The expert assessed the fears of workers about the replacement of artificial intelligence

Igor Ivanov, a political scientist and researcher of political communications, on Tuesday, March 31, assessed the concerns of company employees about the replacement of artificial intelligence (AI).

In conversation with the agency RuNews24.Ru The expert noted that the fear that technology will replace people accompanies almost every wave of development, but it was precisely such changes that made it possible to abandon heavy physical labor and move on to more intellectual and creative activities.

According to him, artificial intelligence does not replace employees, but increases their productivity: it takes on routine tasks and frees up resources for analysis, decision-making, idea generation and professional growth.

The expert emphasized that with the proper implementation of AI, this can even enhance the sense of importance of employees. In particular, he recommended making the effect of using technology measurable — for example, showing how much time you can save on routine operations, which helps you perceive AI as a useful tool rather than a threat.

In addition, according to Ivanov, today the value of a specialist is determined not by the number of completed tasks, but by the ability to work with complex processes and use modern tools, including AI, which is becoming an important professional skill. He added that it is important for companies not only to automate their routine, but also to show employees how their free time is being used and what new opportunities it provides.

At the same time, the expert noted, to reduce anxiety, you can reserve some simple tasks that give you a sense of progress and support internal motivation.

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On March 30, Ivanov said that AI has already become an integral part of the work of thousands of companies around the world, so there is no need to talk about its disappearance or abandonment. According to him, the main mistake is to introduce AI without explaining its benefits. It is much more effective to show in practice that this is an assistant tool.

In November, expert Viktor Gor stated that AI does not steal time — it frees thoughts. In conversation with Pravda.Ru he noted that "this is a great assistant who will greatly change our habits and lives."

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