Managed services recognized as strategic engine for AI acceleration

Managed services recognized as strategic engine for AI acceleration

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Publish Date: 2026-04-07 07:26:00

Source Domain: kpmg.com

• Over 90% of executives now view managed services as essential for advancing agency-driven artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives, according to the KPMG Managed Services Outlook Survey 2026, which analyzed data from 1,200-plus senior leaders.
• Eighty-seven percent of respondents have integrated managed services into their digital transformation plans.
• AI capability ranks as the top consideration in the selection of managed services, followed closely by overall tech proficiency, data expertise, and a strategic mindset.
• Fifty-six percent of buyers prioritize AI management as their key focus for managed services investment in the next two years, reflecting the growing emphasis on AI development.
• Cybersecurity is also a significant concern, cited by 33% of buyers, showing the intertwined need for secure AI deployment amidst digital transformation efforts.