As artificial intelligence and the internet of things move from concept to reality, technology companies in every segment - semiconductors, software, hardware, internet services - face difficult challenges and exciting opportunities.
Change is coming faster today than ever before and companies must adapt. All business executives worry about change, but technology companies must be especially cognizant of the forces driving change and increased complexity. We view the following eight technologies as the most disruptive to business today:
Artificial intelligence
Augmented reality/virtual reality
Blockchain
Drones
Internet of things (IoT)
Robots
3D printing
Autonomous vehicles
From strategy development to digital transformation and business growth, PwC can help technology companies determine the right course of action, assisting you to manage key priorities that require concrete steps to reposition now, while also recalibrating for the future—whether it's creating new revenue streams or developing new business models. Talk to us, we stand ready to help.
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Thomas Tandetzki
Partner, Global Telecommunications Industry Leader and Global TMT Industry Assurance Leader, PwC Germany
