Cost-Effective AI: Build vs Buy vs Hybrid — Strategic Decision Framework for AI Capabilities

Key Points

• The research aims to provide a decision framework for technology leaders on whether to build, buy, or adopt hybrid approaches for AI capabilities.
• Synthesized research from 127 enterprise AI implementations
• Developed the AI Capability Sourcing Matrix (ACSM)
• Analyzed strategic investment decisions in AI
• Identified key factors influencing build vs buy decisions
• Provided actionable guidance for enterprise leaders
• Highlighted the importance of strategic alignment in AI sourcing