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New Brunswick Businesses See AI Value, Face Adoption Support Challenges
A recent survey of Atlantic Canadian business owners reveals high interest in artificial intelligence (AI) but uneven confidence in its implementation. New Brunswick businesses need more support to realize the potential of AI to improve operations.
The Wallace McCain Institute surveyed business owners and entrepreneurial leaders across Atlantic Canada regarding AI adoption. The survey found that New Brunswick business owners are more concerned with how to practically implement AI, rather than keeping up with news headlines. Survey results indicate that while interest and experimentation are high, confidence is uneven. Many business leaders feel under-resourced and lack clarity on the necessary steps to fully use advanced technologies. AI has the potential to improve productivity, efficiency, customer experience, and growth. Currently, businesses are using AI for basic tasks such as meeting summaries, document drafting, and email support.
Key Facts
- A recent survey studied AI adoption among business owners in Atlantic Canada.
- The survey revealed New Brunswick businesses are very interested in AI.
- Many business leaders feel under-resourced and unsure how to implement AI.
- Businesses currently use AI for basic tasks like summaries and drafting.
- Two-thirds of businesses report time savings and better decision-making from AI use.
- The Wallace McCain Institute conducted the survey.
- AI could potentially improve productivity, efficiency, and customer experience.
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Research Sources
- Telegraph-Journal — McKenna Institute: AI adoption is not a willingness problem, it’s a support problem