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CIO Playbook 2025: It’s Time for AI-nomics
AI is becoming foundational in Asia/Pacific, shifting from hype to business-driven outcomes. CIOs are prioritizing scalable investments in data management, governance, hybrid infrastructure, and GenAI applications, aiming for a 3.6x ROI. AI spending is set to triple as enterprises move from experiments to production use in IT operations, cybersecurity, and software development. Data quality, governance, and skills gaps are major barriers. Organizations favor hybrid cloud models and AI-powered PCs to boost productivity. Success requires strategic partnerships, internal expertise building, and a strong focus on measurable business results.