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Leadership and Vision

Spotlight Session: Top Technology Trends for 2025

Wednesday, April 2, 2025
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT
Location: Elwha Ballroom B
Leadership and Vision

Target Audience: Experienced Ed Tech Leaders/CTO/CIO; Superintendents & Senior Cabinet leaders (CBO/CFO/CAO/CTO/CIO); New or Aspiring Ed Tech Leaders/CTO/CIO

Gartner, Inc. has outlined several key trends that are poised to impact technology providers through 2025, driven by increased reliance on technology, emerging opportunities through technological advances, and significant macro forces affecting the sector. These trends focus on how businesses are integrating technology into their core functions, from the democratization of tech allowing non-IT staff to manage their technology needs, to the adoption of product-led growth strategies enhancing customer acquisition. Additionally, the rise of digital marketplaces and intelligent applications, along with a shift toward sustainable business practices and adapting to a trend of techno-nationalism, are shaping how companies operate and compete. These insights emphasize the need for technology leaders to balance immediate needs with long-term strategic planning to navigate these changes effectively.

Key Take Aways:

  • Technology providers must adapt to a growing reliance on technology, with trends emphasizing democratization, federated purchasing, and product-led growth strategies.
  • Emerging technologies like digital marketplaces and intelligent applications are redefining customer engagement and operational efficiency.
  • Sustainable business practices and adaptation to techno-nationalism are becoming essential for companies to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving global landscape.