Build Your AI Strategy and Roadmap

Develop your AI strategy to maximize return and mitigate risks with your AI investments.

The Situation

The sheer number of AI vendors and use cases can be overwhelming, raising the risk of buying or building products that ultimately have a negative impact on organizational outcomes. We've surveyed the market to find those most likely to benefit your organization, and by quickly establishing underlying AI strategic principles, CIOs can focus exclusively on use cases that will support organizational priorities.

Build Your AI Strategy and Roadmap visualization

Our research offers multiphase guidance, templates, and tools to methodically design a rock-solid foundation for your organization’s AI approach. Use this comprehensive blueprint to build an AI strategy that embraces AI in a way that maximizes its value to your organization while effectively managing its risks.

Establish the scope of your AI strategy to develop a vision statement, strategic principles, and organization-aligned goals.
Assess AI maturity and identify use cases to draw up a candidate AI vendor list and identify challenges and risks for individual use cases.
Detail and prioritize AI use cases and align them with organizational goals and capabilities.
Develop your AI roadmap, prepare your communication approach, and present your strategy to senior management and stakeholders.

Blueprint Contents

Build Your AI Strategy and Roadmap – Phases 1-4
AI Use Case Selection Tool
AI Initiatives Prioritization and Roadmap Planning Tool
AI Maturity Assessment Tool
VP AI Job Description Template
AI Strategy and Roadmap Presentation Template

Member Testimonials

After each Info-Tech experience, we ask our members to quantify the real-time savings, monetary impact, and project improvements our research helped them achieve. See our top member experiences for this blueprint and what our clients have to say.

9.4/10

Overall Impact

$65,094

Average $ Saved

Average Days Saved

Member Testimonials
Client	AC Ocean Walk, LLC dba Ocean Casino Resort
Experience	Workshop
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	$68,000
Days Saved	16
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Workers' Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	N/A
Days Saved	2
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Queensland Treasury
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$9,000
Days Saved	5
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Shepard Exposition Services, LLC
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	$13,600
Days Saved	5
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$9,000
Days Saved	9
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Pittsburgh Water
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	N/A
Days Saved	N/A
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	University of Wyoming
Experience	Workshop
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$136K
Days Saved	50
Testimonial	100% amazing experience Denis took a group that had never done any formal use cases, prioritization or governance at this level and built the bicyc... 100% amazing experience Denis took a group that had never done any formal use cases, prioritization or governance at this level and built the bicycle and taught us how to ride it. We had a huge task ahead of us that we were unsure how we would get done, and we're well over 2/3 of the way done in 4 days.

Member Testimonials
Client	PGA TOUR Superstore
Experience	Workshop
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	$29,920
Days Saved	5
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	University of Maribor
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$3,179
Days Saved	5
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Osage Casinos
Experience	Workshop
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$47,600
Days Saved	32
Testimonial	The four-day AI Strategic Workshop delivered exceptional value to our organization. Manish Jain our workshop facilitator, did far more than educate... The four-day AI Strategic Workshop delivered exceptional value to our organization. Manish Jain our workshop facilitator, did far more than educate, he challenged our thinking, corrected misconceptions, and kept our executive team focused on strategic application rather than hype. What stood out most was the ability to level-set a diverse leadership group (CEO, CFO, COO, CHRO, Gaming Ops, F&B, Hotel, IT) around what AI is, what it is not, and where it truly creates enterprise value. They clearly differentiated LLMs versus Agents and guided us toward high-impact, governance-aligned use cases instead of scattered experimentation. The use cases we identified are 100% aligned with our broader digital strategy and reinforce our commitment to building a cohesive digital ecosystem across gaming, hospitality, and corporate operations. The workshop did not feel theoretical, it resulted in a practical roadmap including governance structure, AI Center of Excellence direction, literacy planning, and prioritized initiatives. Manish struck the perfect balance of structure and flexibility. He challenged assumptions, kept us grounded in risk and compliance considerations, and ensured executive-level strategic thinking throughout. This engagement accelerated our AI maturity significantly and positioned us to move forward confidently and responsibly.

Member Testimonials
Client	Seneca Gaming Corporation
Experience	Workshop
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$272K
Days Saved	80
Testimonial	Already submitted. Best part is get easy win/easy implementation prior to setting up governance. Excellent workshop Already submitted. Best part is get easy win/easy implementation prior to setting up governance. Excellent workshop

Member Testimonials
Client	Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
Experience	Workshop
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	N/A
Days Saved	5
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Seminole Hard Rock Support Services
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$74,800
Days Saved	50
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Industrial Commission of Ohio
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	$2,720
Days Saved	2
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	University Of North Dakota
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	$2,720
Days Saved	2
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$23,500
Days Saved	5
Testimonial	Abbas was great to work with. He always provided a summary of our conversation afterwards, and took time to develop additional documentation over a... Abbas was great to work with. He always provided a summary of our conversation afterwards, and took time to develop additional documentation over and above of the blueprints.

Member Testimonials
Client	Plannera
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$40,000
Days Saved	20
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	University of Southern Indiana
Experience	Workshop
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$13,600
Days Saved	5
Testimonial	Increased collaboration between our areas was very beneficial in getting ideas developed. Additionally, creating the direction for maturation of th... Increased collaboration between our areas was very beneficial in getting ideas developed. Additionally, creating the direction for maturation of the AI Governance function was highly important as part of this engagement. We now have an established process through which to onboard and evaluate new AI initiatives.

Member Testimonials
Client	Minto Corporate Services Inc.
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	5/10
$ Saved	$2,000
Days Saved	2
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc.
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$29,920
Days Saved	10
Testimonial	Tailoring the blueprints to my organization's needs will help streamline our process. Tailoring the blueprints to my organization's needs will help streamline our process.

Member Testimonials
Client	Oregon Water Resources Department
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	N/A
Days Saved	N/A
Testimonial	Altaz did an executive presentation on AI in 30 min with a demo and high-level presentation. They were all impressed, and I could see their interes... Altaz did an executive presentation on AI in 30 min with a demo and high-level presentation. They were all impressed, and I could see their interest arise. Will be taking more of Altaz's help. Thanks Altaz

Member Testimonials
Client	Courageous Business Culture Inc
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	$1,800
Days Saved	6
Testimonial	The best is the range of your experience. The best is the range of your experience.

Member Testimonials
Client	Covius Services, LLC
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$34,000
Days Saved	20
Testimonial	Best - Altaz's presentation and the information shared was excellent. Worst - Certain Covius attendees had not read a word of the previously sha... Best - Altaz's presentation and the information shared was excellent. Worst - Certain Covius attendees had not read a word of the previously shared information and asked irrelevant questions.

Member Testimonials
Client	City of Wetaskiwin
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$40,000
Days Saved	20
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Pittsburgh Pirates
Experience	Workshop
Impact	9/10
$ Saved	$13,600
Days Saved	10
Testimonial	Areez had a well laid out plan and moved quickly through the process, but covered the topics well. Areez had a well laid out plan and moved quickly through the process, but covered the topics well.

Member Testimonials
Client	BK GROUP PLC
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$40,800
Days Saved	90
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Encore Electric
Experience	Workshop
Impact	8/10
$ Saved	$13,600
Days Saved	10
Testimonial	Areez was an excellent facilitator and Encore was left with a clear action plan to try out Generative AI on 5 important use cases. Areez was an excellent facilitator and Encore was left with a clear action plan to try out Generative AI on 5 important use cases.

Member Testimonials
Client	Wise Foods Inc
Experience	Workshop
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$1.36M
Days Saved	50
Testimonial	Best: Very good comments of the workshop. Worst: Nothing really. Best: Very good comments of the workshop. Worst: Nothing really.

Member Testimonials
Client	Garfield County IT
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	10/10
$ Saved	$2,584
Days Saved	5
Testimonial	Bill's presentation was informative and provided suggestions for moving forward with our AI strategy. Bill's presentation was informative and provided suggestions for moving forward with our AI strategy.

Member Testimonials
Client	UniSuper
Experience	Guided Implementation
Impact	7/10
$ Saved	$9,000
Days Saved	5
Testimonial

Member Testimonials
Client	Experience	Impact	$ Saved	Days Saved	Testimonial
AC Ocean Walk, LLC dba Ocean Casino Resort	Workshop	9/10	$68,000	16
Workers' Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau	Guided Implementation	9/10	N/A	2
Queensland Treasury	Guided Implementation	10/10	$9,000	5
Shepard Exposition Services, LLC	Guided Implementation	9/10	$13,600	5
Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission	Guided Implementation	10/10	$9,000	9
Pittsburgh Water	Guided Implementation	9/10	N/A	N/A
University of Wyoming	Workshop	10/10	$136K	50	100% amazing experience Denis took a group that had never done any formal use cases, prioritization or governance at this level and built the bicyc... 100% amazing experience Denis took a group that had never done any formal use cases, prioritization or governance at this level and built the bicycle and taught us how to ride it. We had a huge task ahead of us that we were unsure how we would get done, and we're well over 2/3 of the way done in 4 days.
PGA TOUR Superstore	Workshop	9/10	$29,920	5
University of Maribor	Guided Implementation	10/10	$3,179	5
Osage Casinos	Workshop	10/10	$47,600	32	The four-day AI Strategic Workshop delivered exceptional value to our organization. Manish Jain our workshop facilitator, did far more than educate... The four-day AI Strategic Workshop delivered exceptional value to our organization. Manish Jain our workshop facilitator, did far more than educate, he challenged our thinking, corrected misconceptions, and kept our executive team focused on strategic application rather than hype. What stood out most was the ability to level-set a diverse leadership group (CEO, CFO, COO, CHRO, Gaming Ops, F&B, Hotel, IT) around what AI is, what it is not, and where it truly creates enterprise value. They clearly differentiated LLMs versus Agents and guided us toward high-impact, governance-aligned use cases instead of scattered experimentation. The use cases we identified are 100% aligned with our broader digital strategy and reinforce our commitment to building a cohesive digital ecosystem across gaming, hospitality, and corporate operations. The workshop did not feel theoretical, it resulted in a practical roadmap including governance structure, AI Center of Excellence direction, literacy planning, and prioritized initiatives. Manish struck the perfect balance of structure and flexibility. He challenged assumptions, kept us grounded in risk and compliance considerations, and ensured executive-level strategic thinking throughout. This engagement accelerated our AI maturity significantly and positioned us to move forward confidently and responsibly.
Seneca Gaming Corporation	Workshop	10/10	$272K	80	Already submitted. Best part is get easy win/easy implementation prior to setting up governance. Excellent workshop Already submitted. Best part is get easy win/easy implementation prior to setting up governance. Excellent workshop
Kentucky Public Pensions Authority	Workshop	9/10	N/A	5
Seminole Hard Rock Support Services	Guided Implementation	10/10	$74,800	50
Industrial Commission of Ohio	Guided Implementation	9/10	$2,720	2
University Of North Dakota	Guided Implementation	9/10	$2,720	2
Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission	Guided Implementation	10/10	$23,500	5	Abbas was great to work with. He always provided a summary of our conversation afterwards, and took time to develop additional documentation over a... Abbas was great to work with. He always provided a summary of our conversation afterwards, and took time to develop additional documentation over and above of the blueprints.
Plannera	Guided Implementation	10/10	$40,000	20
University of Southern Indiana	Workshop	10/10	$13,600	5	Increased collaboration between our areas was very beneficial in getting ideas developed. Additionally, creating the direction for maturation of th... Increased collaboration between our areas was very beneficial in getting ideas developed. Additionally, creating the direction for maturation of the AI Governance function was highly important as part of this engagement. We now have an established process through which to onboard and evaluate new AI initiatives.
Minto Corporate Services Inc.	Guided Implementation	5/10	$2,000	2
Guide Dogs for the Blind Inc.	Guided Implementation	10/10	$29,920	10	Tailoring the blueprints to my organization's needs will help streamline our process. Tailoring the blueprints to my organization's needs will help streamline our process.
Oregon Water Resources Department	Guided Implementation	10/10	N/A	N/A	Altaz did an executive presentation on AI in 30 min with a demo and high-level presentation. They were all impressed, and I could see their interes... Altaz did an executive presentation on AI in 30 min with a demo and high-level presentation. They were all impressed, and I could see their interest arise. Will be taking more of Altaz's help. Thanks Altaz
Courageous Business Culture Inc	Guided Implementation	9/10	$1,800	6	The best is the range of your experience. The best is the range of your experience.
Covius Services, LLC	Guided Implementation	10/10	$34,000	20	Best - Altaz's presentation and the information shared was excellent. Worst - Certain Covius attendees had not read a word of the previously sha... Best - Altaz's presentation and the information shared was excellent. Worst - Certain Covius attendees had not read a word of the previously shared information and asked irrelevant questions.
City of Wetaskiwin	Guided Implementation	10/10	$40,000	20
Pittsburgh Pirates	Workshop	9/10	$13,600	10	Areez had a well laid out plan and moved quickly through the process, but covered the topics well. Areez had a well laid out plan and moved quickly through the process, but covered the topics well.
BK GROUP PLC	Guided Implementation	10/10	$40,800	90
Encore Electric	Workshop	8/10	$13,600	10	Areez was an excellent facilitator and Encore was left with a clear action plan to try out Generative AI on 5 important use cases. Areez was an excellent facilitator and Encore was left with a clear action plan to try out Generative AI on 5 important use cases.
Wise Foods Inc	Workshop	10/10	$1.36M	50	Best: Very good comments of the workshop. Worst: Nothing really. Best: Very good comments of the workshop. Worst: Nothing really.
Garfield County IT	Guided Implementation	10/10	$2,584	5	Bill's presentation was informative and provided suggestions for moving forward with our AI strategy. Bill's presentation was informative and provided suggestions for moving forward with our AI strategy.
UniSuper	Guided Implementation	7/10	$9,000	5

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