In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, we dive into the next evolution of AI agents — guardian agents. As part of our Top of Mind video series, Distinguished VP Analyst Daryl Plummer joins to lead us through how guardian agents are emerging as a critical tool for organizations deploying AI agents. As AI agents become more common, guardian agents will monitor, oversee and even protect against rogue AI behavior to ensure quality and security.   Dig Deeper Explore more: Capitalize on the AI Agent Opportunity https://gtnr.it/41TJHLc Gartner clients, learn to enable the delivery and ensure robu ..read more

In this episode of ThinkCast, we’re exploring Gartner’s 2025 CIO Agenda. Gartner Distinguished VP Analyst Jaime Capella shares key insights from the largest global study of CIOs, revealing how IT leaders can navigate shifting executive expectations and overcome the “curse of random success” in digital initiatives. First delivered at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo, Jaime outlines the essential steps CIOs must take to empower business technologies, strengthen cross-functional collaboration and ensure digital initiatives achieve their intended business outcomes. Dig Deeper Download: 2025 CIO Agenda htt ..read more

In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, we’re giving you a quick breakdown of agentic AI — one of our Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2025 — and the rapidly evolving world of AI agents. As part of our Top of Mind video series, Gartner Global Chief of Research Chris Howard explains what truly defines AI agents, how they can operate autonomously in both digital and physical environments, and why multiagent systems will shape the future of business.   Dig Deeper Learn More: Intelligent Agents in AI Really Can Work Alone. Here’s How. https://gtnr.it/4g04QHY Download Now: Gartner Top 10 Stra ..read more

In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, we sit down with Mick Ebeling, founder and CEO of Not Impossible Labs, an award-winning tech incubator and content studio, to explore how technology, creativity and empathy can produce real-world change. An upcoming speaker at the 2025 Gartner Data & Analytics Summit in Orlando, FL, Mick shares how his team tackles the world’s “absurdities” — problems that shouldn’t exist but persist nonetheless. From developing groundbreaking assistive technology like the EyeWriter to creating 3D-printed prosthetics, hear how leaders can harness the Not Impossible Lab ..read more

In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, we explore the challenges and opportunities around creating value with AI — especially as generative AI enters the Trough of Disillusionment. As part of our Top of Mind video series, Gartner Global Chief of Research Chris Howard is joined by Distinguished VP Analyst Rita Sallam to discuss how leaders should align investments with business priorities, manage productivity and balance risk with ambition in today’s AI environment. Dig Deeper Download: Map Your AI Use Cases https://gtnr.it/4gpTg8E  Watch Now: Top of Mind Video Series https://gtnr.it/4 ..read more

In this episode of ThinkCast, we’re sharing the unique Gartner view on how CIOs and other IT executives can set their own pace in the AI innovation races — whether it's leading the charge, following trailblazing vendors or embracing the transformative influence on employees and society. This recording, delivered by Distinguished VP Analysts Mary Mesaglio and Hung LeHong, is excerpted from the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2024 Opening Keynote in Orlando, FL. Dig Deeper Read More: Strategies for AI-Steady and AI-Accelerated Organizations https://gtnr.it/3WnYGdl  Reserve Your Spot: The Premier C ..read more

In this episode of ThinkCast, Gartner VP Analyst Gareth Herschel walks through the top five ways to scale AI initiatives using data and analytics. In a preview of the 2025 Gartner Data & Analytics Summit, Gareth breaks down actionable strategies, like aligning AI tools with the right use cases, fostering good governance and making data AI-ready. Dig Deeper Learn More: Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025 https://gtnr.it/3ZEbaPX  Download: Guide to AI-Ready Data Essentials https://gtnr.it/3B32v0g  ..read more

As generative AI continues to capture business leaders’ attention, Gartner Global Chief of Research Chris Howard explores the evolution of intelligence, including generative, machine, human, swarm and artificial intelligence. Listen in to learn the capabilities and limitations of each and why understanding this is crucial to unlock the full potential of AI and humans alike.   Dig Deeper:   Learn More: What Generative AI Means for Business https://gtnr.it/3DnGGpz   Watch Now: More Episodes of Top of Mind with Chris Howard    Download Now:  Create a Robust AI strate ..read more

In this latest episode of Gartner ThinkCast, we chat with Gartner Senior Director Analyst Tom Coshow to explore agentic AI, one of the key trends featured in the Gartner Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2025 report. Hear how AI agents are transforming industries with their ability to autonomously plan and execute tasks — and what distinguishes them from GenAI language models. Tom shares real-world examples, insights on emerging opportunities, like guardian agents and long-term memory in AI, and guidance for executive leaders looking to build secure and scalable systems.  Dig Deeper ..read more

Today, we are exploring the emerging world of digital twins — particularly twins of a customer — with Gartner Global Chief of Research Chris Howard and Gartner VP Analyst, Michelle DeClue, on the retail-consumer goods industry team and cross-practice leader on the subject. They parse out how to define a customer, what makes a digital twin and how the relationship between the two could revolutionize the customer experience — from predicted actions and reduced friction to enhanced personalized experiences. Dig Deeper Download: 2024 Emerging Tech Impact Radar https://gtnr.it/3UbiIH0  Downloa ..read more