AI Investment Rises but Executive Confidence in Strategy Falls

As per TechCentral, AI adoption is rising, but a 2025 Akkodis survey of 2,000 executives shows confidence in AI strategies dropped from 69% to 58%. CEO confidence plunged from 82% to 49%, with CTOs also falling sharply, citing scalability, execution, and leadership gaps as key barriers.

AI Literacy Gaps in Leadership Undermine ROI on Enterprise Investments

Only 55% of CTOs believe their leadership teams fully grasp AI risks and opportunities, exposing a critical knowledge gap in the C-suite. Without stronger AI literacy and clear strategies, even major investments risk underperforming and failing to create business value.

AI Disruption in Ireland Raises Concerns Over Future Talent Shortages

In Ireland, AI’s impact is already being felt. Graduate hiring in finance and accountancy has dropped, according to Morgan McKinley. Director Trayc Keevans warns that without proactive workforce planning, these shifts could trigger future talent shortages.

Without strategic workforce planning, AI-driven changes could create critical skill shortages.

Bridging Leadership Gaps Is Key to Unlocking AI’s Full Potential

The report highlights that funding alone cannot guarantee AI success. Poor execution and leadership gaps are limiting impact. Organizations must combine technical expertise with human-centric leadership—creativity, strategic thinking, and critical decision-making—to drive sustainable AI transformation.