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Artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative megatrend with the potential to reshape industries of the future. AI is poised to drive unprecedented changes that redefine how businesses create and deliver value, including revolutionizing customer experience (CX), operational efficiency, and IT operations. Its profound impact on compan...

The 2020s have been dubbed the decade of energy storage, and 2024 confirmed this to be true. Battery energy storage CAPEX surged to $65.6 billion, up from $48.9 billion in 2023. This was achieved despite a reduction in battery pack costs in 2024 that meant project costs declined by around 10% across all geographies. The ongoing clean energy transit...

Solar PV accounted for 45% of all power generation investment in 2024, and is forecast to maintain this throughout the next decade. Inflation drove up project costs in 2023, but lower module and PV inverter costs meant costs started to decline in 2023 and continued to decline in 2024–a rarity for the power industry.Residential, commercial, and indu...

The smart buildings industry is growing rapidly, spurred by technology advancements and the rising need for energy efficiency and sustainability. Building automation systems (BAS) are increasingly integrated with HVAC, lighting, and security systems with centralized platforms to maximize building performance and minimize energy use. This transforma...

Climate change is an unavoidable force shaping today’s world, regardless of political debates or resistance to scientific consensus. Its physical impacts, such as damage to infrastructure, disruption of supply chains, rising insurance costs, and increased financial risk, are visible daily. While the effects of global warming will only intensify, mo...

This deliverable focuses on the major trends in the machines industry, as companies look to identify and invest in areas that support energy savings. Many emerging developments aim to achieve a balance between efficiency and growth. In the IIoT era, manufacturers are looking to identify emerging industries to target that will likely become key cont...

The infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) and platform-as-a-service (PaaS) market continues to grow at a fast pace in Latin America. Digitalization of economies, as seen worldwide, depends on cloud infrastructure and platforms. Their role is to accelerate modernization, enabling the migration of applications and data to the cloud and powering new wave...

The global audio conferencing devices market is experiencing a pivotal shift, driven by technological innovation, evolving workplace norms, and the growing demand for inclusive and secure communication solutions. While 2024 saw a slowdown in revenue growth, the long-term outlook remains strong, with the market expected to more than double by 2031. ...

Facility management (FM) is shifting from a support role to a strategic enabler of sustainability, resilience, and long-term value. Driven by ESG mandates and smart technologies like IoT, AI, and cloud platforms, FM now supports real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and data-driven decisions. These innovations improve efficiency and enable ...