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Microsoft Work Trend Index

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Specific Type
Survey on AI adoption
Dataset Type
Cross-sectional
Institution
Microsoft; Edelman Data x Intelligence
Institution Type
Industry
Level of Focus
Individual
Most Granular Level
Individual worker level
Perspective
Worker-side
Time Coverage
2021-present
Frequency
Annual
Sample Size
~31,000 workers globally
Geographic Detail
Global (31 countries)
Occupational Classification
Various occupations
Industrial Classification
Various industries
Other Classification
Country level; role type; leadership level
Key Variables
AI adoption patterns; productivity metrics; skill requirements; digital debt measures; meeting efficiency; workplace technology use
AI/Tech Tracking
AI tool usage; workplace productivity patterns; productivity signals from M365
Access Details
Published annual reports
Notes
82% of leaders say employees need new AI skills; 70% would delegate work to AI; combines survey with productivity telemetry

Key Papers

Microsoft Work Trend Index (annual)