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Are North Carolina Businesses Using AI? A Look at Current Use and Future Projections

Article by NC Department of Commerce Labor & Analysis

Shared by Land of Sky Regional Council

05.13.24


The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on industries and work environments depends on its integration into business processes. To better understand and prepare for potential shifts in business needs, we analyzed U.S. Census Bureau data from the Business Trends and Outlook Survey, which asked businesses across the nation about AI utilization in the production of goods and services. Below we explore AI adoption rates, applications, and employment trends in North Carolina.

Current and Future AI Adoption Rates

AI integration among North Carolina businesses remains moderate, with only 5.1% currently utilizing AI—closely aligning with the national average of 5.0%. Among southeastern states, North Carolina has the second highest current AI usage rate, trailing Florida's leading 6.6% (Figure 1). Mississippi has the lowest AI adoption rate at 1.7%. Looking ahead, businesses in the Southeast and across the nation anticipate a modest increase in AI adoption over the next six months. North Carolina is projected to see an increase to 6.6%, maintaining its second-place ranking. These trends indicate that a significant number of North Carolina businesses are neither currently using AI nor planning to adopt it in the near future.

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A Simple Model for Hiring Great Employees

Article by WNC Business

05.14.24


Years ago, I read a book called ‘Hiring for Attitude’ which discussed the importance of considering a person’s attitude and fitting into a company’s culture versus examining only the experience and skills needed for the position. While it’s great to hire someone with experience and skills, it is as important to hire someone with the right attitude that fits well into your business’s culture.


After years of hiring employees for my own company, I’ve discovered there are three key hiring tools that, in combination, create the best opportunity to hire the best candidate for your company.


Multiple Interviews


Much of the work performed by office personnel is conducted via phone conversations. Having an interview over the phone can help you determine how they come across to others on a call. In-person interviews are also important so you can get a feel for their body language. Sometimes people may have strengths in one communication style or another, so conducting two interviews helps you understand the whole picture.

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