The adoption of AI in business strategies has accelerated rapidly, with many industry leaders integrating it into their operations. A survey of over 200 top executives reveals insights into how businesses are utilizing AI and the trends they foresee for the coming year. Key factors influencing AI evaluation phases include building in-house or using open source models or providers. Strategies range from focusing on single AI offerings to diversifying with multimodal approaches. Successful leaders emphasize the importance of thoughtful planning, understanding complexities, and ensuring a clear understanding of goals and limitations when integrating AI into their operations. The AssemblyAI Insights Report provides more detailed information on these topics.