As an AI strategist who has guided countless organizations across Lebanon and the wider MENA region, I’ve witnessed the transformative power of artificial intelligence firsthand. Yet, there’s a stark reality that often gets overshadowed by the initial excitement: most AI projects, after a promising pilot, never make it to full-scale production. The statistics vary, but the consensus is grim – upwards of 80% of AI initiatives fail to deliver sustained value at scale.
This isn't about technical inability; our region boasts incredible talent. It’s about a disconnect between the enthusiasm for experimentation and the rigorous discipline required for enterprise-grade deployment. It’s about mistaking a successful proof-of-concept for a ready-to-deploy
