Agentic AI Readiness: The Gap Between Hype and Reality

High-tech leaders are under pressure to lead the AI revolution, but most are building on shaky ground. While companies race to deploy advanced AI capabilities, the reality is stark: the majority are missing the foundational infrastructure required to make AI actually work.

The result? Massive investment, minimal return, and growing risk to customer trust in industries where precision and reliability are non-negotiable.

This exclusive research from Alvarez & Marsal and Lucidworks reveals what’s really happening behind the scenes, and what separates companies that s쳮d with Agentic AI from those that stall.

If you’re in software, semiconductors, or cybersecurity, this is your blueprint for avoiding costly missteps and building AI that actually delivers value.

What You’ll Learn in This eBook

• Why 95% of GenAI projects fail to deliver ROI, and how to avoid becoming one of them
• The real readiness gap: only ~35% of companies meet minimum requirements for Agentic AI success
• How “AI washing” is diluting innovation and misleading buyers
• Why chasing advanced AI before mastering basics is a losing strategy
• The 3 critical pillars of AI readiness: Data Foundations, Capabilities, and Execution
• How cybersecurity and semiconductor leaders are applying Agentic AI today
• The hidden risks of poor infrastructure: accuracy failures, security gaps, and lost trust
• A practical framework to benchmark your AI maturity and prioritize investments

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The AI race is already underway, and most companies are falling behind without even realizing it. Every delay increases your risk of wasted spend, failed initiatives, and lost competitive ground.

Don’t build AI on a weak foundation. Get the insights, benchmarks, and strategic framework you need to lead with confidence.

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