WorkThe story, in brief
How much value is AI really creating?
Speed isn't productivity. Here's what the data actually shows about AI's ROI.
The KeyNews take
Why it matters
As enterprises deploy AI broadly, a critical gap is emerging between operational velocity gains and measurable business value—forcing leaders to rethink how they measure and monetize AI investments.
The key facts
4 to knowFinancial Times analysis of AI productivity claims vs. actual business outcomes
Disconnect between work speed/volume increases and genuine productivity improvements
Implies ROI measurement challenges across enterprise AI deployments
Published June 2026 — recent market reality check on AI adoption valuations
Go to the source
Financial Times Technologyft.com
Publisher excerpt: Eye-opening changes to the speed and volume of work are not always translating into genuine productivity