In this exclusive VMblog predictions series, five leading technology
executives share their insights on what to expect in 2025. From
cybersecurity governance to AI integration and infrastructure evolution,
these experts outline the key trends that will shape the technology
landscape.
Jeffrey Wheatman, Senior Vice President, Cyber Risk Strategist at Black
Kite, predicts a significant shift in corporate governance. He
anticipates that over 50% of Russell 3000 companies will incorporate
third-party and supply chain risk as a standing board agenda item. This
change reflects the growing importance of organizational resilience and
the need for proactive risk management at the highest corporate levels.
Tim Doiron, VP of Marketing at Infinera, highlights three crucial
developments in optical networking and AI convergence:
- Advanced adoption of 800G coherent pluggables with 3nm DSP technology
- Standardization of channel spacing for simplified network operations
- Expansion of managed optical fiber networks (MOFIN) globally,
particularly in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa
Michael Wu, President and GM at Phison US, outlines three major
AI-related trends:
- AI at the edge, with companies customizing large language models for
specific applications
- Increased demand for high-density storage drives to optimize power
efficiency in AI centers
- Growth in customized storage solutions, including DIY SSDs for
enterprise needs
Margaret Hoagland, VP of Global Sales and Marketing at SIOS Technology,
forecasts that IT generalists will take on greater responsibility for
critical applications and databases management, driving demand for more
automated and user-friendly HA and DR solutions.
Peter Corless, Director of Product Marketing at StarTree, predicts
significant changes in real-time analytics, including:
- Simplified integration of data pipeline tools
- Built-in observability as a fundamental architectural component
- Consolidation of observability data platforms
- Disaggregation of visualization, data storage, and telemetry agent
layers
These predictions highlight the increasing convergence of AI,
infrastructure, and security considerations in enterprise technology,
suggesting a 2025 marked by significant advances in automation,
integration, and risk management.