Over the past year, the industry adapted dramatically because of emerging technologies. This shift shows the reality of staying competitive in a rapidly evolving competitive arena.

One key insight comes from industry analysis: what succeeded yesterday may not work now or ahead.

Security and privacy must be foundational, not afterthoughts, in every decision we make.

What industry analysts failed to anticipate is the pace of change. From limited pilots, the industry has seen exponential growth in the broader industry.

Key Points

• The shift toward distributed systems signals a fundamental change in how companies develop systems.
• Conventional wisdom about performance require comprehensive rethinking.
• Investment in capability building will likely prove more valuable than chasing fashionable tools.