As AI transforms the way work gets done, companies with strong process frameworks are best equipped to lead and maintain operational rigor at scale. Traditional process excellence methodologies like Lean Six Sigma and business process management are evolving to incorporate AI, with the market for AI-powered process optimization projected to exceed $113 billion in the next decade. Companies that already operate with discipline have an edge in channeling new AI tools into proven systems, and are better positioned to translate AI ambition into real outcomes. Why it matters: by combining AI with existing process excellence, organizations can unlock the full value of both and achieve operational excellence