What industry analysts underestimated is the pace of adoption. From limited implementations, organizations have experienced rapid scaling across the broader sector.

An important finding emerges from our reporting: what succeeded previously often fails today or ahead.

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

Over the last 18 months, organizations adapted significantly in response to emerging technologies. This evolution reflects the reality of adapting quickly in an increasingly dynamic market environment.

Key Insights

• Emerging standards are transforming the way that companies manage operations.
• The complexity of advanced technologies requires evolved capabilities across engineering teams.
• Focus on capability building is likely to prove more consequential than pursuing the latest platforms.