Software development and tech services in the cross-hairs as AI marches on
What's happening
McKinsey says enterprise AI is finally 'on the road to ROI' in 2026, signaling rising AI investment even as reported earnings impact stays flat, according to The Register headline. HackerNews and McKinsey both frame 2026 as a pivotal year for AI moving toward returns. Separately, Forrester warns that software development and tech services face disruption as AI advances, putting long-established tech activity in the cross-hairs.
Why it's trending
Because multiple major analysts and outlets (McKinsey, Forrester, The Register) are publishing aligned warnings and progress reports that shift the conversation from experimentation to enterprise impact.
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Original sources4
- McKinsey says enterprise AI is finally 'on the road to ROI'
Fasten your seatbelt and empty that bladder: AI investment is rising, but reported enterprise earnings impact remains stubbornly flat
The RegisterAug 25 - The state of AI in 2026: On the road to ROIHackerNewsAug 25
- The state of AI in 2026: On the road to ROIMcKinsey & CompanyAug 25
- Software development and tech services in the cross-hairs as AI marches on
Forrester warns of disruption to long-established tech activity
The RegisterAug 20
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