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Technology Vision 2016

Intelligent Automation

70% of corporate executives stated increased AI-related technology investments compared to two years ago.

55% revealed that they plan on using machine learning and embedded AI solutions like Amelia extensively.

70% 55%

Liquid Workforce

“Deep expertise for the specialized task at hand” was only the fifth most important characteristic required for employees to perform well in a digital work environment – other qualities such as “the ability to quickly learn” or “shift gears” were ranked higher.

Platform Economy

81% of our survey respondents who agree that platform-based business models who become part of their organization’s core growth strategy within three years.

81%

Predictable Disruption

Companies are already significantly or moderately experiencing ecosystem disruption, with 81% of survey respondents indicating that they are seeing this in their industry.

81%

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Trust is the cornerstone of the digital economy, according to 83% of Accenture Technology Vision 2016 survey respondents.

33% of the global economy is currently impacted by digital in some regard.

86% of respondents anticipate that the pace of technology change will increase at a rapid or unprecedented rate over the next three years.

Digital Impacts

33% 86%

83%