Gartner Predictions for Mobile and Wireless in 2016
In this new phase of mobility, wireless and mobile technologies expand our real world beyond simple smart devices, creating new digital worlds. IT leaders and vendors are challenged by new privacy and security threats from new technology sources.
Key Findings
- By 2018, the number of organizations managing a portion of their PCs/Macs with an enterprise mobility management (EMM) system will rise from less than 1% today to 40%.
- By 2018, 5 million people will have enterprise-confidential information on their smartwatches.
- By 2020, the impact of interruptions on human effectiveness will cause 40% of enterprises to restrict notifications on wearables and smartphones.
- By year-end 2020, the largest smartphone brand will be Chinese.
