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The AI reality check every product team needs

The most extensive study on AI in product development confirms what many product leaders are already feeling: pressure to prove ROI is rising, the gap between strategy and delivery is widening, and governance requirements are slowing progress in unexpected ways. Get your copy of the report and access insights on:

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of product leaders feel the pressure to prove ROI on AI initiatives is increasing.
of product leaders report that their organization has adopted AI in the product development process.
of product leaders say unexpected governance issues have slowed their AI deployment.
Pressure to prove ROI is increasing and that’s a good thing

Pressure to prove ROI is increasing and that’s a good thing

Boards and investors aren’t asking how many releases you did this quarter, they’re asking what it delivered.

Sharon
Sharon Lynch
Chief Executive Officer
Many leaders overestimate their AI maturity

Many leaders overestimate their AI maturity

Vibe coding is like one big party. You move fast, everyone’s buzzing, and something flashy gets built overnight. But when the lights come on, there are half-empty cups, a broken chandelier, and the cleanup sucks.

Kevin
Kevin McClelland
Chief Growth Officer
Leaner doesn’t mean fewer people

Leaner doesn’t mean fewer people

Expertise is what makes AI valuable. Without professionals who understand how to build, govern, and apply AI effectively, outcomes quickly become unreliable, insecure, and full of unintended consequences.

Jon
Jon Allegre
Chief Customer Officer
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Insights from 550+ executives

The essential read before launching products in 2026

Make better product decisions as AI moves from demos to real-world delivery. Understand the key shifts shaping product development, avoid common pitfalls, and build solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly AI-driven landscape.