• A Dell Technologies-sponsored study of 215 municipalities found average AI maturity of 50 out of 100, highlighting barriers to citywide deployment.
• Leading cities achieve average AI returns of 99%, recouping costs within 38 months through disciplined implementation tied to measurable public outcomes.
• Other cities average 42% returns, with costs recovered over 49 months.
• Unexpected and long-term costs challenge 84% of cities; 81% struggle to justify projected returns.
• Fragmented data and legacy systems constrain 76% of municipalities; 82% face shortages of specialized AI talent and technical skills.

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