AI Efficiency Paradox: Hidden Costs of Productivity Gains

AI time savings are being hidden or wasted due to organizational design that rewards presence over output. New data: 66% of employees hide AI time, 73% of managers fake productivity, 60% feel pressured to produce more, 39% feel less intelligent, and 'workslop' floods organizations. Accenture finds only 23% see widespread business value despite high productivity gains. CHROs must lead on outcome-based metrics, capacity redesign, and trust-building to convert efficiency into real value.