RESEARCH REPORT

What 1,000+ Executive Interviews Reveal About AI Agent Readiness

Based on our AI Readiness Audits with over 1,000 executives, this report uncovers the real blockers, enablers, and patterns that determine AI success.

Four Organizational Archetypes

The Visionary Bottleneck

Vision-rich, plumbing-poor. Strong executive intent and modern SaaS systems, but weak data infrastructure and fragmentation issues.

Audit identifies: Data consolidation priorities and quick wins that build momentum while addressing infrastructure gaps.
The Cautious Incumbent

Regulated or conservative industry. Prioritizes governance, risk management, and security above experimentation. Has formal AI policies but struggles to move quickly.

Audit identifies: How to accelerate within compliance frameworks and turn governance into a competitive advantage.
The Grassroots Tinkerer

Broad support for AI experimentation, but no central strategy. Employees use GPTs and copilots, but without roadmap, upskilling, or coordination.

Audit identifies: How to channel grassroots energy into strategic initiatives and prevent shadow AI risks.
The Foundation Builder

Deliberate infrastructure-first approach. Strong central IT/data team focused on consolidating data, establishing AI gateways, and building enterprise agent platforms.

Audit identifies: How to deliver tangible business value faster while building foundations, preventing stakeholder frustration.

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