The promise of intelligent automation is transforming how businesses operate, yet countless organizations are discovering that their multi-million-dollar AI initiatives never deliver expected results. According to recent industry research, over 40% of enterprise AI projects will be abandoned by 2027, with companies losing substantial investments—often exceeding $500,000—due to preventable implementation

Modern procurement departments face unprecedented pressure to identify, evaluate, and acquire intelligent systems that deliver measurable business outcomes. Meanwhile, the technology landscape continues evolving rapidly, introducing sophisticated autonomous capabilities that promise to transform organizational operations fundamentally. For enterprise buyers, developing a comprehensive enterprise AI procurement guide becomes essential when navigating complex vendor