Concerns about loss of control (60%) continue to slow AI adoption.

70% of sysadmins are actively seeking AI-related training.

Concerns about AI's accuracy (79%) continue to slow adoption.

Current implementation trends show AI operational use expanding in troubleshooting (41%) and log analysis (35%).

More sensitive functions remain largely untouched by AI implementation, such as SSO/password management (2%) and file management (5%).

20% of AI implementations have caused operational disruptions.

Only 22% of sysadmins say their organizations require AI use. This is up from 18% in 2024.

As AI usage expands, reports of AI falling short include troubleshooting (30%) and log analysis (12%).

45% of sysadmins now know how to use AI. This is up from 34% last year.

Concerns about security risks (78%) continue to slow AI adoption.

The majority (73%) of sysadmins still report no requirement for AI use within their organisations.

Current implementation trends show AI operational use expanding in troubleshooting (41%) and log analysis (35%).