Why AI evaluations go wrong
Vendor narratives often outpace organizational readiness.
Leaders face pressure to act before fundamentals are in place.
Questions leaders should ask first
What problem are we solving.
What data supports this use case.
Who owns outcomes and risk.
How to compare vendors effectively
Favor pilots over promises.
Demand clarity on data handling.
Tie success to measurable outcomes.
What good decisions look like
Clear scope.
Defined ownership.
Exit options.