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EMC recently partnered with research firm Vanson Bourne to explore the changing expectations of the Information Generation, defined as, “a growing community of digital citizens connected to a global network that puts the world’s information at their fingertips.” These individuals want faster, round-the-clock access to services; and crave more personalized digitized experiences they can access anytime, anywhere, from their smart device. The Federal government recognizes these trends. And, with efforts like 18F, is working to meet the new expectations of the Information Generation. This said, more change, and more opportunity is ahead. By 2020, the Internet will connect seven billion people on the planet, 30 billion devices, and 10 million businesses. As explained in the Information Generation report, all of this points to an even more data-driven future, marked by five fundamental shifts:
To support these shifts, agencies need new, agile infrastructures that allow them to store, protect, analyze, and share data more easily and more cost effectively than in the past. They will need secure hybrid cloud infrastructures and data lakes that enable them to connect enterprise data – and gain new insights. Earlier this year, I joined EMC because I’m excited about the opportunity to help the Federal government realize the opportunity for progress, and I look forward to working together with our Federal team, partners, and customers as we take the next steps. Interested in learning more about the Information Generation? Read more here. Author information |
