Agentic AI Adoption and Business Transformation Strategies

This report details the findings of a survey conducted by Unisys involving 1,000 senior executives across eight global markets, focusing on how organizations are adapting to technological changes and expectations. It outlines the evolving strategies in cloud, applications, infrastructure, security, and AI, emphasizing the growing confidence among IT and business leaders regarding their capabilities. The report identifies a critical shift towards agentic AI, with 75% of organizations recognizing its importance in managing cloud complexities. It presents four key strategies for leveraging agentic AI effectively: preparing for real work, aligning technology with desired outcomes, closing the gap between capabilities and value, and integrating AI with cybersecurity strategies. The report also notes a significant decrease in fears of job displacement due to agentic AI, highlighting a shift in organizational focus towards targeted use cases that enhance productivity and operational efficiency. Overall, it emphasizes the need for organizations to translate technological investments into measurable business value.