Top IT Trends for 2015 As Internet speed continues to increase while Internet access costs continue to decrease, 2015 should be a year where IT companies aim to increase efficiencies through a variety of technical innovations. Increased Mobile Usage Organizations that track mobile usage indicated that 2014 was the first year where more users were accessing the Internet from mobile devices as opposed to traditional computers. This offers a huge opportunity for businesses that are able to target this huge segment of potential customers. Companies that do not optimize their web sites and other online offerings for mobile devices will no doubt be left in the dust as people become more reliant on consuming all types of information from mobile platforms. 3D Printing In the past, if you were looking to launch a new product, it could often cost tens of thousands of dollars just to develop a prototype. Thankfully, that has changed thanks to advances in 3D printing. Individuals or businesses can instantly create prototypes to see if there is a market for their product prior to spending significant money on production costs. Internet of Things 2014 saw a huge increase in investment in IoT to help with advanced business intelligence. IoT allows businesses to connect with customers on levels historically unavailable to generate additional revenue streams. As companies look for ways to utilize IoT technologies, big data will continue to grow in importance. Big Data Big Data is the ability for companies to analyze huge amounts of data to make certain decisions that historically would have been impossible. Think about being able to tailor a customer’s experience based on prior purchases or being able to adjust a credit decision in real time based on up to the minute credit reporting data. With big data technology, this and more is all within reach for companies around the world. Cyber Security Each and every day, a new company is hacked and customer data is compromised. Cyber threats are not going away anytime soon, so it will be vitally important for companies to invest in skilled workers to handle cyber security threats to protect customers. Migration to Cloud Computing Services As the definition of a traditional “office� continues to change with the power of the Internet, companies should be sure to investigate cloud computing services as well as remote desktop services from companies like Cyberlink ASP to increase productivity. With the power of the cloud and the Internet, most employees can work just as efficiently
from home or on the road as they can in the office. Employers who offer flexible work arrangements by harnessing the latest in remote desktop technologies will likely see increases in morale for their employees. The Sky is The Limit in 2015 for IT Innovations With advances in technology changing by the day, there is almost no limit to what the IT industry has in store over the next year. Companies should be sure to partner with an IT services company that is constantly analyzing the latest technology trends to determine if they are beneficial. Bio: Cyberlink ASP offers a whole host of IT services including remote desktop services, virtual desktops, network monitoring, and much more. As a provider of IT solutions since 1999, Cyberlink ASP has always been on the forefront of the latest technology trends in the industry.