Why do 70% of transformations fail? (And how the top 15% succeed) 📉

In 2026, everyone has the same AI tools, but not everyone has the same results. As Rick Catalano points out, of the 8 critical pillars for transformation success, only one is technical. The rest are human, structural, and disciplined. This breakdown explores the framework required to move from the "70% failure" majority to the "85% success" elite: Beyond the Code: Why Executive Sponsorship and Business Ownership are the true engines of transformation. The Discipline Gap: How Clear Governance and Benefits Focus prevent "pilot purgatory." The Human Element: Using Servant Leadership and Change Management to turn organizational friction into momentum. The Value Anchor: Why Data Quality and validation are the non-negotiables of the AI era.