When Indian enterprises embrace AI at scale, they’re not just adopting technology; they’re redefining global competitiveness! At GIA, we see this Capgemini study as proof that India’s corporate landscape is becoming an AI powerhouse, setting the stage for the next wave of Indian multinationals.
What is the news?
- A new Capgemini Research Institute study “AI in Action: How Gen AI and Agentic AI Redefine Business Operations” reveals that 79% of Indian executives have increased generative AI investment compared to last year, well above the global average of 62%.
- According to Indian respondents, 25% of the workforce currently interacts with AI agents in their roles, expected to reach 43% by 2026 and 58% by 2028, while one in four Indian enterprises is already using AI agents, and another 25% plan to implement agentic AI systems within the next two to three years.
Why is it interesting?
- This represents India’s leap from IT services hub to AI innovation leader. With 25% of Indian companies already using AI agents and another 25% planning adoption in 2-3 years, India is outpacing global AI implementation timelines. The 1.7x average ROI from AI investments globally becomes even more compelling when you consider India’s cost advantages and talent density.
- The strategic implications are massive – as Indian enterprises master agentic AI systems that manage complex tasks autonomously, they’re building capabilities that will make them formidable competitors in global markets.
Read more: Indian firms increase Gen AI investment to boost business value: Capgemini study – CNBC TV18