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Spotlight: August 10, 2026
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The Weekly Dispatch
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Michael Bernzweig, Founder, Software Oasis
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This week’s Dispatch explores how AI is moving from isolated tools to the operating layer of modern business. Mike McNeil’s device-management data shows Fleet managing two million devices in 90 countries, underscoring why open, transparent control of digital assets is now a strategic need—not just an IT task.
Jeff DeLoach’s HR insights show AI reducing HR operational costs by 30% to 70% while automating transactional work and freeing teams for higher-value decisions.
Sumner Vanderhoof’s B2B marketing research completes the picture: 85% of marketing leaders plan to increase AI spending as they automate go-to-market processes for greater scale and efficiency.
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Device Management Statistics 2026 reveal critical insights into the current state and future of device management. Mike McNeil's expertise in the field provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing organizations today.
“Fleet's growth to managing two million devices is a testament to its effective solutions.” — Mike McNeil, Expert, Fleet Device Management. The data collected by Mike McNeil across various engagements highlights the importance of open-source solutions in device management. With two million devices managed in 90 countries, Fleet Device Management underscores the growing need for transparency and control in managing digital assets.
In 2026, AI continues to redefine HR processes, offering unprecedented efficiencies. Jeff DeLoach, a leader in business process management, shares insights from his extensive experience, revealing how AI's integration into HR is transforming traditional functions.
HR is basically the poster child for something like AI and automation. — Jeff DeLoach, President and COO, CogNet. The data collected by Jeff DeLoach across various engagements highlights AI's role in HR as a driver for cost efficiency and process improvement. Companies are witnessing reductions in operational costs due to AI's ability to handle transactional HR tasks effectively. As HR functions become more automated, firms can leverage AI to achieve increased productivity and minimize errors.
Sumner Vanderhoof, an expert in AI-driven B2B marketing, shares valuable insights about the transformation of marketing strategies. His data highlights the critical role of AI in automating go-to-market motions, providing businesses with tools to enhance efficiency and scale operations.
“This presentation is really geared for stepping you through what it looks like to start your automated go-to-market journey.” — Sumner Vanderhoof, CEO, Propensity. Vanderhoof highlights that 85% of B2B marketing leaders plan to increase AI spending as of 2026, demonstrating the growing reliance on technology for competitive advantages. This shift is driven by the need to automate processes and improve efficiency.
Three shifts stand out across devices, HR, and marketing. Device management now demands visibility and control at global scale, especially as distributed fleets expand. HR is becoming AI’s proving ground for practical automation, reducing cost and friction in high-volume processes. Meanwhile, B2B marketing leaders are investing in automated go-to-market systems to make growth more repeatable.
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The 2026 playbook is simple: control the devices, streamline the work, and automate the path to market.
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