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Over four-fifths of UK businesses yet to exploit Artificial Intelligence
Data analysed by the business experts at Forbes Advisor , a price comparison and financial guidance platform , reveals over four-fifths ( 84 %) of UK businesses are currently not using Artificial Intelligence ( AI ) technologies .
In the next three months , four-in-five of these businesses ( 81 %) still do not plan to adopt AI technologies . Regarding the reasons why businesses are not adopting AI technologies , over three-quarters ( 77 %) reported the lack of internal expertise as the main reason .
Almost two-thirds of businesses not using AI ( 61 %) reported difficulty in identifying a business use , while over half ( 53 %) stated that the cost was their primary concern .
The information and communications sector has the highest percentage of businesses using Artificial Intelligence , with 43 % of businesses in the sector adopting AI technology .
“ AI has burst onto the scene in 2023 , garnering headlines about how it will transform all aspects of modern life ,” said Kevin Pratt , Business Expert at Forbes Advisor . “ But our research suggests that , in the real world of business and commerce , it will need to jostle with other priorities for the attention of company owners and senior managers .
“ Ultimately , businesses need to be pragmatic when it comes to adopting AI . They need to be open to the benefits it can offer in terms of innovation , operating efficiency and cybersecurity , but it must remain the servant rather than the master . Companies must remain true to their core purpose and AI should be a tool to help them achieve it , not an end in itself .”
Telehouse begins construction of administration building in London Docklands
The new administration building will include a centralised control area , comprising a new adjacent building and security control rooms as well as a service desk location to support customers . This threeway information flow will maximise response times and enhance communication clarity during critical events .
Global colocation provider , Telehouse International Corporation of Europe , has been given the green light to construct a pioneering new administration building at its London Docklands data centre campus .
The development will significantly enhance service excellence for Telehouse ’ s docklands-based clients , providing an end-to-end space for reliable , secure and flexible colocation at Europe ’ s most connected data centre ecosystem . International construction firm , Flynn , has been selected as the contractor responsible for executing this project .
High-quality office spaces will also form part of the building . These will provide Telehouse operations employees with collaborative workspaces , dedicated meeting rooms and leading- Edge welfare facilities , including a cafeteria for customer and staff use . The office will bring a unified , one-team approach , ensuring that key delivery support divisions are brought together in a visible and streamlined space . This forms part of Telehouse ’ s long-standing to promote healthy and safe environments for its employees and customers , along with a more sustainable future for society .
Designed to meet BREEAM Excellent criteria , the administration building will showcase the highest standards for sustainable design and environmental performance , which aligns with Telehouse ’ s continued commitment to corporate social responsibility . Coupled with world-class technologies that improve efficiencies and encourage positive behaviours , this latest development serves to create a positive social impact and support economic growth .
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