AIMG: Enterprise AI 2026: The Shift from Adoption to Value Realization
AIMG — 2026 — AI & Technology
The AIMG Benchmark Study reveals that the enterprise AI market is transitioning from initial adoption to realizing measurable value. Despite high adoption rates, with 87% of organizations leveraging AI, 79% report no measurable EBIT impact from GenAI, highlighting significant barriers such as data readiness and governance complexities. The study emphasizes the need for strategic investments in data infrastructure and governance frameworks to achieve transformative outcomes.
Key Statistics
- 92% of enterprises increased AI spending in 2026
- 87% of global organizations leverage AI in at least one function
- 70% of enterprises adopted Generative AI by 2026
- 79% of enterprises report no measurable EBIT impact from GenAI
- Only 19% of enterprises are fully data-ready for AI
Key Takeaways
- Invest in data quality, integration, and governance before scaling AI use cases.
- Consolidate AI deployments around two to three core platforms to improve integration.
- Implement robust governance frameworks, including model risk frameworks and formal ethics policies.
- Conduct a comprehensive audit of existing data infrastructure to identify gaps impeding AI scaling.
- Focus on employee training and human-AI collaboration to enhance trust and effectiveness.
Cite as: AIMG. (2026). AIMG: Enterprise AI 2026: The Shift from Adoption to Value Realization. Retrieved from https://research.agilebrandguide.com/research/aimg-enterprise-ai-2026-the-shift-from-adoption-to-value-realization