NTT DATA launched its Technology Foresight 2025 report, offering a comprehensive roadmap to navigate the upcoming digital transformation. The report, unveiled on 4 February 2025, highlights key trends such as agentic AI, cybersecurity talent wars, and globally adopted frameworks that will define Singapore’s tech landscape.
The report identifies five major trends set to impact businesses: Enhanced Humans, Ambient Intelligent Experiences, Digital Sustainability for Economic Resilience, Cognitive Cloud Convergence, and Accelerated Security Fusion. These trends aim to equip employees with skills for complex tasks, redefine customer engagement through hyper-personalisation, and integrate environmental stewardship with economic growth. Notably, NTT DATA projects global data volumes to reach 175ZB by 2025, emphasising the importance of cognitive cloud convergence.
John Lombard, CEO of NTT DATA APAC, highlighted the report’s new features, including a greater global perspective and actionable guidelines for businesses. “By presenting specific steps businesses can take to link technology to outcomes, NTT DATA provides support to allow companies to move decisively forward even as the pace of change accelerates,” he stated.
The report also showcases case studies, such as the development of “Smart AI Agent™” to enhance productivity and the use of IOWN technology for cloud support. As Singapore’s cyber frameworks become global standards, NTT DATA’s insights offer a crucial guide for businesses to stay ahead.
NTT DATA’s Technology Foresight 2025 will continue to contribute to new business creation and societal transformation, ensuring enterprises remain competitive in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
