Data sources
To ensure completeness and reliability, primary and not interpreted by experts evidence of technology development became the basis for the research:
- published scientific articles;
- obtained patents;
- investments in technology companies;
- vacancies and resumes;
- publications in the media and press releases of telecommunications and IT companies;
- user search queries.
A holistic analysis of all types of sources gives a comprehensive overview of information and communication technologies development, from fundamental and scientific problems to their practical application in products and solutions.
Analysis of the content of scientific publications shows the level of interest of the scientific community in certain topics.
Patent analysis
demonstrates transition of interest in the subject from theory to practice.
Investment analysis
shows the level of investors’ readiness to finance technology startups in certain areas.
Analysis of transactions, IPOs, mergers and acquisitions
demonstrates investment opportunities, which affect the probability and speed of trends implementation in everyday life.
Labor market analysis
gives an idea of demand for technologies in the professional environment. Results analysis provides a ground for estimation of deficit or surplus of human resources in each trend, and determination of promising areas for competencies increase.
Analysis of references in the industry media and search queries
indicates the interest of the general public in mass adoption of solutions based on certain trends.