Poland Eyes 12% GDP Growth Surge Through Artificial Intelligence

Though global interest in automation is surging, only 8% of Polish companies currently utilize AI technologies. The World Bank report, Navigating the Age of AI: Implications for Poland's Economy, suggests that simple access to software is insufficient; real growth requires a fundamental overhaul of management practices and business models. Ary Naïm, the World Bank Group’s Country Manager for Poland, noted the nation is well-positioned to leverage this transition, provided there is sustained investment in digital infrastructure, energy grids, and education.

Rather than causing mass displacement, AI is expected to reshape the nature of labor. The report predicts that most employees will see their roles evolve to include higher-value tasks, necessitating robust reskilling programs. Because productivity gains often accrue to capital owners first, the study urges the government to implement targeted fiscal and social policies to ensure the benefits of this technological shift are distributed across the broader population.