Most enterprises treat AI implementation as a procurement problem. They evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts, and deploy solutions. But this transactional approach misses a fundamental truth: successful AI implementation isn’t just about buying technology—it’s about orchestrating an ecosystem.

The companies winning with AI understand that implementation requires a web of relationships extending far beyond traditional vendor partnerships. They are building networks that include universities, regulatory bodies, ethicists, suppliers, and even customers. They recognize that in an environment in which AI capabilities evolve monthly, isolated implementation is a recipe for obsolescence.

This article draws on insights from our forthcoming book, Reimagining Government (Faisal Hoque, Erik Nelson

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