Report: The State of AI in Platform Engineering 2026

The State of AI in Platform Engineering 2026 report examines how AI-driven and agentic development are affecting software delivery, platform operations, infrastructure investment, and organizational strategy. Drawing on survey data and perspectives from platform engineering leaders, it evaluates whether faster development output is producing measurable business value and return on investment. The report also explores how platform teams are adapting to support AI-enabled development, the approaches used by leading organizations, the areas where AI is delivering value or exposing gaps, and the priorities and challenges shaping platform engineering in the coming year.

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