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Gartner, Hype Cycle for Strategy and Strategic Planning Technologies, 2025, Ethan Budgar, Sean Kumar, Ana Guerra, Jeff Cribbs, 22 July 2025

Hype Cycle for Strategy and Strategic Planning Technologies, 2025

In today's rapidly changing market, traditional strategic planning falls short. Gartner®️ Hype Cycle for Strategy and Strategic Planning Technologies, 2025, report reveals how emerging technologies are revolutionizing the way organizations formulate, plan, and execute strategy.
This essential report guides enterprise and IT executives in making informed investment decisions. It highlights innovations that enable faster, more intelligent, and goal-aligned financial and strategic planning through four key themes:

  • AI for strategic insights: Harness AI for deeper insights, enhanced forecasting, and automated intelligence.
  • Dynamic Digital Planning: Transition from static plans to continuous, adaptive processes with cutting-edge digital tools.
  • Evolving tech for strategy communication: Boost engagement and clarity using AI, data visualization, and collaborative platforms.
  • New approaches for optimizing strategy execution: Discover evolving practices that streamline implementation and ensure desired outcomes.

Download the Gartner®️ Hype Cycle for Strategy and Strategic Planning Technologies, 2025, report and empower your organization for future-ready strategic decisions.

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