The Six Hidden AI & Digital Transformation Project Killers and How to Identify Them Before It's Too Late with Tory Bjorklund
Aug 05, 2026The Six Hidden AI & Digital Transformation Project Killers and How to Identify Them Before It's Too Late
Why So Many Projects Fail
Most AI and Digital Transformation projects don't fail because of the technology.
According to recent research, 88% of digital transformation initiatives fail to achieve their original ambitions, while a recent MIT study found that 95% of AI pilots never make it into production. The question isn't whether these initiatives are important. The question is why so many organizations struggle to deliver the business outcomes they expected.
In this Technology Executives Club® Solution Briefing, AI and Digital Transformation expert Tory Bjorklund shares six hidden project killers that quietly undermine major initiatives long before most organizations realize they have a problem.
Hidden Risks Before Projects Begin
Drawing on decades of experience leading and rescuing AI and Digital Transformation initiatives, ERP implementations, CRM projects, and other enterprise technology programs, Tory explains why these failures are often caused by decisions made long before the project ever begins. The good news is that, when identified early, most of these issues can be corrected before they become expensive delays, budget overruns, and failed implementations.
If you're currently planning, leading, or recovering an AI or Digital Transformation initiative, this Solution Briefing could help you identify hidden project risks before they become costly business problems.
➡️ Schedule Your Complimentary Project Triage Call with Tory Bjorklund HERE
Use the Code: Alex at Technology Executives Club when you talk with Tory.
What You'll Learn
During this Solution Briefing, you'll learn:
- The six hidden project killers that derail AI and Digital Transformation initiatives.
- Why many projects are already at risk before kickoff.
- The warning signs and symptoms to watch for before it's too late.
- Why technology should follow business objectives, not the other way around.
- How poor data readiness, ineffective change management, and weak project governance impact project success.
- Why organizations must become an "intelligent customer" to properly manage vendors, control costs, and improve project outcomes.
Complimentary Project Triage Call & Project Success Assessment
As part of this Technology Executives Club® Solution Briefing, Tory is offering members of our community a complimentary Project Triage Call.
How the Process Works
During this introductory discussion, Tory will learn more about your organization, your current project, or your planned initiative to determine whether his Project Success Assessment is appropriate for your situation.
If your project is a good fit, he'll also provide his comprehensive Project Success Assessment, normally valued at $497, at no cost as part of this process.
What You'll Receive
The assessment helps identify hidden project risks, strengths, and opportunities for improvement before they become costly implementation issues. You'll receive:
- A comprehensive Project Success Assessment.
- A detailed report identifying your project's strengths, risks, and potential hidden project killers.
- A practical roadmap with prioritized recommendations to improve your project's likelihood of success.
- A follow-up review session with Tory to walk through the results, answer your questions, and discuss practical next steps.
➡️ Schedule Your Complimentary Project Triage Call with Tory Bjorklund HERE
Use the Code: Alex at Technology Executives Club when you talk with Tory.
Who Should Watch This Solution Briefing?
This briefing is designed for executives and technology leaders responsible for planning, leading, or overseeing major AI and Digital Transformation initiatives, including:
- CIOs, CTOs, Chief AI Officers, and IT Directors.
- AI, Data, and Digital Transformation Leaders.
- ERP, CRM, Manufacturing Execution, Warehouse Management, and Enterprise Application Sponsors.
- CEOs and Business Executives leading strategic technology initiatives.
- Organizations preparing for, or currently executing, major technology transformation projects.
About Tory Bjorklund
Tory Bjorklund is Founder and CEO of Victoria Fide Consulting, where he helps organizations successfully plan, govern, rescue, and execute AI and Digital Transformation initiatives, including ERP, CRM, manufacturing execution, warehouse management, and other enterprise technology projects.
Drawing on decades of experience and hundreds of successful technology implementations, Tory has developed practical frameworks that help organizations identify hidden project risks before they become costly failures. His expertise spans AI and Digital Transformation strategy, project governance, organizational change management, business process improvement, vendor management, and implementation success assurance.
Ready to Get Started?
If you're responsible for an important AI or Digital Transformation initiative, don't wait until hidden project killers become expensive problems.
Schedule your complimentary Project Triage Call with Tory Bjorklund to determine whether your project is on the path to success and, if appropriate, receive his comprehensive Project Success Assessment, normally valued at $497, at no cost.
You really don't want to discover these hidden project killers after your implementation is already off track.
➡️ Schedule Your Complimentary Project Triage Call with Tory Bjorklund HERE
Use the Code: Alex at Technology Executives Club when you talk with Tory.