Key Takeaway
Research shows that 60% of leaders feel increased pressure to deliver ROI from AI this year, with cybersecurity as the main application. A gap remains between perception and capability; while 90% of leaders view their IT infrastructure as top-tier, only 39% believe it’s ready for future challenges. This year, 90% feel their tools facilitate rapid testing and scaling, yet over half see their technology stack as a barrier to innovation. Additionally, due to geopolitical and regulatory pressures, 75% of leaders are concerned about global data storage risks, prompting 65% to adjust their cloud strategies, including data repatriation and a shift to private clouds.
The research shows that three out of five leaders feel greater pressure this year to deliver ROI from AI compared to last year. Cybersecurity stands out as the main use case for AI implementation among the surveyed organizations.
The disparity between perception and capability continues, as highlighted by Kyndryl’s 2024 findings. Last year, 90% of business leaders viewed their IT infrastructure as best-in-class, while only 39% felt it was ready for future disruptions. This year’s data reveals that 90% believe their tools and processes allow them to test and scale new ideas quickly, yet over half see their technology stack as a barrier to innovation.
Cloud strategies evolve amid geopolitical and regulatory pressures
Organizations are reassessing their cloud infrastructure in light of regulatory changes and data sovereignty issues. Three out of four leaders express worries about geopolitical risks tied to storing and managing data in global cloud environments. In response, 65% have adjusted their cloud strategies by investing in data repatriation, reassessing vendors, and shifting towards private cloud models.
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