Almost a third of employees are using unapproved artificial intelligence (AI) tools, new research shows.
The survey commissioned by Datapac reveals that 84% of businesses here are already using AI tools in their day-to-day operations.
However, 30% of workers are independently sourcing and using unapproved AI tools.
Many of the IT leaders surveyed were concerned about this, with 39% worried about the quality and integrity of data produced as a result.
Meanwhile, more than a third said such tools could disrupt established workflows by reducing operational efficiency.
Despite these challenges, AI adoption remains a top priority for Irish organisations, with almost 90% planning to invest in AI tools and applications over the next year.
"AI represents one of the most exciting technological advancements in decades - arguably since the widespread adoption of the internet," said Kevin Hall, Senior Systems Engineer at Datapac.
"It's no surprise that forward-thinking innovators are experimenting with AI to improve efficiency and quality in their work.
"However, in the rush to capitalise on AI’s potential, organisations must not overlook best-practice due diligence," he added.
