Innovation

Teneo collected survey data for a four-week period beginning November 9, 2022. Two days later, FTX filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S.¹ While it is unclear how these headlines may have influenced responses, investors clearly demonstrate a growing expectation for companies to invest in and adopt emerging technologies (Figure 7). CEOs, on the other hand, are indicating a much more measured approach, particularly with regard to the metaverse and cryptocurrency.

Question: Which of the following technologies is your company actively investing in / has your company already adopted?

Investors expect CEOs to embrace a wide range of disruptive technologies; however, CEOs are taking a more conservative approach.

Investment in AI is one area of strong alignment between CEOs and investors. Enthusiasm around AI continues, with 48% of companies having already adopted AI into their operating models and 58% actively investing in additional capabilities (Figure 8).

Question: Which of the following technologies is your company actively investing in / has your company already adopted?