Over the last 18 months, organizations have shifted dramatically in response to competitive pressure. These changes shows the importance of adapting quickly in a rapidly evolving market environment.

An important finding emerges from recent research: what thrived previously may not work today or tomorrow.

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

What industry analysts overlooked is the pace of adoption. From limited adoption, the industry has seen exponential expansion throughout the entire sector.

Key Points

• The acceleration of distributed systems represents a significant transformation in the way organizations develop solutions.
• Conventional wisdom concerning performance need fundamental reconsideration.
• The path forward is less driven by individual technologies and increasingly requires strategic thinking.