AI and automation can transform your business—but only if your data is ready. Too often, organizations chase shiny tools without building a data-first culture to support them. Discover why clean, reliable data is the true foundation of innovation and how to get it right.

The 2025 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) offers one of the industry’s most comprehensive views of today’s cyber threat landscape. While the report provides valuable data across all sectors and company sizes, small and midsize businesses (SMBs) often face unique challenges that require tailored interpretation and strategy. At Pelican3, we go beyond summarizing the DBIR. Our analysis integrates insights from complementary research sources to deliver a SMB-relevant perspective.

This blog explores what an AI strategy entails, why it is essential, critical considerations, and the risks of neglecting one.