What industry analysts underestimated is how quickly of change. Beginning with initial implementations, the industry has seen significant expansion in the broader industry.

One key insight is highlighted by recent research: what thrived yesterday may not work now or tomorrow.

The difference between winners and losers increasingly comes down to how quickly organizations can adapt their practices.

Over the last 18 months, the industry pivoted noticeably driven by competitive pressure. These changes shows the importance of adapting quickly in a rapidly evolving competitive arena.

Key Insights

• The movement toward distributed systems signals a major evolution in the way teams develop solutions.
• Conventional wisdom concerning performance require comprehensive reconsideration.
• Success is less driven by specific tools and more on organizational culture.