Artificial intelligence (AI) is here to stay for businesses worldwide. In an environment defined by volatility, pressure for efficiency, and the need for faster decision-making, organizations in Mexico and throughout Latin America are reevaluating technology strategies with one clear premise for 2026: AI must be adapted to the business, not the other way around.
AI governance is becoming common among businesses. With massive growth in AI comes changes to process, customer experience, and operations. The full potential of AI is unlocked when AI is implemented with context and specific goals within each industry. According to RISE with SAP 2025 research, Finance teams are among the earliest and strongest adopters of AI, especially where AI supports predictive insights and decision-making rather than transactional automation.
AI is strongly associated with analytics-driven business functions, rather than isolated operational tasks. Multiple executives cite the ability to focus on data and analytics as a major benefit of moving to SAP Cloud ERP Private, enabled by embedded AI and cloud infrastructure. AI value is also tied to improved insights, scalability, and agility, not just efficiency.
Paola Becerra, president of SAP Mexico, said, “The companies that will make a difference in the coming years will not be those that simply adopt artificial intelligence, but those that integrate it intelligently and in alignment with their processes, data, and business objectives. At SAP, we firmly believe that AI must be reliable, relevant, and designed to generate real value, helping organizations innovate, grow, and adapt with agility in an increasingly dynamic environment.”
According to SAP, Personalized AI is emerging as one of the most important trends leading up to 2026. Organizations are achieving tangible gains in productivity, cost reduction, and operational efficiency, from intelligent automation of financial workflows like invoicing, to AI agents that streamline human-capital processes. Examples include up to 65% faster generation of personalized feedback and 87% reductions in interview preparation time when these technologies are applied to specific use cases.
Looking ahead to 2026, custom-tailored AI is positioned as a central enabler of resilience, innovation, and business leadership. Organizations that successfully harmonize this technology with their strategic vision will not only respond more effectively to market changes but will be better positioned to define the future of their industries.
What This Means for SAP Insiders
Strategic AI Integration Is No Longer Optional. For SAPinsiders the emphasis on contextual AI instead of generic tools means that the strategic value of AI must extend beyond pilots and proof-of-concepts into core operational workflows. The real competitive edge comes when AI models are integrated directly into systems such as ERP, finance, and HR, aligning with business logic and real-world data flows.
Tailored Solutions Drive Tangible Business Outcomes. Â These include faster personalized feedback and reduced interview preparation time when AI is tailored to specific functions. For SAP Insiders, this underscores the importance of building and promoting industry-specific and process-specific AI extensions that leverage SAP Business Technology Platform and embedded AI capabilities.
Competitive Differentiation Through Scalability and Compliance. With global companies demanding systems that can scale and adapt to local regulations, SAP’s AI offerings are continuing to evolve balancing innovation with governance and compliance. Partners and customers who prioritize scalable, compliant AI implementations will be more resilient and better positioned to lead in their sectors.
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