AI Strategy stories - Page 2

Extreme Networks expands AI focus with new service agent rollout, leadership changes, and plans for its inaugural AI Summit in New York City this November.

Australian firms are shifting from fragmented AI pilots to unified platforms, aiming to boost trust, speed and scalability amid rising regulatory demands.

UnifyApps raises USD $50 million to expand its AI platform, aiming to help firms scale enterprise AI with low-code solutions and new leadership.

Nearly half of Canadian SMEs use AI, but skill shortages and costs stall productivity gains, risking a two-speed digital economy, Sage research reveals.

Eighteen months into New Zealand’s AI boom, only 19% of firms feel fully prepared, with uneven adoption risking competitive divides and data security.

Orcaworks has named Dr Abhinav Somaraju as Chief AI Officer to lead its agentic AI strategy from pilot to production, enhancing enterprise AI deployment.

Riverbed launches Data Express, a SaaS service promising up to 10x faster, secure data transfers to speed AI projects and cut months off transfer times.

DBS has been named the World's Best AI Bank, recognised for its innovation and responsible AI use across retail and corporate banking services.

Research shows 39% of CIOs lack alignment with CEOs on AI strategy as their roles expand into broader business and innovation leadership.

Global banking AI spend is forecast to hit USD $67bn by 2028 as firms focus on responsible adoption to drive strategy, innovation and risk management.

Australian firms invest less in AI than global rivals, yet ROI is set to nearly double from 15% to 29% by 2028, boosting returns from USD $3.2m to $8.2m.

SAP has named Lee Marshall as Head of AI for ANZ to boost enterprise AI adoption, leveraging his 35+ years experience in digital and AI transformation.

Kore.ai named Leader in Forrester Wave for Cognitive Search Platforms, scoring highest in Strategy and excelling in 11 key criteria for agentic AI solutions.

Business leaders rush into AI strategies, but success demands more than hype-it requires infrastructure, data, and expert partnerships for real value.

Forrester forecasts a slowdown in AI spending for 2026 as firms prioritise governance and risk amid increased scrutiny from CFOs and tech leaders.

Hexaware warns falling global customer experience scores need a unified AI strategy, urging businesses to integrate tools for personalisation and efficiency.

NetApp's 2025 study reveals AI Masters boost revenue by 24% through focus on data readiness, security, and advanced AI infrastructure in enterprises globally.

By the end of 2026, 100,000 AI Agents will join UK firms, with many set to replace human jobs, especially in HR and software roles, Gravitee finds.

A global study reveals enterprises with mature data readiness and infrastructure see 24% revenue growth and 25% cost savings from AI deployments.

Australian businesses face challenges in managing rapid AI advances; a structured roadmap is key to turning AI adoption chaos into lasting value.