Technology trends redefining how enterprises will operate in 2026

By Sandhya Arun, Chief Technology Officer, Wipro Limited

2025 marked a year of foundational shifts for the global IT industry, with enterprises moving from experimentation to meaningful adoption of AI. Generative AI and automation became mainstream, and early agent-led models began influencing how decisions are made across the enterprise – always with human oversight at the core.

As we look ahead to 2026, the focus will decisively shift to AI systems operating at scale, embedded within critical business workflows. We will see the rise of collaborative AI and importantly, this evolution elevates the role of people, from execution to orchestration, where human judgment, governance, and strategic intent remain paramount. Ultimately, success will depend on talent readiness and continuous skilling.

Enterprises are increasingly prepared for large-scale deployment, while regulators worldwide are shaping frameworks that balance innovation with responsibility. Together, these forces are ushering in a world of intelligent, autonomous ...