Over the last 18 months, the industry pivoted significantly because of competitive pressure. These changes shows the reality of staying competitive in an increasingly dynamic market environment.

An important finding is highlighted by industry analysis: what thrived previously rarely succeeds now or tomorrow.

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

The real significance reaches well beyond the obvious impacts. Understanding these complexities is critical for organizations seeking to prepare adequately.

Key Points

• The acceleration of distributed systems represents a major change in the way teams develop applications.
• Traditional approaches regarding security require comprehensive rethinking.
• Investment in skill development is likely to prove more important than adopting fashionable tools.