An increasing number of organizations are using artificial intelligence (AI) to aid in their digital transformation and remain competitive, according to a new report by the International Data Corporation (IDC) and DataRobot released Monday. AI is expected to help companies across the world grow over the next five years, with Japan leading the pack with 74% expected projected growth from 2016-2021, according to the report. The US should expect 49% compound annual growth, with countries in Western Europe expecting around 44% growth. Two-thirds of businesses globally already have implemented AI, or plan on using the technology in the next five years, the report said. The US has the most early adoption, with 38% of companies already using AI, ahead of 11% in Asia and 9% in Western Europe.