How fast is AI being adopted?
In 2025, AI adoption in companies is accelerating rapidly. About 78% of organizations report using AI in at least one business function, up from 72% in the previous year.
Additionally, 35% of businesses have fully deployed AI, and 42% are actively experimenting or piloting AI tools. Nearly half (45%) of companies use AI in three or more business functions, showing broader integration across operations.
Investment in AI is also increasing, with 92% of companies planning to increase AI investments over the next three years. Overall, AI adoption is growing at an annual rate of around 36-38%, reflecting a swift and expanding integration of AI technologies in business worldwide in 2025.
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The AI Act establishes a comprehensive set of rules and obligations for AI developers and users, particularly focusing on high-risk applications. Key aspects include risk classification, high-risk applications, transparency and accountability.
What is on-premises AI?
On-premises AI refers to the deployment of artificial intelligence infrastructure and applications within an organization's own physical facilities (own servers). This approach contrasts with cloud-based solutions, where AI resources are hosted and managed by third-party providers. Here’s a detailed overview of on-premises AI, including its advantages, challenges, and ideal use cases. On-premises AI offers organizations greater control over their AI deployments while addressing specific needs related to security and compliance.
Will AI replace the project manager?
AI can to significantly impact the role of project managers, but it is unlikely to replace them entirely. Instead, AI (and Easy AI integrated into new Easy8) technologies will serve as powerful tools that enhance the capabilities of project managers, particularly in areas such as efficiency, decision-making, and resource management.
