Managers are using AI to write performance reviews – and it shows

A survey found that 78 percent of managers use AI to draft or edit performance reviews, but only 16 percent inform their staff. Over half of employees report more actionable guidance, yet about a third say the feedback became generic or less useful. Workers are also turning to AI avatars to practice difficult workplace conversations because managers lack the time to coach them.

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