The IT Trends for 2023 !
The aftermath of the Corona pandemic has noticeably changed our working world, as in the example of the home office becoming socially acceptable or the steadily growing proportion and use of cloud services. The challenges for IT managers and companies in general are facing entirely new difficulties.
Shortages of skilled workers and resources are contributing to this. New areas of responsibility are developing, and IT structures and systems are increasingly understood as part of an "ecosystem." This will lead to these new requirements, with greater flexibility and automation being introduced at all levels.
As expected, IT strategy will be more closely integrated into corporate objectives in order to provide advisory support for the company's transformation. IT security will increasingly be required in the face of device and location independence. Ensuring IT security without hindering the company's continued development will require considerable resources. The responsibilities of those responsible for IT infrastructure will expand, driven by the desire to better network production and business premises. A paradigm shift is also imminent in the software sector, with developments in data and processes requiring ever greater automation of business processes. All in all, exciting times lie ahead.
1. Trend:
Cloud and Container Management
The orchestration of software components in cloud containers is driving the development and adoption of cloud-native applications. Modern data platforms form the backbone of digital transformation. Managing and integrating data from multiple sources in-house is complex and time-consuming, which is why many companies are moving their IT into the cloud.
2. Trend:
Overcoming Supply Chain Issues with Standard Hardware
The focus on software-defined and software-enabled solutions will continue to grow. In today’s fast-changing work environment, processes, materials, and resources can shift quickly or become unavailable. Companies will increasingly rely on readily available standard hardware and use intelligent specialized software to deploy it efficiently.
3. Trend:
Blurring Lines Between Telecom and Cloud Providers
All major telecommunications companies are now active in the cloud market. Within highly flexible environments, the trend toward distributed applications and greater choice will accelerate. The already blurred boundaries between telecom providers and pure cloud providers will become even less distinct.
4. Trend:
IT as the "Digital Transformer"
The IT department has become the starting point of digital transformation within organizations and is actively driving it forward. Growing acceptance across companies and leadership, coupled with increasingly user-friendly hardware and software, is making digital transformation firmly an IT responsibility.
5. Trend:
The Growing Importance of 5G
5G networks are becoming an extension of in-house IT infrastructure and are increasingly used as backup solutions. Whether for remote sites or as redundancy lines, the rising performance of wireless networks opens up new use cases. Reliability and availability are critical, especially for highly connected companies.
6. Trend:
The Post-Corona IT Department
During the pandemic, working from home quickly became a daily reality for many employees. Beyond infection prevention, the advantages were clear. Even though many employees returned to the office in 2023, the share of remote work will continue to rise and remain one of the most important IT trends. Companies can save on costly office space while enabling cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration in virtual teams.
7. Trend:
Platform-Independent Work
Platform independence, enabled by cloud services, will remain a strong trend. For CRM systems, this means software that can be accessed and used on any device—whether desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone—regardless of the operating system.
8. Trend:
A Generational Shift in IT
The demographic shift is hitting the IT industry as many experienced professionals approach retirement. Estimates suggest that IT companies may lose more than 20% of their skilled workforce over the next decade. Long-term strategic planning will therefore be essential. Knowledge management systems that capture and integrate the expertise of experienced staff into software can help reduce the loss of critical know-how.