The State of Data Teams 2025: AI, self-serve, and the reality check
Blog post from Hex
In 2025, data teams are navigating a rapidly changing landscape driven by the evolution of AI, tool acquisitions, and heightened stakeholder expectations, as revealed in a comprehensive survey involving over 2,000 data professionals. Despite the excitement surrounding AI, only a small fraction of data teams prioritize its implementation due to concerns about readiness and trustworthiness, prompting a call to action for embracing AI to stay competitive. Additionally, frustrations with self-service BI solutions are prompting 70% of teams to reconsider their technology stacks, as traditional dashboard approaches fail to address the ever-evolving questions and challenges posed by stakeholders. Despite fears of AI replacing jobs, data teams are actually expanding, with 90% of respondents maintaining or increasing team size, highlighting the ongoing need for human judgment and collaboration alongside new technological tools. This survey underscores the challenges and opportunities facing data teams, emphasizing the importance of adapting to technological advancements while leveraging human expertise to drive strategic value within organizations.
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