Why Enterprise AI Maturity Models Mislead

2026

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1) Enterprise AI maturity models often mislead by focusing on technical capabilities rather than strategic intent, leading to misaligned investments and unmet expectations.
2) This report introduces the Strategic Intent Ladder, a five-stage framework that separates AI capability from strategic intent, and analyzes common pitfalls and "stall maps" that hinder progress.
3) It provides a self-diagnostic tool for leadership teams to assess their current AI maturity and offers recommendations for aligning intent with investment to achieve meaningful business outcomes.
Tags: AI maturity, strategic intent, AI investment, business transformation, AIM Research

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