AI fear: Millions of jobs in danger from cheap avatars!

AI fear: Millions of jobs in danger from cheap avatars!

The US start-up Artisan has developed a AI agent called "AVA" who takes on the role of a virtual sales employee. AVA has the ability to identify potential customers, to contact, write emails and make appointments. The decisive advantage of this technology lies in the cost savings: AVA causes costs that are 96 percent lower than that of a human employee who performs the same tasks. However, this development also raises questions about the future of human work. While many companies deal with the topic carefully, Josh Constine from Signalfire emphasizes that it is not primarily about the replacement of employees, but rather a better use of human skills.

The effects of artificial intelligence (AI) on the labor market are already noticeable. Goldman Sachs experts estimate that up to 300 million jobs worldwide could be threatened by AI. A metrigy survey from 2023 shows that 89 percent of companies have reduced customer relationships due to the introduction of generative AI. This indicates a significant transformation in the different professional fields and agrees with the study results of the BMWI, which until 2019 found a deployment of AI in only 6 percent of German companies.

change in the world of work

progress in the field of artificial intelligence are important drivers of change within the world of work. These changes are primarily due to automation and networking. Forecasts indicate that the influence of AI on the labor market could be more profound than is currently the case. While some industries have already benefited significantly from AI, there are also concerns about job losses. AI is currently viewed as a concept that gives machines intelligence and learning skills, whereby current systems are usually only classified as weak KIs.

The use of AI can be observed in numerous areas. For example, companies such as BG ETEM KI use accident applications, Cityline optimizes flight handling processes, and bakeries use AI to plan their production and purchasing processes. The idea that AI can increase efficiency and avoid errors is tempting, but does not fully consider the complexity of the changes.

advantages and disadvantages of artificial intelligence

The introduction of AI brings with it both opportunities and challenges. Experts warn of possible prejudices in AI systems based on human-created data. In addition, ethical questions and data protection are important topics that must be taken into account in the integration of AI into the working world.

In addition, the increased use of AI creates a high need for specialists. A basic education in AI-related topics and continuous learning are necessary to prepare for this new world of work. Lifelong learning could prove to be the key to dealing with the changing requirements that AI entails. It is therefore crucial that companies create open communication channels in order to take the fears about the changes and to convey the advantages that result from the implementation of AI.