Flexera 2026 State of ITAM Report: How leaders are balancing AI cost optimization and governance

Flexera’s newly-released 2026 State of ITAM Report reveals a growing disconnect: Organizations are investing heavily in AI tools, yet many lack the visibility and governance needed to manage them effectively. This tension creates a new challenge, and IT leaders are asking themselves: How do we govern AI usage without slowing innovation and limiting ROI? Below, we break down the key AI-specific findings shaping enterprise ITAM strategies today.