Paul Miller,

Paul Miller

Vice President, Principal Analyst

Paul focuses on smart manufacturing and the future of mobility with research that explores how new and emerging technologies challenge established organizations and their business models. Relevant themes include: the growing importance of digital twins throughout the life of industrial assets; the role of IoT in connecting physical with digital workflows; the introduction of increasingly automated or autonomous equipment (drones, robots, cars, etc.) into human workflows; the challenges and opportunities associated with making asset-intensive industries more circular and sustainable; the importance of mobility moments and collaborative partner ecosystems in shaping effective models for the future of mobility; and the role of augmented and virtual reality and the so-called industrial metaverse in the future of industrial work.

The Top 10 Emerging Technologies In 2026
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Trend Report
April 8th, 2026
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This report identifies the 10 most important emerging technologies in 2026 that are set to reshape life and business. Read this report to understand when and where to look.

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What research can you expect from Forrester in the next 12 months? Updated biweekly, our publishing plan will keep you current with market and technology trends. Use the link below to download a list of our upcoming research.

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July 28th, 2026 3:00 PM - 3:40 PM Webinar

Top Emerging Technologies For 2026: Autonomous Transportation Technologies

Accelerate innovation with deeper insights about why autonomous transportation technologies are important, when they will pay off, and how they are being deployed today. These technologies combine AI, robotics, sensing, and connectivity to enable vehicles and mobility systems to operate with minimal human input, especially in controlled environments. In this webinar, we share expert insights, real world examples, and key steps you and your team can take. Join us to learn where autonomous transportation is creating value now and what it will take to scale safely.Key takeaways: Gain an understanding of current autonomous transportation deployments.Identify environments where autonomy delivers efficiency and safety gains.Learn practical steps to pilot and expand autonomous mobility solutions.Target audience level: all levels
September 8th, 2026 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Webinar

The Digital Product Passport Is More Than A Compliance Tool: It’s A Bridge To Your Customers

With compliance deadlines rapidly approaching in Europe and other key markets, the digital product passport (DPP) is set to become part of many organizations’ supply chain, emissions reporting, and circularity initiatives. DPPs will be required for specific products sold in the EU from early 2027, and more products and jurisdictions will follow. In this webinar we introduce the DPP, discuss the current state of DPP readiness, and demonstrate how smart organizations can use necessary investment in systems that support compliance to also offer richer and more engaging product experiences to partners, customers, and prospects.Key takeaways: Learn to recognize the seven key components of a digital product passport.Hear about the current state of legislative readiness in Europe and other key markets.Explore early examples of companies building and maintaining digital product passports.Learn how to rethink your own digital product passport initiatives: a necessary-but-dull compliance tool or an exciting opportunity to reach customers in new ways?Target audience level: all levels