highlighted real-world examples of how AI is being used to streamline HR functions, the growing need for reskilling initiatives, and the increasing concerns employees have about AI replacing jobs.

Key takeaways from the discussion:

HR is the AI Change Agent: Organizations leading in AI adoption recognize that HR plays a crucial role in AI governance, workforce readiness, and strategic implementation. AI isn’t just about technology—it’s about people, and HR is at the forefront of making AI integration successful.
AI Anxiety is Highest Among Those Who Know It Best: Surprisingly, employees in AI-forward organizations expressed greater fear of job displacement than those in companies lagging behind in AI adoption. This highlights the need for transparent communication, career pathing, and a focus on reskilling to help employees embrace AI as an opportunity rather than a threat.
AI-Readiness Requires More than Just Upskilling: Successful organizations don’t just provide AI training; they embed upskilling into their culture. This means leadership modeling AI adoption, integrating AI tools into daily workflows, and planning for AI’s next phase—Agentic AI, which will be capable of autonomous decision-making.
Future-Ready Companies Look Beyond AI: The most resilient organizations understand that AI is just one of many disruptions shaping the workforce. A future-ready strategy includes workforce planning, leadership development, and fostering a culture of agility and innovation to prepare for whatever comes next.

AI is already reshaping the workplace, but the transformation is far from over. As organizations prepare for the next wave of AI advancements—including Agentic AI, which will take on more autonomous decision-making responsibilities—HR leaders must act now to build AI-ready, future-proof workforces.

To dive deeper into i4cp’s latest research, Workforce Readiness in the Era of AI, download the executive brief today and discover strategies for preparing your workforce for the AI-driven future.

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