AI Project Failure and Recovery: Top News Headlines with Tory Bjorklund | March 2026

AI Project Failure and Recovery: Top News Headlines with Tory Bjorklund | Technology Executives Review® March 2026

Most AI projects don’t fail because of the technology. They fail because of execution.

In this special segment from the Technology Executives Review® March 2026 Edition, Alex Jarett is joined by Tory Bjorklund for a focused discussion on AI project failure, recovery, and what organizations must do to improve outcomes.

Using real-world headlines as a starting point, this segment breaks down why large-scale AI and software initiatives often fall short, and how Technology Leaders can take a more disciplined, practical approach to execution.

Key Takeaways:
• Why “big bang” AI transformations create unnecessary risk and often fail
• How starting with a focused use case leads to better outcomes and faster ROI
• Why poor implementation, not software capability, is the root cause of many failures
• Where governance gaps are creating real risk as AI adoption accelerates
• How organizations can recover underperforming projects and realign for success

The discussion includes analysis of recent high-profile project failures and industry developments, along with practical insights drawn from hands-on experience in project recovery and success assurance.

This segment also explores broader trends, including the impact of AI on workforce decisions, the challenges of governance in rapidly evolving environments, and the shift from AI hype toward accountability and measurable results.

This session provides a clear, grounded look at why AI projects fail, and how Technology Leaders and Tech Business Leaders can take action to improve execution, reduce risk, and drive measurable outcomes.

Hosted by:
Alex Jarett
Founder, Technology Executives Club®

Guest Analyst and Board of Advisor Member:
Tory Bjorklund, Founder, Victoria Fide Consulting

Learn more about Tory on his Board of Advisor page here.

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