Field Notes

Build vs Buy AI in 2026: The Complete Decision Framework

76% of enterprise AI is now purchased rather than built, a complete reversal from 2024. MIT research shows vendor partnerships succeed 67% of the time versus 33% for internal builds. Here is the data-driven framework to make the right choice.

Why 95% of AI Pilots Fail (And How to Be in the 5%)

MIT's 2025 research reveals why the vast majority of AI projects never reach production—and the proven framework for joining the successful minority.

The Real Cost of Waiting on AI: A CFO's Perspective

AI leaders achieve 1.7x revenue growth, 3.6x TSR, and 40% greater cost reductions than laggards (BCG 2026). Yet only 14% of CFOs report measurable ROI from AI investments. This data-driven analysis breaks down the compounding financial costs of delayed AI adoption—and provides a CFO-ready framework for immediate action.