Business Transformation Predictions for 2026: Why the 70% Failure Rate Will Worsen

The stakes have never been higher for business transformation in 2026. Yet the data tells a sobering story: not only will 70% of transformation initiatives continue to fail, but without a fundamental shift in how companies approach change, that failure rate is likely to accelerate.

In this post, we break down eight critical predictions that will shape enterprise transformation over the next year—from the intensifying AI-induced FOMO that’s driving rushed decisions, to the widening gap between how small and large organizations adopt technology, to the coming collapse of the Big Four consulting model.

Whether you’re leading transformation at a mid-market enterprise, building a transformation practice, or designing the next generation of transformation tools, understanding these trends is essential to staying ahead.

Below, you’ll find the predictions that matter most, the data that backs them, and most importantly, the business-led approach that actually delivers results.

In this blog, we’ll cover: