What challenges do I&O leaders face with AI implementation?

I&O leaders face challenges with legacy systems not meeting AI demands, budget, team readiness, and a lack of strategic alignment with C-suite objectives.

How is AI impacting current enterprise infrastructure?

AI is increasing demand on enterprise infrastructure at a pace that legacy systems were not designed to support, highlighting the need for modernization.

What are Netskope's recommendations for I&O leaders?

Netskope recommends strengthening C-suite relationships, discussing infrastructure in business outcome terms, early planning engagement, and transparent reporting.

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AI Demands Strain Legacy IT, Leaders Unprepared

20 Jan

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Summary

Only 38% of I&O leaders feel current infrastructure handles AI.
Just 18% of leaders have adequate team and budget for AI.
Many leaders lack direction despite IT's recognized business importance.

AI Demands Strain Legacy IT, Leaders Unprepared

As artificial intelligence tools become more prevalent, legacy IT systems are facing unprecedented strain, necessitating modernization for many organizations. New research indicates a significant gap between AI's demands and current infrastructure capabilities. Only 38% of infrastructure and operations (I&O) leaders feel their systems can cope, with just 18% confident in their team and budget preparedness.

Leadership alignment is a key issue, with many I&O leaders reporting a lack of understanding of CEO/CIO objectives and feeling excluded from strategic planning. This reactive approach, often described as 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it,' contrasts with the urgent need for infrastructure to become a strategic advantage.

To address this, recommendations include fostering stronger C-suite relationships. Leaders are advised to discuss infrastructure in terms of business outcomes, engage earlier in planning, and improve transparency with senior stakeholders. Such collaboration ensures infrastructure supports, rather than constrains, business goals.