Predictions 2021 by Globant: An explosive mix of innovative technology and new business models

2020 set the stage for a decade of unprecedented change. Businesses pivoted literally from one day to the next and organizations made bold decisions to respond to the crisis focusing on innovative technologies and strategies.

How is 2021 looking? Based on the analysis and discussions with clients around the world, Globant‘s top executives weighed in on their predictions for the next 12 months and beyond in it’s latest report, ‘Predictions 2021: An explosive mix of innovative technology and new business models’. Let’s explore some of these trends.

1. There will be a surge in new, ingenious, and transformative business models

“We’re seeing different examples today of data monetization – many to come will adjust value propositions, services, and the products that organizations are offering, particularly with hyper-personalization and dynamic offerings based on data” says Sabina Schneider, Chief Solution Officer, Globant.

2. Creating a high-performance work culture will require new skills and tools

Managing a remote workforce is a challenge for organizations. “Head of remote work” is one new job title that we expect to become crucial as well as a rapid rise in the use of cultural platforms such as StarMeUp OS.

3. Powerful, holistic experiences will differentiate those businesses that survive and thrive, and those that die

Ritesh Menon, Studio Partner, UI Engineering at Globant states that, “a combination of artificial intelligence and augmented reality will result in the creation of highly immersive and natural user experiences on devices enabling businesses to reach massive new audiences.”

4. The rise of resilient, yet adaptive, organizations

These organizations understand the need to modernize their core while also experimenting with emerging technologies. At the same time they recognize the importance of playing in new sectors and leveraging the power of business and digital ecosystems. In this context, CIOs will play a crucial role, as they shift from managing their technology portfolio to visualizing how to embrace emerging technologies.

5. Businesses will shift to hyper automation and adopt tools to dramatically accelerate software development

Diego Tartara, CTO Studios at Globant, affirms that AI-based tools that accelerate coding will enable businesses to create powerful software experiences faster and more effectively than ever before. An example is Augmented Coding, which is already helping organizations to dramatically improve their software creation processes.

We hope these predictions will provide you with insights and ideas to build the foundation for long-term success.

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