Top Five Applications Priorities for UK Technology Leaders in 2024 Published in New Report by Info-Tech Research Group

Info-Tech's annual report identifies five key priorities that range from delivering exceptional digital experiences to democratising AI access. The recommended priorities are set to redefine the role of applications in driving business success this year. By focusing on these areas, IT and applications leaders can ensure their application portfolios are not just current but are also driving innovation and competitive advantage in their industry.

'We are seeing an increasing trend in the development of application strategies aligned to corporate objectives, and a focus on application rationalisation,' says Nora Fisher, Managing Partner for UK and Ireland. 'Emerging technologies like AI are providing opportunities to improve the development lifecycle, and many organisations are implementing or maturing their product and agile approaches. Our clients are also benefiting from our peer software reviews and vendor alignment insights, enabling them to effectively scan the market, compare functionalities, and identify which vendors are likely to be the best partners.'

The Applications Priorities 2024 report outlines the key disruptors applications teams face that have an impact on how work is conducted, how services are delivered, and how organisations interact with their customers. From the democratisation of IT enabling more user-driven development through no-code platforms to the constraints of budgets that limit growth and innovation, the digital landscape is rapidly evolving. Info-Tech's report emphasises the importance for applications leaders and their organisations to acknowledge these disruptors and adapt to them, which can help not only mitigate risks but also create new opportunities for growth and innovation.

'Applications are critical components in any business strategic plan. They can directly influence an organisation's ability to be dynamic, flexible, and responsive to changing expectations, business conditions, and technologies,' says Andrew Kum-Seun, research director at Info-Tech Research Group. 'Business leaders are continuously looking for innovative ways to better position their application portfolios to satisfy their goals and objectives, which is achieved through applications priorities. Given the scope and costs involved, these priorities must be carefully crafted to clearly state achievable business outcomes that satisfy the different needs of diverse groups of customers, stakeholders, and users.'

Drawing on a wealth of data and insights, the new report leverages findings from experts in the industry as well as data from Info-Tech's CEO-CIO Alignment diagnostic and CIO Business Vision diagnostic. Additional data was also gathered and analysed from Info-Tech's Tech Trends 2024 report, as well as the HR Trends Report 2024 from the firms' McLean & Company division.

The Applications Priorities 2024 report provides applications leaders with a comprehensive overview of the applications landscape. The report highlights the following five key initiatives essential for navigating the complexities of today's digital environment, driving innovation, and aligning application strategies with an organisation's overarching goals for 2024 and the coming years:

The Applications Priorities 2024 report also includes insights in the form of case studies from organisations and their clients, such as Mastercard, Bloomberg, Carousel, e-Estonia, and GitHub Copilot.

As the digital landscape continues to evolve at an exponential pace, the Applications Priorities 2024 report provides applications leaders with a guide to optimising their application portfolios and teams. By implementing the outlined priorities, leaders can ensure their application strategies are not only aligned with their organisational objectives but are designed to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge. This approach will enable applications leaders to transform their application portfolios into dynamic assets that respond effectively to the changing demands of the business environment, fostering a culture of agility and sustained growth.

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