The Alarming Rate of AI Project Failures.
Recent analyses reveal a concerning trend: approximately 42% of companies have abandoned most of their AI initiatives in 2025, a significant increase from 17% the previous year. On average, organizations are discarding nearly half of their AI proof-of-concepts before they reach production. This surge in failure rates underscores the critical need for organizations to reassess their AI strategies, ensuring they are grounded in realistic expectations and robust planning. For instance, a study by S&P Global Market Intelligence highlighted that many enterprises are grappling with persistent roadblocks in their AI initiatives, leading to a higher rate of project abandonment.
See the blog article: https://nimbuskey.substack.com/publish/post/161278382?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fscheduled
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