Four tips to overcome resistance to AI deployment in companies

Artificial intelligence is transforming the business world, but many Brazilian companies still face internal resistance in the adoption of technology. In other words, the human barrier is one of the main challenges for the implementation of AI in the country. 

Among the advantages of using artificial intelligence are: agile and data-driven decisions, increased operational efficiency and boost to innovation. Check out four tips from Felipe de Morais, AI specialist at Paipe Technology and Innovation to reduce resistance (spoiler: pay attention to the last): 

1. Information is never too much 

The lack of knowledge about what AI is and how it can benefit the company is one of the main causes of resistance. The tip is to bring together employees from different sectors to explain how AI can be applied in their routines, as this clarifies doubts and shows the potential of technology. 

2. Involve everyone 

Mobilizing the team from the beginning of AI projects is critical to facilitate acceptance. By actively participating, employees feel valued. People see themselves as part of the solution, which increases engagement and decreases fear of change. 

3. Demonstrate concrete results and success cases 

Showing examples of how AI can bring real benefits to the company is an effective strategy to reduce resistance. Presenting success cases and results achieved by other organizations can convince the most skeptical about the value of technology. When they know the gains, employees begin to support more the implementation of AI. 

4. Clarify that AI makes the job easier, does not replace anyone

It is common to fear that AI can replace jobs, but it is essential to show that technology comes to help and make work more efficient, not to replace the employee.