Most Global Tech Leaders See Their Companies Unprepared for AI

Artificial intelligence is the top priority among IT leaders worldwide, but businesses are still unready to make use of it, according to a survey of chief information officers by Lenovo Group Ltd.

The Beijing-based firm, which provides enterprise hardware, software and services, polled 750 technology chiefs across 10 global markets on their views around AI. A majority saw aspects like computing infrastructure and corporate policies on ethical use as not yet “AI-ready.” 42% also said they don’t expect to be able to show return on their AI investments for the next two years at least.

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