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Develop a Scalable, Secure AI Stack
Developing a scalable, secure AI tech stack is a critical ask for every CPO
2026 is a “prove it to me” year for AI, where CPOs are expected to show real business outcomes and revenue from their investments. For the CPO, the mission requires creating a composable stack that meets ever-changing customer needs, yet many risk stacking technical debt, as only 39% understand customer needs enough to develop superior products. Download this guide for key steps to achieving success on this mission-critical priority and to learn more about how Gartner collaborates with leaders like you to drive key outcomes.
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Drive a Pre-emptive Security Posture in Your Stack
2026 is the "prove it" year for AI, requiring CPOs to deliver real revenue without building up technical debt. To stay competitive, product leaders must build a composable, secure AI stack that adapts to evolving customer needs.
Gartner has identified the major actions and decisions on your journey to success on this mission-critical priority. Our tools and insights support you throughout these steps, which will typically span many quarters or even years. (Your organization may or may not need to pursue each of them in any given order.)
The steps to successfully transform your business are:
Advance your agentic and LLM-enabled capabilities
Map agentic AI evolution and embed LLM frameworks to build autonomous, collaborative AI ecosystems.
Drive a preemptive security posture in your stack
Assess risks via pilots and align product strategy with cybersecurity trends to manage AI responsibly.
Develop a composable AI architecture
Shift to modular architectures and consolidate stacks to drive efficiency and faster value realization.
Optimize your portfolio to drive AI investment
Evaluate ROI and risk to prioritize high-value bets and align your AI strategy with enterprise goals.
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8 – 9 Mar 2027
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