Technology Consulting Trends to Watch In 2021

2021 is expected to be a year with several technology consulting trends that will impact the industry. Are you ready to make the changes to stay on top? 
 

Here are some statistics for this ever-changing industry:

• 20% of the overall consulting market is made up of IT and technology
   
• Integration services, app design, and development accounts for approximately 25% of the technology industry
   
• Internet of Things (IoT) devices have increased by 30% between 2018 and 2019
   
• Many firms are focusing on the rise of smartphones

Trends to expect in 2021:

• Firms are expected to use the Internet of Things (IoT) more to optimize campaigns, perform consultations, and much more. 
   
• The use of analytics software will grow and help to consult firms better understand what their current customers need.
   
• Cloud strategies are expected to be shifted to more edge services.
   
• Firms are expected to capitalize on faster technologies and services by taking advantage of 5G.
   
• The popularity of Blockchain technology will continue to grow because companies have seen how it can be used alongside other technology.
   
• Artificial intelligence is expected to go more mainstream in 2021.
   
• Augmented Reality is expected to replace Virtual Reality because it’s easier to use, more efficient, and costs less.
   
• Firms are expected to offer Failure as a Service (FAAS) to more clients.
   
• Large enterprises will transition to operate hyper-locally. 
   
• Firms will grow and change to meet these new trends and technologies, especially as they retool for a post-pandemic world.

Are you prepared to keep up with the new trends in the New Year? Let us help! Ideacom NC can provide you with the best technology consulting services that are proven to help businesses be more productive and more profitable. Call us today at (336) 854-4455.