Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption continues to grow globally, but a new report from Hitachi Vantara reveals that organisations face significant challenges in managing data infrastructure effectively.

The 2024 global study, based on insights from 1,200 IT decision-makers across 15 countries, highlights concerns about data quality, security, sustainability, and the complexities of hybrid environments. While IT leaders acknowledge the importance of high-quality data in driving AI success, many are failing to prioritise it in practice.