This IDC Perspective provides our top 5 key takeaways from CES 2025 related to industry ecosystems, including observation, analysis, and guidance."CES is one of the only technology events that truly brings a collective set of partners together from the private and public sectors — it is clear that the future of technology in every industry remains exciting, dynamic, and impactful for our personal and work lives," said Jeff Hojlo, research vice president, Industry Ecosystem Strategies and Manufacturing Insights, IDC. "At CES 2026, we expect to see continued evolution of the five trends outlined in this piece."
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Ecosystem Partnerships Are the New Leadership
High-Tech Collaboration and Co-innovation Start with Data Unification
Physical AI Is Coming, World Foundation Models Will Be a Key Market Accelerator
Digital Twins Are a Real Technology Strategy
Autonomous Vehicle Innovation Is Accelerating (Again) Because of AI
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