Navigating the AI Revolution in Finance

As the pace of AI adoption accelerates across industries, finance emerges as a core area ripe for transformation.

This report by Criticaleye Partner AlixPartners outlines how AI has shifted from an experimental tool to a strategic imperative, with financial functions now leveraging AI for greater efficiency, insight and strategic value.

Though many executives view finance as a challenging domain for AI due to concerns around complexity and compliance, the potential for AI to revolutionise finance operations and contribute directly to growth is becoming increasingly clear.

Key takeaways Include:

47 percent of the fastest-growing companies in the survey said finance is a major focus of their AI investments, compared with 37 percent overall
53 percent ranked finance as a major focus of AI strategic focus and investment
When AI is applied to finance, the function can become a much more effective strategic partner for the business

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