A recent report published by NetApp, a leading knowledgeable data infrastructure company, shed delicate on the stark divide between countries leading and lagging behind in the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI). The comprehensive study provides insight into the progress, challenges and dynamics associated with AI adoption, highlighting the critical role of a unified data infrastructure in ensuring AI success.
According to the findings, countries such as India, Singapore, the UK and the US are leading in AI adoption and innovation, while countries such as Spain, Australia and Germany are considered to be lagging behind in terms of technological advancement.
The report, conducted in partnership with Savanta and covering more than 1,300 executives from ten countries, shows that a significant proportion of companies in leading countries are already implementing AI projects or are at the pilot stage, with 60 percent of such enterprises reporting dynamic initiatives. In contrast, only 36 percent of companies in AI lagging countries have undertaken similar AI ventures.
Moreover, the report highlights the divergence in approach, pointing out that countries leading in AI are more likely to have hybrid IT environments, with 67 percent of companies globally reporting such setups. It is worth noting that India leads with 70% adoption, while Japan lags behind with 24%.
The benefits of implementing AI also vary between AI leaders and laggards, with the former reporting noticeable improvements, including a 50% boost in production efficiency, a 46% automation of routine activities, and a 45% improvement in customer experience.
Gabie Boko, chief marketing officer at NetApp, emphasized the importance of data-ready enterprises, stating: “The rise of artificial intelligence is ushering in a novel era of disrupt or die.” Boko emphasized the importance of unifying structured and unstructured data sets into an knowledgeable data infrastructure for organizations to thrive in the era of artificial intelligence.
Addressing the need for countries lagging behind in AI development, the report calls for rapid innovation and adoption of AI technologies to remain competitive in the global landscape. Although 42 percent of companies in AI lagging countries have optimized their IT environments for AI, there is a clear discrepancy: Germany leads with 67 percent and Spain with 59 percent.
Pravjit Tiwana, general manager and senior vice president of cloud storage at NetApp, emphasized the critical role of data in AI initiatives, stating, “Artificial intelligence is only as good as the data that powers it.” Tiwana emphasized the importance of unified and reliable data across hybrid IT environments for the success of AI efforts.
Despite challenges such as IT costs and data security, the report highlights unstoppable progress in AI adoption and innovation. The summary highlights the growing importance of artificial intelligence in driving economic growth, innovation and competitiveness around the world, with proactive countries able to enjoy significant advantages across sectors. Conversely, those who are slower to adapt risk being left behind in the race for technological dominance and the benefits that come with it.
(With inputs from ANI)
Posted: Apr 29, 2024 6:13 pm EST
