In Singapore, AI is a national priority, with 44% of local Gen Z employees already feeling its impact on their jobs. The World Economic Forum projects that by 2030, technology will handle 37% of workplace tasks in Singapore, allowing workers to focus on more meaningful work. Gen Z’s role in AI adoption is crucial, with 96% of Singapore graduates confident in using AI tools, according to the CFA Institute’s 2025 Graduate Outlook Survey.
Overall, Gen Z employees are at the forefront of AI adoption in the workplace, according to a new study by the International Workplace Group (IWG). The research, which surveyed over 2,000 professionals in the US and UK, highlights that 59% of Gen Z workers are actively helping older colleagues learn AI tools, significantly boosting productivity and collaboration in hybrid work environments.
The study found that 80% of employees have used AI tools, saving an average of 55 minutes per day—equivalent to nearly a full extra working day per week. This time-saving has allowed 55% of workers to focus on high-impact projects, learning, and relationship-building. Furthermore, 82% of Senior Directors reported that AI innovations introduced by younger staff have unlocked new business opportunities.
IWG CEO Mark Dixon remarked, “Advances in technology, particularly in AI, are boosting productivity, opening up new career opportunities, and connecting different generations of expertise.” As AI continues to reshape the workplace, the collaboration between generations is proving essential in unlocking its full potential.
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