Data gold mine will spark next \u2018Gold Rush\u2019 in tech investments <\/strong><\/p>\nOrganisations have been stockpiling big data for years. In fact, it\u2019s predicted that by 2020, the data volume will reach 44 Trillion gigabytes, or 44 Zettabytes. That\u2019s a lot of data. Soon they\u2019ll finally put it to work as Digital Transformation takes shape.<\/p>\n
As they derive more value from that data \u2013 with insights driving new innovations and more efficient business processes \u2013 more investments will be born out of the technology sector.\u00a0 New start-ups will emerge to tackle the bigger challenges that make AI a reality: data management and federated analytics where insights can be driven from virtually everywhere, and data compliance solutions for a safer, smarter way to deliver amazing outcomes.<\/p>\n
Data forecast will call for more clouds <\/strong><\/p>\nLast year we predicted the arrival of the Mega Cloud \u2013 a variety of clouds that make up a powerhouse operating model as IT strategies require both public and private clouds.\u00a0 So far that\u2019s holding true. The public verses private cloud debate will continue to wane as organisations realise that they need to effectively manage all the different types of data they\u2019ll be processing.<\/p>\n
A recent IDC survey pointed to more than 80% of respondents repatriating data back to on-premise private clouds \u2013 and we can expect that trend to continue, even with projections for public cloud growth.<\/p>\n
Multi-cloud environments will drive automation, AI and ML processing into high gear because they give organisations the ability to manage, move and process data where and when they need to. In fact, we\u2019ll see more clouds pop up as data becomes increasingly distributed \u2013 at the edge in autonomous car environments or in smart factories, in cloud-native apps, in protected on-prem centres to meet a host of new compliance and privacy standards and, of course, the public cloud for a variety of apps and services that we use every day.<\/p>\n
5G will have us living on the edge<\/strong><\/p>\nThe first 5G devices are slated to hit the market sometime next year with the much-anticipated next-generation network that promises to completely change the data game in terms of speed and accessibility.\u00a0 Low-latency, high-bandwidth networks mean more connected things, cars and systems \u2013 and a boat load of AI, Machine Learning and compute happening at the edge, because that\u2019s where all the data will be generated.<\/p>\n
It won\u2019t be long before we begin to see micro-hubs lining our streets \u2013 mini data centres if you will \u2013 that will also give rise to new \u2018smart\u2019 opportunities for real-time insights happening on the corner of your street. Cities and towns will become more connected than ever, paving the way for Smart Cities and digital infrastructure that we predict will be thriving in 2030.<\/p>\n
And it\u2019ll be a game changer for industries like healthcare or manufacturing, where data and information being generated out in the field can be quickly processed and analysed in real time \u2013 versus having to travel back and forth to a cloud \u2013 and then readily shared with those who need it.<\/p>\n
No more weak links or waste: Supply chains will get stronger, smarter and greener <\/strong><\/p>\nBelieving in the many advantages to running a sustainable business, organisations will follow our lead and begin to accelerate ways to design waste out of their business models through new innovation in recycling and closed loop practices. To help, we at Dell are sharing our blueprint for turning ocean bound plastics into recycled packaging and turning soot from diesel generator exhaust fumes into ink for printing on boxes.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ll see advances in supply chain traceability, by scrutinising and harnessing emerging technologies to identify precise opportunities to course correct.\u00a0 Blockchain will likely play a role as well, to ensure trust and safety in sourcing, while also securing information and data about goods and services along the way.<\/p>\n
There\u2019s never been a better time for technology \u2013 with innovation in 5G, AI and Machine Learning, cloud and Blockchain throttling full steam ahead. I\u2019m willing to bet that we\u2019ll make great use of those 44 zettabytes of data in 2020.\u00a0 Riding full speed into the Data Era in 2019, we\u2019ll unlock the power of data in ways never imagined before, transforming everyday business and everyday life.<\/p>\n
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