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3 actions to boost the impact of your agentic AI

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Find your problem first

AI with a clear vision

Don't isolate your AI

The CIO's moment

From paradox to business transformation

AI tools such as copilots, assistants, and agents promise to revolutionize productivity, yet many organizations face a troubling paradox. Instead of simplifying workflows, poorly implemented AI can bog down teams, creating challenges for business leaders tasked with transforming processes while delivering returns.

For CIOs this is a pivotal moment. The next evolution of AI—autonomous, outcome-driven agents—has the potential to break this paradox. These systems can execute complex tasks, unlock new efficiencies, and deliver transformative business value. Success requires more than adopting technology; it demands intentionality, aligning AI with workflows, data, and strategic goals.

As AI evolves from a technology initiative to a business-wide opportunity, CIOs must lead the charge, ensuring the right AI is applied to the right challenges.
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Many organizations struggle to bridge the gap between AI ambition and practical implementation.
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Shobhit Varshney

Data and AI Expert

Three critical challenges

Explore the three critical challenges CIOs are facing in maximizing the impact of agentic AI—and how to overcome them to deliver meaningful results.
Challenge 01: Find your problem first Challenge 02: AI with a clear vision Challenge 03: Don't isolate your AI Explore watsonx Orchestrate
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