Enterprise AI projects are failing at alarming rates. Despite massive investments, most organizations struggle to move from proof-of-concept to production-scale success.
The problem isn’t the technology—it’s the approach.
Join Forrester Principal Analyst Mike Gualtieri, Forrester Senior Consultant, Luca Song, and Anaconda Field CTO Steve Croce as they reveal why some enterprises are thriving with AI while others remain stuck. You’ll discover the real barriers blocking AI success and the practical strategies that are delivering measurable results.
Key Takeaways:
The 3 critical mistakes that doom AI projects before they start
How to balance innovation speed with enterprise security requirements
The unified platform approach that eliminates AI toolchain fragmentation
Why curated open source beats DIY for production-ready AI at scale
Whether you’re a data leader frustrated by slow progress, an IT executive balancing innovation with security, or a business leader demanding AI results, this session provides the clarity you need to move forward with confidence.
Meet Our Speakers

Steve Croce
Field CTO, Anaconda
Steve Croce is the Field Chief Technology Officer at Anaconda, where he bridges technical innovation with customer success for the world’s leading Python platform for AI and data science. With over 20 years in the tech industry, he combines deep product strategy expertise with customer-facing technical leadership to drive transformative outcomes for Anaconda’s 50 million users and thousands of enterprise customers.

Mike Gualtieri
VP, Principal Analyst, Forrester
Mike’s research focuses on AI technologies, platforms, and practices that enable technology professionals to deliver applications that lead to prescient digital experiences and breakthrough operational efficiency. His key technology coverage areas are AI and emerging technologies that make software faster, smarter, and transformative for global enterprises and organizations.

Luca Son
Senior Consultant, Forrester
Luca Son is a senior consultant with Forrester’s Total Economic Impact™ (TEI) practice. In this role, Luca partners with leading global technology firms to quantify and communicate the business value of emerging and enterprise-grade technology investments. He specializes in producing rigorous, data-driven case studies and ROI analyses that support technology buyers in making informed decisions.