Phil Simon Livres

For decades, our relationship with workplace technology has been complicated, a situation exacerbated by the pandemic. Astonishingly, two in three employers struggle to find qualified candidates for open IT positions, with a projected shortage of 500,000 software developers in the US by 2024. This imbalance in supply and demand has profound effects: nearly three in four technology leaders are unable to focus on strategic priorities, and many organizations face challenges due to IT's inability to provide necessary tools. The rise of remote and hybrid work has intensified the need for new applications to tackle logistical issues. Organizations now find themselves at a crossroads, needing urgent solutions to these tech problems. In this context, a new approach emerges. The author, a renowned workplace technology expert, explores how powerful new tools and a new breed of employees—citizen developers—are helping organizations meet critical business needs while reducing dependence on costly software developers. This insightful analysis, filled with examples and practical advice, arrives at a crucial moment, offering a roadmap for navigating the evolving landscape of business applications.