Workday’s new Human Connection Workplace Index surveyed 2,150 AI-using employees across 7 countries. While 62% say AI has reduced stress or burnout risk and 86% feel more productive, 14% have taken time off due to loneliness or social isolation. PLEASANTON, Calif., May 27, 2026 -- Workda

Workday released new global research revealing a critical gap between AI-driven productivity gains and real business value creation. While 85% of employees report saving one to seven hours per week using AI, nearly 40% of that time is lost to rework caused by low-quality outputs, verification, and c