Making Decisions About AI Adoption

Firms express cautious optimism about artificial intelligence tools in a recent survey.
Reported by PLANADVISER staff

A recent survey finds that, while many financial services company see value in adopting artificial intelligence tools, many are still waiting for the technology to evolve further before fully committing to adoption and implementation. The Broadridge 2025 Digital Transformation & Next-Gen Technology Study, of more than 500 financial services technology and operations leaders, offers a snapshot of how firms are approaching AI decisionmaking, expectations for return on investment and barriers they face to adoption.


Primary Reason for Implementing GenAI Tools

  • Cost reduction/greater efficiency
  • Improve customer experience
  • Improve employee experience
  • Product differentiation
  • Competitors' investment
  • Improve accessibilty

Expected Time for Payback on GenAI Investment

  • 5+ years
  • 3 – 4 years
  • 1 – 2 years
  • 6 months
  • We are already seeing the benefits

What is Preventing Your Firm From Adopting GenAI?

Waiting for the technology to become more mature
57%
Lack of confidence in ROI
42%
Regulatory constraints/internal policy restrictions
28%
Source: Broadridge 2025 Digital Transformation & Next-Gen Technology Study

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