Why Voice AI is the Next Priority for Executives

What is voice AI?

Voice AI is a technology that enables models to understand human speech and interpret its meaning to respond naturally. It facilitates communication between users and AI, and is especially useful with daily interactions like work. This powers tools like April, which helps executives manage their email, calendars, and Slack hands-free. 

Why are executives using voice AI?

Executives are embracing voice AI like April because it helps navigate the new era of AI-driven productivity. KPMG and McKinsey both report that more than half of executives in the United States have already implemented AI agents into their workflows. Nearly all of them plan to increase their investments in AI in the next three years. Rather than being something of the future, AI is here today as a tool for daily processes. 

How is the workplace responding to voice AI?

KPMG’s AI Quarterly Pulse Survey found that in the past year, employee resistance to AI has dropped. A few years ago, people were worried about job displacement and pictured a dystopian future with AI approaching all facets of their lives. Today, they see it as a way to grow their skills and maximize their productivity. AI tools like April help reduce redundant work and help with work-life balance. The increase in trust means that executives are able to incorporate AI into their workplace without worrying about pushback and emphasizing a collaborative environment. 

What makes voice AI different from other workplace tools?

Voice AI assistants are proactive, adaptive, and context-aware. Chat-based software or basic automation tools typically just follow commands. Voice assistants like April are able to be directly integrated into calendars, email, and Slack. It’s like having a personal assistant that anticipates needs and responds conversationally, especially when one is commuting, multitasking, or doing anything else that requires hands-free operation.  

How do AI agents help leaders?

In McKinsey’s 2025 report, there’s a term called “AI super-agency” where humans and AI collaborate to work synergistically on creative and productive tasks. Voice AI assistants can help achieve this by automating communication tasks (triaging inboxes, scheduling meetings), providing hands-free interaction (helping leaders to be productive at any time), and insights (understanding schedules for important reminders). Executives are able to make proactive decisions rather than focusing on task management. 

Employees are ready for AI, and April is a strong step that helps executives gain a leadership advantage by staying on top of their work and taking control of their day. Download April today and try it out for yourself!