AI is transforming faster than leaders can rewrite their strategies, and staying ahead requires a new kind of clarity. So how do you move beyond experimentation and hype to build AI that truly delivers business value?

In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, Gartner Director Analyst Deepak Seth joins to explore what's next in AI implementation, including what comes after AI agents. He'll break down where AI really sits on the Gartner Hype Cycle today, why organizations struggle to operationalize new capabilities, and how leaders can stay grounded while still planning for a rapidly shifting future.

Tune in to discover:

How to overcome the most common implementation pitfalls
Why value from AI is a journey, not an overnight return
How to make forward-looking decisions without falling into "wait and see" paralysis
Why AI agents won't define the long-term future of enterprise AI
What bold predictions could reshape the next decade

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The Future of AI Implementation: What's After AI Agents?