Unlocking Britain’s next era of productivity: Building a nation of AI trailblazers
The challenge now is upskilling the remaining 85% to enable everyone to use AI to unlock personal progression. The research reveals that workplace AI adoption has doubled in the past year, (up to 73%, from 34% in 2025). Trailblazers are:84% more likely to have been promoted in the past year.88% more likely to achieve a positive performance review.55% more likely to secure a pay rise.But, this deeper AI use is unevenly spread across age groups, genders and geographical location.
- ▪The challenge now is upskilling the remaining 85% to enable everyone to use AI to unlock personal progression.
- ▪The research reveals that workplace AI adoption has doubled in the past year, (up to 73%, from 34% in 2025).
- ▪Trailblazers are:84% more likely to have been promoted in the past year.88% more likely to achieve a positive performance review.55% more likely to secure a pay rise.But, this deeper AI use is unevenly spread across age groups, genders and
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Breadcrumb Company News Inside Google Around the Globe Google in Europe United Kingdom Unlocking Britain’s next era of productivity: Building a nation of AI trailblazers { "reading_time": "[[read\u002Dtime]] min read" } Jun 30, 2026 · Share x.com Facebook LinkedIn Mail Copy link The top 15% of AI users report stronger performance reviews, pay increases and substantial time savings. The challenge now is upskilling the remaining 85% to enable everyone to use AI to unlock personal progression.
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