Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and the future of IT specialists looks very different from just a few years ago. The classic paradigm, where programmers’ work was predominantly centered on coding, is shifting to a more complex model where understanding business processes is just as important as technical skills.
A paradigm shift: IT and business processes go hand in hand
In a recent discussion, Bogdan Florea, Co-CEO and founder of Connections Consult, spoke about the direction the IT industry is heading and how specialists need to adapt their skillsets. In his view, the future of IT professionals lies not only in their technical knowledge but also in a deep understanding of clients’ business needs and processes:
This shift requires a transformation of the traditional IT specialist role into that of a consultant who can communicate effectively and align technological solutions with the strategic objectives of organizations.
An opportunity for specialization: business intelligence and global infrastructure
With rapid advances in artificial intelligence and automation, more and more foundational technological processes can be accomplished with minimal human intervention. In this context, specialists who focus exclusively on a narrow set of technical skills risk becoming irrelevant. To thrive, they must broaden their expertise, including gaining a solid understanding of operational and strategic processes within organizations.
“IT specialists should either choose to explore business concepts and operational processes or specialize in infrastructure, but in an integrated manner, understanding how all components work together,” adds Bogdan Florea.