Forum Ventures Report Highlights Rise of AI Agents in Enterprises

Forum Ventures has published a new report, "2024: The Rise of Agentic AI in the Enterprise," examining the adoption of AI agents within U.S. enterprises. The report is based on a survey of 100 senior IT decision-makers and interviews with AI experts.

AI agents, defined as LLM-powered systems capable of executing complex tasks without human intervention, are creating a shift in enterprise technology. Nearly half of the surveyed enterprises are beginning to adopt these systems, with an additional third exploring options.

The report identifies key challenges such as trust, security, and performance. It emphasizes a need for startups to demonstrate data privacy, transparency, and reliability. A mixed strategy, combining in-house and third-party AI solutions, is preferred by 63% of executives to leverage innovation while retaining control.

The report offers strategic guidance for both startups and enterprises, underscoring trust-building and measured implementation. It serves as a resource for understanding the impact of AI agents in the enterprise landscape.