While AI remains the most transformative force of our time, the market has moved from experimental wonder to a high-stakes reckoning. 

Today, AI has to earn its keep.

But as adoption peaks, a paradox has emerged: 73% of executives say AI ROI is falling short of expectations. At the same time, 82% admit technology is devaluing human roles. In this report, we dive deep into the data from 2,850 global leaders to show you how to turn the pushes and pulls of AI into a clear path forward.

What’s inside:

• The ROI reality check: Why nearly 70% of executives are prepared to scale back AI budgets if goals aren't met this year.

• The human-in-the-loop model: How to build a decision-making firewall where AI accelerates workflows and humans monitor the output.

• The borderless talent solution: Why 82% of leaders are looking beyond borders to solve the AI talent shortage.

• The productivity paranoia: Navigating the performance of work vs. the creation of true business value.

Go from AI hype to business ROI