Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformative potential, but only when applied to the right problem, with the right planning. Global AI investment is projected to reach AU$980 billion annually by 2028, yet 80% of today’s AI projects fail. This is a practical resource to help decision makers identify AI projects that are more likely to succeed and deliver value.

Without a structured, systems-based approach, organisations risk investing in solutions that lack clear value, underestimate data needs, or overlook ethical and operational risks.

Inside this guide you'll find:

• an AI investment decision checklist to structure early thinking
• key questions to assess if AI is the right fit for the problem at hand
• guidance on evaluating feasibility, data readiness, and delivery risks
• prompts to identify ethical and social considerations early in the process
• a step-by-step process for comparing and prioritising AI project ideas.

Use this guide to make confident, evidence-based AI investment decisions.