The new year promises to continue where 2024 left off with innovative technology possibilities but what exactly is on the horizon and what are the smart 2025 tech predictions?
In our new-year episode of The Technology Boardroom podcast, your hosts dive into what they believe will be the standout innovations you should be looking out for over the next 12 months – exploring some imaginative and exciting possibilities before honing in on what we can realistically expect to shape the tech landscape throughout the year. .
Meet the Boardroom
Your hosts for this episode, who bring a wealth of experience to the discussion, are by now familiar faces to fans of the podcast. Peter Wilson and Robert Smith make a first appearance in 2025, joined by Kate Hutchinson to round off the trio.
- Peter Wilson: As the Director of Sales Expertise, Peter is at the helm of our pre-sales team at Advania. With a deep-rooted involvement in technology, Peter brings a pragmatic yet visionary perspective to our discussions. He’s always ready to pull out his crystal ball and give us a glimpse into the technological future.
- Kate Hutchinson: Our Head of Dynamics, Kate oversees a team of consultants implementing enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions. Her keen interest in AI and its implications for ERP systems means she’s always at the cutting edge of tech discussions. Kate’s insights are not just about technology but how it will shape businesses and efficiencies in the years to come.
- Robert Smith: Robert, our Partnerships Director, ensures that Advania’s partner relationships deliver maximum value to our customers. He’s the glue that holds the discussions together, often steering the conversation between both the potential possibilities and the pragmatic predictions for the future of technology.
Let’s discover Advania’s 2025 tech predictions.
Prediction #1: The rise of AI and edge computing
In this episode, Pete, our resident tech sage, doesn’t shy away from the big topic – AI. While it’s easy to get caught up in the doomsday scenarios often associated with AI, Pete brings a fresh perspective, emphasising the practical efficiencies AI will bring.
From AI-driven personal assistants to the resurgence of edge computing, we’re looking at a year where technology promises to do more with less. Imagine a world where your devices are not just smart but intelligent, learning your preferences and habits to provide a seamless user experience. Pete’s insights into how businesses can leverage edge computing to reduce latency and enhance real-time data processing are particularly enlightening.
We delved into specific use cases, such as AI-driven customer service bots that not only understand spoken language but can also interpret emotions and context to provide more personalised support. Pete also highlights the role of AI in predictive maintenance, where machines can self-diagnose issues and schedule their own repairs before a breakdown occurs, thus saving time and money for businesses.
Prediction #2: Quantum computing: the next frontier
We can’t ignore the potential that quantum computing holds. Imagine cracking complex problems in minutes, tasks that would take traditional computers significant time to solve.
Rob, Pete and Kate discuss Google’s recent strides in this arena and speculate on how this ground breaking technology might be harnessed for both good and, potentially, more nefarious purposes. Quantum computing’s ability to revolutionise fields such as cryptography, drug discovery, and financial modelling is nothing short of astonishing.
The discussion touches on the ethical implications of quantum computing as well. With its immense power, quantum computing could render current encryption methods obsolete, posing significant security challenges. The trio debate the balance between innovation and regulation, considering how governments and organisations might need to adapt to a rapidly changing technological landscape. As 2025 tech predictions go, this is one to keep an eye on.
Prediction #3: AI-driven billionaires: reality or fantasy?
Rob throws a fun yet thought-provoking prediction into the mix – could 2025 see the emergence of the first AI solopreneur billionaire?
Picture an individual leveraging AI to develop, market, and sell a product without the need for a traditional team. While this might sound far-fetched, the rapid advancements in AI suggest it’s not entirely out of the realm of possibility. Rob explores scenarios where AI could autonomously design innovative products, conduct market analysis, and optimise supply chains, potentially disrupting entire industries – and Pete uses some on-the-spot AI research to suggest ways in which this could be achieved.
We also considered the social and economic implications of such a development. Would AI-driven entrepreneurship democratise wealth creation, or would it exacerbate existing inequalities? The conversation touched on the responsibilities of AI innovators to ensure their creations benefit society as a whole, rather than just a select few.
Prediction #4: 2025: the year of the device
Moving away from the abstract, Kate shares her vision of 2025 as the year of the device. With the impending end of life for Windows 10 and the natural refresh cycle of hardware, we’re poised for significant changes in the devices we use daily.
This isn’t just about the hardware itself but how these devices will be managed, secured, and integrated into our workflows. Kate emphasises the growing importance of mobile and wearable devices in both personal and professional contexts.
Our hosts discuss the shift towards more integrated ecosystems, where devices seamlessly communicate with one another to enhance productivity and user experience. Kate also highlights the role of 5G technology in enabling these advancements, providing faster and more reliable connectivity for a multitude of devices.
Prediction #5: Internet of Things (IoT) and smart living
Our final 2025 tech prediction sees our hosts move onto the burgeoning field of IoT. Imagine a world where your devices know you better than you know yourself, from your fridge restocking your milk to your car booking its own service. This seamless integration of technology into our lives is no longer science fiction – it’s a reality that’s fast approaching. The Boardroom examines the potential of smart homes in this episode, where everything from lighting to security systems is interconnected and controlled via a single interface.
Rob shares some intriguing examples of IoT applications in healthcare, such as remote patient monitoring and personalised treatment plans. You’ll also hear about the challenges of IoT, particularly in terms of privacy and security. Ensuring that our connected devices are protected from cyber threats is crucial as we become increasingly reliant on them.
Advania’s 2025 tech predictions: the year starts here
These are just a few of the topics we covered in our latest episode – but the possibilities and predictions for the year ahead are almost endless. Listen to the full episode for a deeper dive into our 2025 tech predictions and to hear the debate on the potential and pitfalls of these technological advances.
