
Digital technology has rapidly advanced to combine physical hardware and virtual applications, underpinning digital operations and strategies for companies. A brief internet search will provide thousands of results on how technology shapes our future and advances every aspect of our lives, from buying groceries to self-driving vehicles.
This advancement in digital technology, while allowing individuals and companies access to vast opportunities, ultimately increases our reliance on digital infrastructure. As a result, KPMG believes that the demand for digital technology will only increase, and companies will need to respond accordingly and proactively.
Internet of Things (IoT)
IT software engineers and developers are constantly striving towards other solutions for business innovation and to improve personal and social lives. The Internet of Things (IoT) was a term coined around 199 and refers to smart devices that can connect to each other through the Web to exchange information to perform specific tasks. These smart devices currently include not only computers but also vehicles, phones, homes, and home appliances.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence is being used to help businesses make quicker decisions through “machine learning”, which facilitates computers to perform forecasting, business modelling, facilitating and detecting roles in many aspects of life and business.
Blockchain Technology
Blockchain helps users interact safely with one another in the digital space and is very relevant to today’s cybercrime numbers. It has been highly beneficial in ensuring security and reducing expenditure and transactional turnaround times by providing stability and transparency. However, in terms of digital deployment for enterprise use, it is still in its infancy, hampered by scalability and compatibility issues for the time being.
3D Printing
3D printing refers to a process where three-dimensional solid objects are created from a digital file. These tangible objects are gradually built up from layers of material instead of cutting the object from a larger block of material. Originally used to develop quick prototypes, this technology is now used by manufacturers, engineers, medical industries, teachers, designers, and hobbyists.
Digital technology is undoubtedly the new competitive space for businesses and industries and will continue to play a significant transformational role in driving IT strategy and infrastructure. Furthermore, the advancements in digital technology will contribute to economic growth, much needed in a post-Covid world.
The importance of harnessing the power of new digital technology cannot be overemphasised, as is the need for digital transformation to improve the environment and enable companies and employees to access new opportunities. Moreover, smart policies for a world of smart devices promise a stronger future for all.
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