Only one out of 10 businesses are not using AI

However, only 40% of the workforce carries the necessary cybersecurity skills companies need.

About 84% of businesses use AI and 68% employ chatbots, more impactful capabilities like machine-aided design and machine learning promise significant efficiency boosts, according to a CITE Research survey for Dassault Systèmes.

Dassault Systèmes also unveiled trends that indicate opportunities for startups and small to mid-sized businesses to outpace larger companies hindered by established processes.

CITE Research revealed that AI holds immense potential for industry and society, offering startups and smaller businesses a competitive edge.

Difficulty in finding skilled employees (64%) and cybersecurity concerns (73%) are prevalent, with only 40% possessing the necessary cybersecurity skills.

The cybersecurity skills gap leads to higher costs, safety issues, and slower time-to-market, highlighting areas for skillset improvement.

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Digital transformation opportunities exist, with 87% of organizations having room for growth. Large companies face barriers like implementation costs and management skills, providing openings for smaller businesses.

Gian Paolo Bassi, Senior Vice President, 3DEXPERIENCE Works at Dassault Systèmes, emphasizes the benefits of agility, innovation, empowerment, and collaboration for smaller businesses. 

The insights from the survey are being discussed at 3DEXPERIENCE World, Dassault Systèmes’ annual event, in Dallas from 11 to 14 February.

Key findings from a survey of 1,000 tech sector employees across the U.S., the U.K., France, Germany, and Italy highlight untapped AI capabilities, cybersecurity skill gaps, and the transformative potential of digital platforms.