With organizations gaining wider access to conversational gen AI models, many managers now understand that the technology can go far beyond simple productivity tasks. Two-thirds of managers now believe that gen AI has the potential to be their thought partner, providing fresh perspectives, weighing pros and cons, evaluating trade-offs, enhancing strategic thinking, and supporting leadership development. But while expectations for the future are high, there is a long way to go. Today only 30% of managers report that they have the skills and knowledge to use gen AI in this way.
