Productivity ROI
Input: number of knowledge workers, average hours per week on AI-augmentable tasks, expected time savings percentage (benchmark: 25-40%). Formula: Workers × Hours × Savings% × Hourly Cost × 52 weeks.
Cost Avoidance ROI
Input: current number of AI subscriptions, per-seat costs, estimated shadow AI usage. Formula: consolidation savings + shadow AI risk prevention (breach probability × average breach cost).
Governance ROI
Input: regulatory exposure, current compliance gaps, audit preparation time. Formula: fine avoidance probability × potential fine + audit time savings × hourly cost + insurance premium reduction.
Total ROI Projection
Combine all dimensions for total projected ROI. Typical enterprise results: 3-8x ROI in year one, rising to 5-12x by year two as adoption increases. Break-even typically occurs within 45-60 days.
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