Stage 2, Task Execution

ActivTrak's Productivity Lab tracked 120,620 employees and determined that the optimal AI adoption level is moderate, rather than full automation or super user status. The data shows that productivity peaks at 75% during Stage 2 (Task Execution), where healthy utilization occurs when employees use AI for routine tasks. This type of moderate usage is recommended over aiming for high consumption, which can lead to runaway costs and operational disconnect.