As we enter 2026, artificial intelligence is undergoing its most profound transformation yet. Moving beyond simple automation and content generation, we're witnessing the rise of agentic AI—autonomous systems capable of reasoning, planning, and executing complex business tasks with minimal human oversight.
Executive Overview
Transforming Business Through Autonomous Intelligence
This comprehensive report from Blott examines how organizations can harness the power of AI agents to drive growth, innovation, and competitive advantage in an increasingly digital economy.
Key Findings
The Market Is at an Inflection Point
- 78% of organizations now use AI in at least one business function, with 71% regularly deploying generative AI
- Investment in AI infrastructure surged 97% year-over-year in 2024, reaching $47.4 billion
- AI spending is projected to reach $632 billion by 2028, with organizations seeing $3.70 return for every dollar invested
The Reality Gap
- Only 26% of companies have successfully moved beyond proof-of-concept to generate tangible business value
- 30% of generative AI projects will be abandoned after pilot phase by end of 2025
- 70% of implementation challenges stem from people and process issues, not technology
Why This Report Matters Now
The deployment of agentic AI isn't a future possibility—it's happening today. Two-thirds of companies are already exploring AI agents, and early adopters are establishing competitive moats that will become increasingly difficult to overcome.
The report reveals a critical insight: Success with agentic AI requires more than technology adoption. It demands organizational transformation, combining robust data foundations, comprehensive governance frameworks, and strategic vision that extends beyond operational efficiency to revenue generation and business model innovation.
Who Should Read This Report
Essential Reading For:
- C-Suite Executives making strategic decisions about AI investments
- Technology Leaders responsible for AI implementation and scaling
- Business Unit Heads seeking to transform operations with AI
- Innovation Teams exploring new AI-enabled business models
- Risk and Compliance Officers managing AI governance
- HR Leaders preparing workforces for AI transformation
Take Action
The agentic AI revolution is not distant—it's unfolding now. Organizations face a clear choice: lead this transformation or risk permanent competitive disadvantage. This report provides the insights, frameworks, and practical guidance needed to:
- Assess your organization's readiness for agentic AI
- Identify high-value use cases for initial deployment
- Build the capabilities needed for successful scaling
- Navigate governance and risk challenges
- Create sustainable competitive advantage
The window of opportunity is finite. Organizations that act decisively now will shape the future of their industries. Those that delay risk being left behind in an agent-enabled economy.
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Dive deep into the strategies, case studies, and frameworks that will define the next era of business transformation. Learn from early adopters, avoid common pitfalls, and position your organization to thrive in the age of autonomous AI.
