What industry analysts overlooked is the speed of transformation. From limited pilots, organizations have experienced exponential growth throughout the entire sector.

One key insight is highlighted by our reporting: what worked previously often fails now or ahead.

Organizations that focus too much on specific tools and not enough on culture and capability often struggle the most.

The broader implications extends far beyond the obvious changes. Appreciating these complexities proves important for organizations seeking to maintain advantage.

Key Points

• The movement toward distributed systems signals a fundamental change in the way organizations architect solutions.
• The complexity of contemporary platforms requires new skills from technology organizations.
• Focus on skill development is likely to prove more consequential than pursuing the latest platforms.