Only 46% of Czech employees stated that AI helps them work more efficiently, compared to a global average of 62%. Approximately one-third of Czech employees (29%) also believe that theimplementation of AI will primarily benefit companies rather than themselves. The views of Czech and international employers are more aligned—50% of Czech employers and 54% of foreign employers agree that AI helps increase efficiency.
"Czech companies view AI as astrategic necessity, while employees often perceive it more as a threat than an opportunity, fearing it will primarily bring additional demands on their skills and performance. Unless companies systematically invest in education,communicate technological changes openly, and adapt their work models, this misalignment will continue to deepen."
Martin Jánský
CEO of Randstad Czech Republic
Differences are also evident in future outlooks. The view that AI will affect more than half of all work activities in the near future was supported by 47% of Czech employees, but 70% of employers. Globally, this view is shared by 53% of employees and 58%of employers. The reserved attitude of Czech employees toward AI stems, amongother things, from lower confidence in their own skills, leading to anxiety anduncertainty. Only 59% feel confident using the latest technologies,including AI, compared to 69% worldwide.
"Czech employees often lack the sense that AI will bring them personal benefits rather than just higherdemands, or that they can master working with it. Companies that can clearly explain how AI simplifies work and helps develop new competencies will gain an edge—both in the labor market and in productivity and performance."
Martin Jánský
CEO of Randstad Czech Republic
In addition to the varying approaches to AI, the Randstad Workmonitor survey revealed significant differences in opinions on the future of companies. Only 35% of Czech employees believe the company they work for will grow this year—much lower than the confidence expressed by employers (100%) or employees in other countries (51%).
"If employees do not believein the company’s prospects, it reflects in their productivity, loyalty, andwillingness to learn new things. The ability to communicate with employees andexplain the benefits of technological changes, including AI, will be crucialfor corporate success."
Martin Jánský
CEO of Randstad Czech Republic
