Measurable benefits from deploying generative artificial intelligence are already achievable, say technology and automation experts, but organisations must get serious about planning. The warning comes as new research finds over half of Australian workers are using generative AI without proper rules or guidance.

Research conducted by automation specialist technology firm UiPath, speaking to more than 1100 Australian knowledge workers across government, healthcare, professional services, finance, real estate, and education sectors, found almost half, or 44 per cent are using generative AI at work.