The Accelerating Pace of Innovation

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Session Overview

Technological approaches and tools are evolving at an unprecedented rate, making it faster and more affordable than ever before to create something new. This presents both opportunities and challenges for businesses, as they need to keep up with these innovations to remain relevant and competitive.

In this talk, we will showcase examples of this acceleration in technological innovation and provide insights on strategies for success in this new environment.

The Why: As leaders in technology, we tend to focus on certain aspects of technological evolution and may miss out on the big picture or a significant part of it. This talk is designed to help you evaluate whether you are on the cutting edge of technology, and if not, provide insights on how to get there and stay there.

Key Takeaways:

  • How your technology might become obsolete, even if it’s newly built
  • Constant innovation is no longer a luxury but a necessity for businesses to thrive
  • With new advancements in technology, businesses have more opportunities to experiment and explore than ever before

This session is for… you if you are a leader in the technological space or aspire to become one.

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