What traditional thinkers underestimated is the speed of transformation. Beginning with initial pilots, the industry has seen exponential expansion in the entire industry.

An important finding comes from our reporting: what worked previously often fails now or in the future.

Speed of adaptation matters more than perfection in execution.

Over the past year, market leaders have shifted dramatically because of emerging technologies. This shift shows the reality of adapting quickly in an increasingly dynamic market environment.

Key Points

• Emerging standards are reshaping the way that companies handle data privacy.
• The sophistication of contemporary platforms requires new skills from technology organizations.
• Focus on continuous learning is likely to prove more consequential than chasing the latest platforms.