Mexican companies are falling behind when it comes to embracing artificial intelligence, according to a report highlighted by the newspaper La Jornada. The findings show that only 8 percent of businesses in Mexico currently use AI tools in their operations, a strikingly low figure compared with adoption rates in other major economies.
The gap raises questions about how prepared Mexican firms are to compete in an increasingly automated global marketplace. As companies around the world integrate AI into everything from customer service to logistics and manufacturing, Mexico’s low uptake suggests many businesses—particularly small and medium-sized ones—may be missing out on productivity gains and efficiency improvements that competitors elsewhere are already capturing.
The timing is notable: Mexico has positioned itself as a key destination for “nearshoring,” the trend of companies relocating supply chains closer to the US market. Slow AI adoption could undercut that advantage if firms fail to modernize alongside their international partners and clients, who increasingly expect suppliers to operate with cutting-edge technology.
While the report does not detail every barrier holding businesses back, the low percentage points to a broader conversation in Mexico about investment in digital infrastructure, workforce training, and technology access for smaller enterprises that make up the bulk of the country’s economy.
For the full report and additional context, take a look at the original article from La Jornada.
Source: Empresas mexicanas, en rezago en el uso de la IA; sólo 8% recurre a la herramienta (jornada.com.mx). English version produced with AI assistance.
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