Qlik has presented the results of a study conducted in conjunction with TechTarget’s ESG Group. This study focuses on the current state of responsible AI practices across various industries, revealing the challenges companies face when implementing this technology into their processes.
In the words of Brendan Grady, General Manager of Analytics at Qlik: “This survey reflects our stance on AI adoption, because it goes beyond the technology. It is about ensuring a solid data foundation for decision-making and innovation. At Qlik, we empower companies to not only be able to implement it, but to integrate it in a meaningful way, aligning it with their strategic objectives.”
Responsible AI
The report highlights the urgent need for responsible and transparent use of AI, not only to comply with new regulations, but also to build trust in these tools. Key points of the study include:
- Widespread adoption of AI: 97% of organizations surveyed are using some form of AI, and 74% already have it deployed in production, showing a clear trend towards AI-driven operations across multiple industries.
97% of organizations are already implementing Generative AI in some form. However, 74% say they lack a unified approach to responsible AI
- Mismatch between Investment and Strategy: While all companies surveyed are investing in AI, with 61% allocating significant budgets, 74% admit to not having a unified strategy to implement AI responsibly.
- Ethical ChallengesThe report highlights that 86% of organizations find it difficult to ensure the comprehension and transparency of AI-based systems, and 99% face problems complying with regulations and regulatory standards, underlining the legislative complexity of this technology.
- Impact of Responsible AI: Despite challenges, 74% of organizations prioritize responsible use of AI. More than a quarter have experienced increased operational costs, increased regulatory scrutiny, and time-to-market delays due to lack of accountability in AI use.
- Stakeholder ParticipationThe study also points to the importance of stakeholder engagement, especially IT departments, in the ethical implementation and governance of AI, underlining the need for inclusive and collaborative approaches.
In light of these findings, Qlik emphasizes the importance of aligning AI technologies with ethical and responsible principles. Qlik aims to provide robust data management and analytics tools, as well as develop intuitive solutions that improve data literacy and governance. The research also highlights the need for a robust data foundation to ensure transparency, accountability and fairness in AI applications.
Michael Leone, Principal Analyst at ESG, adds: “The research confirms the increase in AI adoption across several industries, but also reflects a gap in the effective implementation of responsible AI practices. As organizations accelerate their initiatives with this new technology, the need for a solid foundation that supports ethical guidelines and data governance becomes crucial.”
