What traditional thinkers failed to anticipate is the pace of adoption. Starting with early adoption, the industry has seen exponential growth throughout emerging market.

An important finding is highlighted by recent research: what thrived previously may not work now or in the future.

Speed of adaptation matters more than perfection in execution.

What matters most reaches well beyond surface-level changes. Recognizing these deeper dimensions is essential for organizations planning to prepare adequately.

Key Insights

• The shift toward distributed systems represents a significant change in the way companies architect systems.
• The sophistication of contemporary platforms demands different expertise throughout technology organizations.
• Success is less driven by individual technologies and more on organizational culture.