# Global IT transformation and AI integration trends > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/global-it-transformation-and-ai-integration-trends > Updated: 2026-08-20T08:25:00.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. A 2026 study by Natuvion and NTT Data Business Solutions, surveying over 1,100 international executives and IT specialists, highlights the increasing complexity of global IT transformation projects. The research indicates that digital migrations are frequently unpredictable, with only one in four projects proceeding according to their original plan. Consequently, 71% of companies must adjust their migration methodologies during the project lifecycle. Artificial intelligence has emerged as a central driver and tool in these processes. Approximately 60% of executives cite the introduction of modern technologies like AI as a primary reason for undergoing transformations. Currently, 76% of companies are actively utilizing AI throughout the transformation lifecycle. Specific applications include technical analysis and implementation (63%), data quality and migration (60%), and strategic planning (56%). Management objectives for these large-scale migrations primarily focus on increasing innovation capabilities (46%) and enhancing organizational flexibility (42%). To ensure success, respondents identified transformation expertise, data transparency, and team continuity as critical success factors. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-20: Natuvion and NTT Data study: AI drives IT transformations A study by Natuvion and NTT Data Business Solutions shows that 76% of companies use AI during IT transformations, though 71% must adjust their migration strategies mid-project. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/it-transformation-study-2026-ai-usage-rises-as-migration-plans-shift ### 2026-07-27: Natuvion study says AI drives faster, cheaper IT transformations Natuvion and NDBS report that AI can cut costs and time in IT transformations, which now average two years, €5‑20 M, and require migration‑method changes in 71 % of projects. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/natuvion-study-says-ai-drives-faster-cheaper-it-transformations --- Cite as: Global IT transformation and AI integration trends. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/global-it-transformation-and-ai-integration-trends