The Brief Hiring managers are shifting their recruitment funds toward artificial intelligence tools instead of training recent college graduates. A new report shows that nearly half of hiring managers would rather invest in artificial intelligence tools than train the latest class of college graduates. Automated workplace shiftsWhat we know:Companies utilizing artificial intelligence are continuing to recruit new staff, but their expectations for entry-level candidates have evolved. "That shows how they think and how they use some of the AI tools that are available right now," Espey said. Applicants can also take online training courses to help boost their artificial intelligence skills, which expands both their resumes and portfolios.