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Implementing AI infrastructure requires substantial capital expenditures (Capex) for uniform infrastructure costs and operational expenditures (Opex) that vary by region and company size, primarily driven by staffing needs. The process necessitates skilled IT personnel and incurs ongoing costs for network services, cloud services, and retraining, with higher salaries for specialized roles such as AI architects. Change management expenses are notably highest in the first year as organizations adapt to new technologies.