Salesforce Explores Hiring More Engineers as AI Boosts Productivity
Salesforce is considering hiring more software engineers, citing productivity gains from AI handling half of their LinkedIn tasks. Meanwhile, tech leaders and experts weigh in on AI's potential impact on work hours and job roles.
Salesforce is exploring the addition of software engineers to its team, attributing this move to AI's growing role in productivity. The company reports AI handling up to 50% of LinkedIn tasks, freeing up employees' time for more complex work.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warns of potential job loss, particularly for entry-level white-collar positions, as AI continues to advance. This echoes concerns raised by Zoom CEO Eric Yuan, who believes AI could lead to a three-day workweek. He suggests AI could handle mundane tasks, allowing humans to focus on more significant work.
Bill Gates has previously echoed this sentiment, predicting a three-day workweek for professionals within the next decade due to AI's increasing capabilities. Microsoft's Work Trend Index report supports this idea, finding employees feeling trapped in 'the infinite workday', starting as early as 6 AM and extending into evenings and weekends. AI integration into workflows could boost employee morale and performance by providing time for these more important tasks.
Clockin, a company specialising in software and AI functions for mobile work teams, has received significant investment. While no companies have recently announced AI integration specifically for reducing workdays, these investments suggest a growing interest in AI's potential to transform work schedules.
Salesforce's hiring plans reflect AI's growing role in productivity, with tech leaders like Eric Yuan and Bill Gates predicting shorter workweeks. While Anthropic's CEO warns of potential job loss, AI integration could boost employee morale and performance. Companies like Clockin are investing in AI to enhance mobile work teams' efficiency, suggesting a future where AI reshapes work hours and job roles.
