Smart Era Software Development

Jul 30, 2026 · R&D Management

Token Costs Double Monthly, Yet 70% of AI Projects Just Please the Boss

Despite an 80% token price drop and a 20‑fold surge in global token usage, many enterprises face exploding monthly token bills, with 70% of AI projects merely placating managers; the article analyzes token economics, efficiency breakthroughs, and a task‑centric workflow that can halve costs and boost productivity.