Private Companies Recognize AI's Potential, Yet Adoption Remains Limited

Citrin Cooperman's 2nd Annual Private Company Performance Report Also Finds Planning Gaps in ERP and Data Initiatives

NEW YORK, June 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Citrin Cooperman has released its 2^nd Annual Private Company Performance Report, providing insight into how more than 1,000 privately held middle-market companies are navigating today's volatile business environment.

The report surveyed leaders of closely held, family-owned, and Private Equity / Venture Capital backed business with revenues between $10 million and $1 Billion. It offers a candid look at how companies are approaching technology transformation, workforce strategy, financial health, and long-term planning.

Key Takeaways:

• AI's Ubiquity vs. Adoption Gap
  • 71% identified AI as the most impactful technology over the past three years, but only 7% report mature adoption.
    
    
• Accelerated Exit Planning
  • 50% of companies are actively considering a sale within the next three years.
    
    
• ERP Investment vs. Execution Challenges
  • While 95% of companies upgraded their ERP systems in the last five years, 63% wish they invested more in upfront planning, training and user engagement.
    
    
• Data Confidence Trails Behind System Integration
  • Although 80% say their systems are well-integrated, only 25% fully trust the accuracy and security of their data.

"While private companies clearly recognize the transformative potential of AI, there remains a significant gap between recognition and adoption," said Alan Badey, CEO of Citrin Cooperman. "This highlights the need for a more strategic approach to technology implementation, which is crucial for companies to fully embrace AI and other advanced technologies to drive growth and foster innovation."

Access the Full Report:

The complete 2025 Private Company Performance Report is available on the Citrin Cooperman website.

About Citrin Cooperman:

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