Finance AI Strategy: What I’d Do Differently

In 2026, finance AI strategy isn’t about owning the coolest model—it’s about measurable business outcomes. Start with governance and data readiness, pick high-ROI workflows (AP, fraud, forecasting, reporting), combine Generative AI (the “brain”) with RPA (the “muscle”), and measure ROI with outcome metrics (not vanity metrics). Expect skills gaps; many teams will use outsourced services to move faster, but you still need change management to make AI adoption stick.