It’s only a matter of time. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in 2024 that he thought this could be achieved by the end of 2026. Personally, I feel this is a little optimistic; however, based on the evidence I’ve seen, it won’t be long after that.

Consider Telegram: a global messaging giant with just 30 employees, already achieving a remarkable $1 billion in revenue. Or Midjourney, revolutionizing creative industries with only 40 employees and generating an impressive $500 million. Perhaps even more astounding is Gen Spark, which has managed to generate $36 million in just 45 days with merely 24 employees.

The secret? Agentic AI.

Agentic AI is empowering startups to achieve unprecedented scale and efficiency. By automating complex tasks and significantly amplifying human productivity, AI is enabling small teams – or even individuals – to generate revenues previously achievable only by sprawling corporations.

However, as transformative as Agentic AI is, the unsung hero underpinning this rapid growth remains observability. In this era of hyper-accelerated digital growth, proactive, network-wide visibility into system performance and user experience is not merely beneficial – it’s indispensable. Visibility black spots aren’t just inconvenient; they’re business-critical vulnerabilities.

At Teneo, we recognize this pivotal role of observability, which is why we’ve partnered with Gigamon as a cornerstone of our Open Model for Observability. Through this strategic collaboration, we provide comprehensive network visibility, ensuring businesses leveraging AI can confidently scale without blind spots or bottlenecks.

AI may enable the billion-dollar solo enterprise, but observability will be the bedrock on which these groundbreaking ventures stand. 

If you’re ready to harness the full potential of AI-driven growth with uncompromised visibility, Teneo is ready to guide you. Schedule a consultation with us today.

Author: Brett Ayres, CTO, Teneo