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Workplace AI Use Surges Across Latin America, Exposing Governance Gaps and Recasting Offices

New surveys show widespread on-the-job use with rising training demand across Argentina and Mexico.

Overview

  • An HR expert citing a regional report says nine in ten Argentine employees already use AI in daily tasks.
  • A PageGroup–WeWork study based on more than 5,000 surveys in Mexico finds 61% using AI on their own initiative and 90% seeking training.
  • Companies are lagging on policies and upskilling, fueling "Shadow AI" as employees turn to unsanctioned tools.
  • Six in ten AI users would consider changing employers for better opportunities to learn and apply the technology, according to the expert.
  • Hybrid preferences and tech-integrated workplaces are shifting office demand, with Mexico City vacancy reported down from 30% to 20% in the past year.