Navigate Digital Disruption With An Emerging Technology Vision

Emerging information technology has been a key enabler of business evolution since the 1960s and shows no signs of letting up. As we move beyond simple digitization of information to digital business models, technologies such as mobile, social, cloud, and advanced analytics are creating ubiquitous and information-rich systems of engagement, overturning old business models and driving leaders to new levels of efficiency. The pace of digital disruption is daunting, however, and many firms struggle to understand the impact of emerging technology on their business and which opportunities they should pay attention to now. Enterprise architects are often responsible for tracking technology changes and recommending emerging technology strategies to capitalize on opportunities. This report helps frame the business context of emerging technology and recommends early steps to identify and communicate opportunities.