60 Technology Trends that Will and Will Not Shape 2027

Separating Technology Hype from Commercial Reality
As technology innovation accelerates, the gap between emerging capabilities and commercial readiness is becoming increasingly clear. AI is moving into physical environments, connectivity providers are exploring new revenue opportunities, and industries are prioritizing solutions that deliver measurable results. Yet infrastructure constraints, rising costs, and integration challenges continue to limit what can scale.
This whitepaper from ABI Research presents 60 predictions for 2027, examining the technologies poised to gain momentum and those unlikely to meet expectations. Drawing on insights across nearly 30 technology areas, the report explores how market dynamics, investment priorities, and operational realities will shape adoption across industries.
Topics Covered
- AI and Robotics: Physical AI, cloud robotics orchestration, dynamic model routing, and the limitations of humanoid robots
- 5G, Cloud, and Networks: Premium 5G services, edge AI, distributed AI infrastructure, and neocloud consolidation
- Cybersecurity and Digital Trust: Hardware-based security, regulatory compliance, digital identity, and AI authentication challenges
- Industrial Automation: Brownfield modernization, software-defined automation, and practical digital twin deployments
- Supply Chain and Logistics: AI-driven decision intelligence, warehouse orchestration, and changing system integrator roles
- Connected Technologies: Wi-Fi 8, ultra-wideband, smart glasses, and evolving IoT connectivity requirements
- Energy and Smart Infrastructure: Grid-enhancing technologies, building optimization, and the limits of autonomous operations
Download the whitepaper to explore the 60 technology trends that will and will not shape 2027, and understand the opportunities, constraints, and market shifts influencing technology decisions in the year ahead.

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