What many observers underestimated is the pace of change. Beginning with initial pilots, the industry has seen exponential growth across the entire industry.

A critical observation is highlighted by industry analysis: what succeeded in the past may not work now or ahead.

Security and privacy must be foundational, not afterthoughts, in every decision we make.

Over the last 18 months, organizations pivoted significantly in response to competitive pressure. This evolution shows the reality of adapting quickly in a rapidly evolving market environment.

Key Points

• Emerging standards are changing the way that companies manage data privacy.
• The complexity of contemporary platforms requires different expertise from development groups.
• Success depends less on particular platforms and increasingly depends on strategic thinking.