Advancements in automation: why AI won't replace the human touch - Data Matters

The way we engage with technology is changing constantly and there's hardly a day that goes by where we don't hear about Artifical Intelligence (AI) and the'rise of machines.' While mature AI-related technologies are still in their infancy, it's a fact that workplace automation is already here across all sectors. From farming to fashion, businesses are using automation to reduce costs and pick up the pace of production. A report from PwC earlier this year claims that in the next 15 years, 30% of jobs in the UK could be affected by automation, with 46.4% of manufacturing jobs and 56.4% of storage jobs being automated by the early 2030s. Despite these high figures, PwC argues that for the most part, automation will enhance productivity, cut costs and add real value to sectors that depend on intelligent human interaction.