Written by Martin Hulbert, Chief Technology Officer, Ignite Technology

For years, automation has been about efficiency; reducing manual tasks, streamlining workflows, and cutting costs. But the game has changed, highlighted by Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) naming Broadcom Automation a “Value Leader” in its 2025 EMA Radar for Workload Automation and Orchestration.

Being a value leader and pioneer in agentic AI isn’t just an industry accolade, it’s a signal of where automation is headed. And it’s a future that every enterprise needs to prepare for.

“Being a value leader and pioneer in agentic AI isn’t just an industry
accolade, it’s a signal of where automation is headed.”

What Makes Agentic AI Different?

Traditional automation follows rules. It executes predefined tasks, but it doesn’t think. Agentic AI changes that, it introduces autonomy and decision-making into automation workflows, enabling systems to adapt dynamically to changing conditions without constant human intervention.

This isn’t incremental improvement, it’s a paradigm shift. Imagine automation that doesn’t just do what you tell it, but understands context, evaluates options, and acts intelligently – that’s the promise of agentic AI.

“Agentic AI… introduces autonomy and
decision-making into automation workflows.”

Five Reasons this will Matter to You

So why should this breakthrough matter to you? These are my top five reasons agentic AI is set to transform enterprise automation and redefine how you operate:

1. Move from Reactive to Proactive Operations

• Agentic AI moves automation beyond static scripts, it enables proactive responses to anomalies, optimising performance before issues escalate. This means fewer outages, faster recovery, and a more resilient IT environment.

2. Establish Enterprise-Grade Confidence

• Broadcom being named a value leader validates the maturity of its solutions. For CIOs and CTOs, this recognition reduces risk and accelerates adoption because innovation without trust is just a gamble.

3. Gain End-to-End Visibility and Control

• Modern IT ecosystems are sprawling and complex. Agentic AI provides holistic visibility across hybrid infrastructures, ensuring automation isn’t siloed but orchestrated intelligently across the entire enterprise.

4. Cost Efficiency Meets Innovation

• By automating decisions, not just tasks, organisations can cut operational costs while freeing up talent for strategic innovation. This transforms automation from a tactical tool into a growth enabler.

5. Preparing for Autonomous IT

• Agentic AI is the bridge to fully autonomous operations. Companies that embrace this now will be better positioned for the next wave of digital transformation, and the competitive advantage it brings.

Why Ignite Technology is Paying Attention

At Ignite, we see this as more than a technology milestone. It’s a cultural shift in how businesses think about automation. The future isn’t about replacing people, it’s about augmenting human capability with intelligent systems that learn, adapt, and scale.

Broadcom’s leadership in this space sets the tone for what’s possible. And as CTO, I believe this is the moment for enterprises to rethink their automation strategies, not as a cost-saving exercise, but as a foundation for innovation..

How Ignite Technology Helps you Leverage Agentic AI

We partner with organisations to design and implement automation strategies that go beyond scripts and workflows. Our approach combines best-in-class technology with deep expertise in AI-driven automation, ensuring you unlock real business value, not just operational efficiency.

Whether you’re exploring agentic AI for the first time or scaling an existing automation programme, Ignite Technology can help you:

• Implement solutions that deliver measurable outcomes

• Assess your current automation maturity

• Identify high-impact use cases for agentic AI

Your Next Steps

Agentic AI isn’t just a buzzword, it’s the next frontier in enterprise automation. Those who act now will lead tomorrow. Let’s start the conversation today, contact our team to explore your options and build an automation and orchestration strategy that sets you up for long-term success.