Australian workers are optimistic about artificial intelligence (AI) adoption and the impact it will have in the workplace according to this report that finds most workers believe technology has improved their working lives. The report provides insights on the impact, adoption and concerns related to AI and technology in the workplace.

This examination of present and projected technology investment levels finds that Australia is lagging behind other comparable nations and that without intervention, the gap is set to grow. The report argues that tech investment is critical to the long-term health of the economy and makes policy recommendations to increase investment.

Australia’s artificial intelligence (AI) workforce has grown remarkably in recent years, from around 800 workers in 2014 to over 33,000 in 2023. This report investigates whether this growth trajectory can continue to meet the high demand expected by 2030.

Australia’s digital technology clusters have been mapped and analysed on a national scale for the first time. This report brings together rich data from across the nation for the first time to map and describe the range of digital technology clusters currently developing.

While the full economic impact will take years to realise, Generative AI (GAI) is already impacting a range of sectors across the economy. This report aims to focus specifically on how GAI could drive value for the Australian economy, and identify the steps needed to seize this opportunity.