AI uptake lags in transport and manufacturing, NAB data shows
· Source: mhdsupplychain.com.au
In short
New data from NAB reveals that AI adoption among Australian SMEs is uneven, with transport and storage sectors showing the lowest usage at 21%, and manufacturing at 35%. Despite current low uptake due to legacy systems and cost concerns, around 21% of transport firms plan to adopt AI soon, indicating potential growth in AI-driven logistics optimization and decision-making.
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Tags: AI, transport, manufacturing, logistics, adoption, SMEs