120. IT Trends 2025 with Roy Atkinson

In this episode, we explore the anticipated trends for 2025, focusing on budget predictions, the role of AI in IT support, and the importance of human experience in a rapidly changing technological landscape. The conversation highlights the contradictions in budget expectations, the challenges of AI adoption, and the productivity paradox that arises from new technologies. Practical takeaways for IT leaders are also discussed, emphasizing the need for a human-centric approach in technology implementation. Takeaways 2025 may present contradictory trends in IT. 40% of IT leaders expect only modest budget increases. AI is becoming a standard part of software solutions. AI can enhance both hard and soft skills for agents. Generative AI usage has doubled in the past year. High value work needs to be redefined in the AI era. Human experience will remain vital in technology adoption. The productivity paradox raises questions about AI's effectiveness. Usability of technology is often overlooked in favor of features. Listening to employees is crucial for effective change management. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to 2025 Trends 01:57 Budget Trends and Contradictions 05:12 The Role of AI in Budgeting 11:56 AI Adoption and Its Implications 18:40 The Value of Human Experience 27:05 The Productivity Paradox 32:47 Practical Takeaways for 2025 37:34 Introduction to the Conversation 37:35 Exploring Key Themes in the Discussion To connect with Roy Atkinson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/royatkinson/ To learn more about HappySignals, go to happysignals.com