The Agentic AI Competitive Map 2025: A Layered Analysis
The agentic AI market has reached a critical inflection point in 2025.
Nearly eight in ten companies report using generative AI, yet just as many report no significant bottom-line impact — a paradox that's driving a massive shift from experimental AI to autonomous agents that deliver measurable value.
This comprehensive analysis maps the competitive landscape across four distinct layers, revealing how $100+ billion in capital is flowing through an ecosystem where 50% of enterprises will implement AI agents this year, up from just 10% currently employing them.
The window for new entrants is rapidly closing as infrastructure costs soar and winners consolidate their positions.
The Four-Layer Architecture of Agentic Dominance
