The State of IT Modernization in 2026

A visual snapshot of what’s working, what’s stalling, and what separates modernization leaders from the rest.

The Execution Gap is Real

Modernization initiatives are accelerating, but so is the execution gap. This infographic highlights key findings from Ensono’s 2026 State of IT Modernization survey, revealing that 71% of enterprises exceeded their modernization budget and 61% paused, scaled back, or abandoned initiatives entirely.

The difference between success and failure isn’t technology. It’s execution discipline.

What You’ll Learn

• How many modernization initiatives stall, and the business impact when they do

• Why AI has become the #1 pressure driving modernization

• The cost of delays on AI readiness

• Why 78% of IT leaders say legacy systems matter more today than two years ago

• How leading organizations view legacy as a foundation, not an obstacle

• The visibility, measurement, and partnership patterns that separate top performers