What your business will look like in 2030

For many companies across various sectors, COVID-19 was a wake-up call, showing that rapid transformation was not only possible, but essential. Businesses discovered they could pivot and go digital in days rather than years, and launch new services almost overnight. For fledgling startups and established enterprises alike, the 2020s were no longer just about growing a business; but about constantly improving and adapting.

Now imagine a world in which human resources are replaced by automation, outsourcing, and self-organizing teams. Or a world of AI aides, hologram meetings, and virtual training in the Metaverse. Far from a work of science fiction, these new technologies are shaping the future of work as we know it. But can we predict what your business will need to compete in 2030 and decades beyond?

Keeping up with customers & clients

The work environment is changing so quickly that planning for your business in 2030 can feel overwhelming. And with so many variables in play, making predictions based solely on recent trends isn’t enough. To look to the future, try these groundbreaking technologies, which will entirely transform the way businesses operate and connect with their customers.

  1. Artificial Intelligence: Algorithms that can automate complex decision-making and thought processes? That’s Artificial Intelligence. AI is primed to revolutionize human-machine interactions. It’s not just about speed and efficiency anymore; the next big tech milestone is a system that knows what you need before you even ask.
  2. Augmented Reality: AR adds digital layers—visual or auditory—to your real-world experience. For businesses, it can make things like training and data visualization more interactive. Imagine seeing a life-sized 3D chart at a meeting or testing a machine design in real space before it’s built.
  3. Virtual Reality for Business: Unlike AR, which mixes digital elements with the real world, VR is fully immersive computer generated 3-D simulations. From virtual meetings and training to AI “cobots” that mine work data for you, VR has numerous applications for businesses. Industries like education, entertainment, and healthcare are on the cusp of transformative changes thanks to VR tech.
  4. 3D Printing: Imagine a machine that custom-makes everything from car parts to human tissue. 3D printing is changing the game by layering materials to create three-dimensional objects. 
  5. Robotics: Robotics combines smart machines with advanced sensing and control features to either take over, improve, or help out with human tasks. You’ll find these clever robots, or “bots”, making waves in sectors ranging from healthcare and education to manufacturing and research.

Staying steps ahead of the competition

By 2030, the business landscape will be vastly different than it is today. Augmented and virtual reality will be everyday tools that create immersive work environments, while AI will turn data into actionable insights and streamline work processes. 

If you’re interested in immersive collaboration tools for business, consider Immersive-FX. Imagine clocking into work with Digidome™, where your office and workflow is fully interactive and you can connect with anyone, anywhere, at any time. 

As we venture into this new decade and beyond, the fusion of digital and physical realities will make even remote work an outdated concept, while the boundaries between sectors blur into a unified, dynamic marketplace.