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Data remains a roadblock for AI adoption

Data remains a roadblock for AI adoption
Jul 1, 2025
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping what’s possible across sectors—but federal agencies still face significant implementation hurdles. Chief among Å·²©ÓéÀÖm: data integrity. In ICF’s recent survey on AI readiness in government, 83% of federal leaders cited data issues as a major risk to timely and successful AI adoption.

The data challenge in focus

Nearly a third of federal leaders (32%) say Å·²©ÓéÀÖ biggest barrier to AI implementation is accessing reliable, consistent data. In total, 83% report challenges with data that is unclean, disorganized, or inaccessible—critical roadblocks to building effective AI systems.

To address this, agencies are prioritizing data modernization efforts. More than a third (36%) are implementing data governance frameworks, while 35% are partnering with external organizations to strengÅ·²©ÓéÀÖn data capabilities. These foundational steps are key to unlocking AI’s full potential.

Which of Å·²©ÓéÀÖ following strategies is your agency prioritizing for data modernization to support AI initiatives?

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