2025 Technology Trends: A Bird’s‑Eye View

Introduction

Innovation is moving at such a clip that even seasoned professionals need a guide to keep up. McKinsey’s annual technology trends outlook notes that this year’s developments are driving innovation across sectors and unlocking new possibilities at the intersections of robotics, bioengineering and energy systems [1]. Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t a single trend; it’s an amplifier that touches everything from manufacturing to healthcare.

Automation is Still Hot

Automation is another major driver of change. Gartner defines hyperautomation as a disciplined, business‑driven approach that organizations use to rapidly identify, vet and automate as many processes as possible. This methodology builds on robotic process automation (RPA) by incorporating AI, machine learning and advanced analytics to achieve end‑to‑end automation [2].

The Near-Shore Trend

These automation capabilities dovetail with broader supply‑chain changes. A Deloitte survey summarized by Freed‑Hardeman University found that 47 percent of manufacturers plan to nearshore in the next two years to diversify and de‑risk their networks [3]. Businesses are shifting away from distant offshore models toward regional partnerships. Supply Chain Management Review explains that nearshoring moves production and sourcing to nearby friendly countries where labor costs remain competitive, reducing the risk of supply‑chain disruptions [7]. This strategy reflects a desire for tighter collaboration and resilience in the face of geopolitical and logistical uncertainty.

Low/No-Code Development

At the same time, low‑ and no‑code development platforms are democratizing software creation. Research summarized by AIMMultiple forecasts that 70 percent of new applications developed by organizations will use low‑code or no‑code technologies by 2025, up from less than 25 percent in 2020 [4]. By lowering technical barriers, these platforms allow business users to build apps and workflows without waiting for scarce developer resources. This democratization complements hyperautomation, enabling “citizen developers” to automate routine tasks and free IT teams to focus on strategic projects.

Mobile and Web

Mobile and web experiences are also converging. Nucamp’s 2025 guide highlights that Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) offer fast loading times, offline functionality and cross‑platform compatibility, boosting user engagement and revenue for companies like Pinterest and Alibaba [5]. Meanwhile, a Hughes analysis of 5G and augmented reality notes that 5G delivers ultra‑low latency (as low as one millisecond!) and significantly faster speeds, enabling the real‑time performance needed for immersive applications [6]. These advances blur the line between native apps and websites, making it easier for businesses to deliver seamless experiences across devices.

2025 is not just about new tools; it’s about smarter ways of working, building and collaborating.

Sources:

1. McKinsey & Company. “Technology Trends Outlook 2025.” https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/mckinsey-digital/our-insights/technology-trends-outlook

2. MuleSoft (quoting Gartner). “What Is Hyperautomation?” https://www.mulesoft.com/resources/api/what-is-hyperautomation

3. Freed‑Hardeman University (citing Deloitte). “What Supply Chain Taught Me About Control (and Letting Go).” https://fhu.edu/cob-newsletter/what-supply-chain-taught-me-about-control-and-letting-go

4. AIMultiple (summarizing Gartner). “Low-Code/No-Code Statistics.” https://www.aimultiple.com/low-code-statistics

5. Nucamp. “Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) in 2025: The Future of Web and Mobile Integration.” https://www.nucamp.co/blog/coding-bootcamp-full-stack-web-and-mobile-development-2025-progressive-web-apps-pwas-in-2025-the-future-of-web-and-mobile-integration

6. Hughes. “The Intersection of 5G and Augmented Reality: Opportunities and Challenges.” https://www.hughes.com/uk/insights/blog/intersection-5g-and-augmented-reality-opportunities-and-challenges

7. Supply Chain Management Review. “How Nearshoring Is Shaping Investment Decisions.” https://www.scmr.com/article/how_nearshoring_is_shaping_investment_decisions