Abstract
The dynamic development of generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) is increasingly influencing information systems and user interactions with digital technologies. However, despite the growing availability of these tools, the extent of their practical use and associated risk perception remains unclear. This paper aims to analyse the adoption and use of generative artificial intelligence, as well as perceived risks, based on a quantitative survey of 429 participants at a regional job fair in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland. The findings indicate a high level of awareness of Gen AI, accompanied by a clear difference between private and professional use. While it is widely used in everyday activities, its application in professional environments remains limited. At the same time, most respondents perceive risks related to its development and express a need for further education. From an information systems perspective, the results highlight the importance of aligning AI-based solutions with users’ knowledge, trust, and risk perception, as these factors may influence their further development and implementation.
Paper Type
Poster
DOI
10.62036/ISD.2026.194
Generative Artificial Intelligence in Information Systems: Adoption and Perceived Risk: Findings from a Regional Study in Poland
The dynamic development of generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) is increasingly influencing information systems and user interactions with digital technologies. However, despite the growing availability of these tools, the extent of their practical use and associated risk perception remains unclear. This paper aims to analyse the adoption and use of generative artificial intelligence, as well as perceived risks, based on a quantitative survey of 429 participants at a regional job fair in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland. The findings indicate a high level of awareness of Gen AI, accompanied by a clear difference between private and professional use. While it is widely used in everyday activities, its application in professional environments remains limited. At the same time, most respondents perceive risks related to its development and express a need for further education. From an information systems perspective, the results highlight the importance of aligning AI-based solutions with users’ knowledge, trust, and risk perception, as these factors may influence their further development and implementation.
Recommended Citation
Ładny, P., Lorenz, K. & Janowski, M.(2026). Generative Artificial Intelligence in Information Systems: Adoption and Perceived Risk: Findings from a Regional Study in Poland. In M. Valenta, B. Mannová, R. Pergl, A. Przybylek, M. Lang, H. Linger, C. Schneider, N. Iivari, & E. Insfran (Eds.), Making ISD Sustainable: Reloaded with AI and Automation (ISD2026 Proceedings). Prague, Czech Republic: Czech Technical University in Prague. ISBN: 978-80-01-07585-2. https://doi.org/10.62036/ISD.2026.194