AI comes of age as enterprises move from pilots to impact, Deloitte Tech Trends 2026 finds

Artificial intelligence has reached a decisive inflection point, with leading organisations now focused on scaling AI for measurable outcomes rather than experimentation, according to the 17th Annual Tech Trends report from Deloitte. The report highlights how AI is no longer a standalone technology initiative, but a catalyst for rethinking how enterprises are designed, governed and operated end to end.

The study notes that boards and executive leaders are increasingly under pressure to move beyond incremental enhancements and instead rebuild core processes, infrastructure and talent models to unlock long-term value. In an environment shaped by economic uncertainty, policy shifts and accelerating technological change, Deloitte argues that competitive advantage will be defined by how effectively organisations bridge the gap between AI experimentation and real-world impact.

Deepa Seshadri, Partner and CIO Program Leader at Deloitte India, said the shift is particularly significant for Indian enterprises, which operate at exceptional scale ...