
IBRSiQ April 2026
In April, rising ICT costs and AI complexity drive a shift toward data-led licensing, risk-based funding, and federated governance to ensure value.

In April, rising ICT costs and AI complexity drive a shift toward data-led licensing, risk-based funding, and federated governance to ensure value.

How do you anticipate these shifts in AI pricing models will impact your organisation’s long – term software budget and vendor strategy?

Anthropic’s Claude Mythos detects critical vulnerabilities effectively, yet risks overwhelming security teams without automated patching, creating potential national security bottlenecks.

AI’s rapid evolution demands proactive governance, ‘good faith’ transparency audits, and agile workforce adaptation to secure democratic stability and economic growth.

Heavy tier 1 consultancy reliance correlates with ERP failure. Prioritise in-house leadership and SaaS models to ensure faster, cost-effective delivery.

Canva’s API ecosystem and brand governance outpace Google’s Stitch, positioning it as a robust AI platform ahead of a 2027 IPO.
Nvidia’s innovation remains unmatched, yet extreme supply bottlenecks and Taiwan-centric geopolitical risks may force U.S. allies toward Chinese AI alternatives.
Recent SaaS volatility isn’t an ‘AI apocalypse’; it’s a mix of yield-driven valuation shifts, geopolitical sovereignty risks, and evolving pricing models.
New IBRS research suggests over-reliance on Tier 1 consultants increases public sector project failure risks. Prioritising internal capability delivers better SaaS outcomes.