Microsoft Reveals Reasons Why Indonesian Workers Will Use AI in 2025

Microsoft's Work Trend Index 2025 report reveals various reasons Indonesian workers use artificial intelligence (AI). The results show that 66% of workers use the technology because it can be positioned as a discussion partner.

According to Microsoft, Indonesian workers are increasingly utilizing AI due to its availability and practical functionality. Because of this, 48% of workers stated they rely more on AI than colleagues because AI is available 24/7.

Meanwhile, 38% of workers stated they use AI because the technology is considered to have creative thinking capabilities.

AI is also utilized by 33% of workers because it offers added value beyond simply being a tool that follows commands. On the other hand, 28% of workers stated they use AI because of its speed.

These findings align with the trend of AI usage in Indonesian companies. According to Microsoft, currently at least 59% of business leaders in Indonesia state their companies already use AI agents to automate work.

This percentage is slightly higher than the Asia-Pacific average of 53%. On the other hand, 97% of business leaders in Indonesia believe 2025 is the moment to fundamentally review business strategy and operations.

The Work Trend Index 2025 survey was conducted online from February 6, 2025 and March 24, 2025. It involved 31,000 respondents from 31 countries, including 1,000 respondents from Indonesia.