... CPOs face a critical “execution gap” as workflow inefficiencies present a growing challenge and AI readiness emerges as a top priority in Gartner’s 1H26 CPO agenda poll. This research explores how to bridge the divide between strategic AI ambition and the operational reality of legacy processes. Insi ...
Analyst(s): Michael Ryan | Ryan Polk
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... Access Insights Already a Gartner client? CPOs recognize that their functions will need different skills in the future than they have today. However, traditional upskilling approaches alone will not close the gap fast enough, risking value erosion. CPOs must update talent strategies to access the nece ...
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... Overreliance on AI tools can unintentionally hinder the development of critical human skills necessary for strategic value. This research helps CPOs understand and mitigate the unintended consequences AI poses to building a highly skilled workforce. Insights at a Glance Issue Impact More Detail Contribut ...
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... stakeholder buy-in and proving business value are critical for embedding AI in procurement. Why This Matters Blind Spots What’s Around the Corner Questions You Should Be Asking Gartner’s Positions Your Journey as a Chief Procurement Officer Gartner Insights Abstract ...
... Access Insights Already a Gartner client? Blanket pricing tactics threaten AIoT margins and dilute product value, creating severe bill shock. To capture new channel opportunities and drive sustainable growth, product leaders should create tiered pricing structures that encompass advanced AI metering a ...
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... •Identify the strategic technology trends expected to shape CIO priorities and enterprise decision-making in 2027 •Understand how autonomous systems and advanced AI models are changing business and operating models •Assess the governance, security and risk implications of emerging AI-driven technolo ...