Strategic Deployment of Artificial Intelligence to Enhance the Competitiveness of Thai Enterprises

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Dr.Chanwit Boonchuay

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This article proposes strategic approaches for deploying artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the competitiveness of Thai enterprises, grounded in the principle of AI Added Value—the targeted application of domain-specific AI to generate measurable value creation. The study presents an analytical framework and implementation roadmap across four high-potential industries in Thailand: tourism, healthcare, agriculture, and manufacturing.


National-level value enhancement through AI can be realized when five critical enablers are systematically addressed: (1) trustworthy data and AI governance aligned with legal and regulatory frameworks; (2) accelerated and continuous workforce upskilling; (3) accessible and scalable computational infrastructure; (4) financial mechanisms that support large-scale deployment; and (5) comprehensive risk management covering cybersecurity, ethical considerations, and supply chain resilience.


The article concludes with a set of policy recommendations aimed at accelerating AI scaling, outlining short-term (1–2 years) and medium-term (3–5 years) measures. These recommendations are accompanied by measurable key performance indicators (KPIs) spanning economic outcomes, systemic capability development, and risk mitigation dimensions.

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Boonchuay, D. (2026). Strategic Deployment of Artificial Intelligence to Enhance the Competitiveness of Thai Enterprises. Journal of Business, Innovation and Sustainability (JBIS), 21(1). https://doi.org/10.71185/jbis.2026.286226
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บทความกิตติมศักดิ์ (Honorary article)

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