97% of executives have already deployed AI agents

Welcome, AI Professionals.

The adoption debate is over. The new question is how to manage AI, not whether to use it. Fresh reports from OpenAI and the 2026 AI Impact study show the job shifting from doing tasks with AI to supervising teams of agents that do the work. The skill that matters now is orchestration.

In Today's Briefing:

Adoption: OpenAI finds 97% of executives have deployed AI agents in the past year.

SMB growth: 70% of small businesses now use AI regularly, with 43% reporting revenue growth.

Reliability: Enterprise agents shift from probabilistic to deterministic execution in 2026.

Infrastructure: Merck and Mastercard show foundational "plumbing" is what makes AI deployment work.

Thought Leadership

AI Adoption Surge Drives Revenue Growth in Small Businesses

Discover how the 2026 AI Impact Report reveals the widespread adoption of AI among small and midsize businesses, showcasing its crucial role in enhancing productivity and driving growth.

Key Insights

Approximately 70% of small and midsize businesses (SMBs) in the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia are now utilizing AI regularly, indicating a critical shift towards mainstream adoption.
78% of US businesses report productivity improvements due to AI, and 43% have experienced revenue growth, highlighting the technology's significant impact on operational efficiency and financial performance.
Investment in AI tools is increasing, with 12% of US businesses committing to dedicated AI solutions between 2021 and 2025, and 86% of those investing in AI in 2024 planning to continue their investment into 2025.

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OpenAI: The Next Phase of Enterprise AI Adoption

OpenAI comprehensive enterprise report shows the shift from using AI for help on tasks to managing teams of AI agents. 97% of executives deployed AI agents in the past year, 52% of employees already use them, and enterprise adoption is expected to surge from 22% in 2025 to 40% by 2026.

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Key Insights

Enterprise AI adoption is accelerating, with 97% of executives reporting deployments of AI agents, signaling a shift from experimentation to operational integration.
The growth of agentic tools like Codex has increased more than fivefold since the beginning of the year, indicating a rapid evolution in AI capabilities within enterprises.
Companies must focus on deep operational integration of AI to maximize its potential, moving beyond initial trials to embed AI into core business processes.

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Case Studies

Merck and Mastercard Highlight Infrastructure's Role in AI Success

Merck's focus on foundational digital infrastructure has led to groundbreaking efficiencies in drug discovery and marketing, highlighting the critical role of 'plumbing' in AI deployment. Discover how strategic investments in technology are reshaping industry standards.

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