CIO Playbook 2025 – It’s Time for AI-nomics

It’s been one year since the last CIO Playbook, and Lenovo has again commissioned IDC to conduct a study to understand how organizations globally have fared with their artificial intelligence (AI) journeys. This ebook draws insights from custom research, surveying 900 IT and business decision-makers from mid-to-large organizations in Asia/Pacific including Japan (APJ).

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The research highlights the shifting priorities of APJ enterprises, which are now focusing on business outcomes rather than just the AI technology itself. APJ enterprises increasingly recognize and prioritize the transformative impact of AI. The research found that there will be a notable shift in AI spending toward generative AI (GenAI) in 2025, and a greater focus on back-office/operational AI use cases, particularly in IT, where organizations have seen the most success so far. Expectations are high and businesses aren’t just looking for financial returns — expecting an average 3.6x* return in APJ — but also the operational and productivity benefits that come with successful AI implementation.

Investment Priorities for the Next Wave of AI Implementation

This ebook delves into key foundational areas for AI success such as data, governance/compliance, digital infrastructure, and edge devices, which organizations have identified as investment priorities to fuel the next wave of AI implementation. These investments are crucial for building scalable AI solutions that can deliver measurable business outcomes.