Accelerating AI in Enterprise Infrastructure

This technical report discusses the current state and future outlook of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption within enterprise infrastructure. It presents findings from a survey of IT and tech professionals, revealing that nearly 25% of enterprises are already experiencing consistent annual returns on their AI investments, with an additional 35% expecting to do so within the next year. The report outlines the initial focus on quick wins, such as enhancing customer and employee experiences, while highlighting the potential for more significant returns through innovative applications of AI. It details the challenges enterprises face, including integration and deployment issues, and emphasizes the importance of preparing both data and personnel for successful AI implementation. The report also notes the growing preference for hybrid cloud solutions among organizations and anticipates a shift in AI workload distribution over the next five years. Additionally, it addresses the need for leadership in overcoming barriers to AI adoption and the ongoing talent shortages in the field.