"The excitement and obsession around generative AI is impacting organizations in several ways, not the least of which is in the workforce. As with any new technology, AI has caused many professionals to fear that they may be replaced by a bot. At the same time, the need to succeed with AI is leading companies to hire more engineers and other professionals who can work with the technology."
"" The State of AI in 2025: Agents, Innovation, and Transformation," a new report from management consulting firm McKinsey, examines how organizations have adopted and plan to adopt AI, and how this is impacting their hiring and firing practices. Based on an online survey conducted in June and July 2025, the report includes feedback from 1,993 individuals across 105 countries, representing a range of company sizes and industries."
A McKinsey survey of 1,993 individuals across 105 countries captured organizational AI adoption and workforce impacts. The majority reported little to no change in headcount over the past year due to AI. Across most job functions, fewer than 20% of respondents reported workforce declines of 3% or more, while a smaller percentage said AI prompted them to add employees. Looking ahead, 32% expect headcount decreases due to AI, 43% anticipate no change, and 13% expect increases in certain functions. Large enterprises are more likely than smaller companies to foresee AI-related workforce reductions. Data scientists and data engineers are in high demand.
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