Rearchitecting applications for AI, trust, and speed

In the race to take advantage of new technologies, the process of application modernization – creating a stable, flexible foundation to innovate upon – is a game-changer.

In our 2026 Cloudflare App Innovation Report, we surveyed over 2,300 global enterprise leaders to uncover why application modernization is no longer just an IT goal, it’s the key to maintaining a competitive edge.

Leading organizations that have mastered this modernization process are finding that:

• Up-to-date infrastructure is the gatekeeper for AI success. Leaders see a 3x success rate with AI.
• Mindsets around AI have shifted from adoption to integration. 91% of leaders have already integrated AI into their existing portfolios.
• Security is a growth multiplier. When security and application efforts are aligned, organizations are 4x more likely to reach advanced AI maturity.
• Simplicity is winning. Leaders are moving aggressively to consolidate their tech stack, 85% are actively cutting redundant tools and shadow IT to move faster.

Learn how to innovate at speed and scale by downloading the report.