This report from McKinsey suggests that as many employees adopt generative AI at work, companies are struggling to follow suit. The research finds that early adopters prioritise talent and the human side of generative AI more than other companies - nearly two-thirds of them have a clear view of their talent gaps and a strategy to close them, compared with just 25% of experimenters. They also focus heavily on upskilling and reskilling as a critical part of their talent strategies, as hiring alone isn't enough to close gaps and outsourcing can hinder strategic-skills development. The report recommends that in order to harness employees' enthusiasm and stay ahead, companies need a holistic approach to transforming how the whole organisation works with generative AI and transform their processes, structures and approach to talent - the technology alone won't create value.