New study finds 80% of women leaders are shaping AI strategy

"According to new research from Chief, a network for senior women leaders, in partnership with The Harris Poll, women leaders are playing a key role in carefully building AI frameworks."

"83% of women agreed with the statement: 'Being cautious about AI adoption is a sign of good leadership, not resistance to technology.'"

"62% of women respondents said their organization doesn't fully understand 'what AI can and can't do.'"

"87% said they've already witnessed the fallout of companies focusing too heavily on an 'AI only' approach that left employees underutilized."

Women leaders are actively shaping AI strategy, with 80% involved in its implementation. A significant portion is engaged in AI governance, ethics, and designing human-AI collaboration. While they prioritize responsible adoption, 68% report their organizations favor speed over sustainable implementation. Many women express concerns about their organizations' understanding of AI capabilities, fearing a decline in critical thinking and management quality. A majority have observed negative outcomes from an 'AI only' approach, emphasizing the need for investment in the human workforce alongside AI.

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