AI technology is transitioning from "proof of concept" in laboratories to "deep cultivation" in the industrial sector. On February 26, 2026, according to Zhichacha, Lenovo Think Tank officially released the "Top Ten Trends of Enterprise AI in 2026".

The report points out that enterprise-level AI has entered a period of value creation. How to deeply integrate AI with business strategies, organizational structures, and industry ecosystems will become the core issue for corporate competition in the coming year.

Key Insights: Ten Trends Re-shaping Business Logic

Lenovo Think Tank reveals ten key development directions for the AI industry in 2026:

  • Business Model Transformation: AI agents will open up a "pay-by-result" model, where models are no longer just tools but directly deliver business value.

  • Revolution in Computing Power and Efficiency: The efficiency of computing and models continues to improve, and the computing revolution through "computing-electricity synergy" significantly reduces operational costs.

  • Physical AI Implementation: Relying on the RaaS (Robot as a Service) model, AI will move beyond screens and enter physical production areas such as factories and logistics.

  • Governance and Demand: Internal reasoning demand within enterprises will grow exponentially, while AI governance will shift from passive compliance to active construction.

  • National and Open Source: Domestic large models and open-source innovation will continue to advance, building a more independent and controllable industry ecosystem.

Lenovo's Strategy: From "Hybrid AI" to "AI Factory"

As a deep participant in the AI industry, Lenovo (Beijing) Co., Ltd. started its layout as early as 2017.

  • Hybrid AI Strategy: This strategy was proposed in 2023, emphasizing the collaboration between private and public models.

  • AI Factory: The "AI Factory" launched last year aims to provide full-stack AI solutions, standardize the AI application development process, and lower the barriers for enterprises to transform into intelligent ones.

Industry Perspective: From Efficiency to Value Creation

According to the information, Lenovo's release of this trend report aims to provide clear strategic references for enterprises amidst complex technological waves. When AI is no longer just an accessory like dial-up internet, but deeply embedded in the blood vessels of business operations like electricity, the true era of smart economy will officially begin.