2025 Technology Trends: What to Watch For In the Year Ahead

By Scott Frappier | January 29, 2025

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At Stoneridge, our team is constantly learning and looking at new ways to help our clients adapt and thrive so you can achieve your goals and propel your business forward.

That includes staying informed on the exciting and innovative tools shaping the technology landscape in 2025. In this blog, we’ll unpack some of our top technology predictions for 2025 and highlight how Stoneridge can help you use them to increase revenue and foster strong customer relationships.

The Big Picture: Emerging 2025 Technology Trends

Technological advancements are happening faster than ever, proven by AI’s meteoric rise throughout 2024. Innovations go from concept to implementation quicker every year. In the same vein, they are becoming easier to learn and businesses across sectors are using them to achieve tangible results rapidly.

I anticipate 2025 to continue that trend. Here are some standouts I think we will see in the year to come:

1. Agentic AI: The Year of Intelligent Agents

2025 will be the “Year of Agents,” where agentic AI will play a pivotal role in automating and optimizing business processes. These intelligent agents go beyond traditional AI by autonomously handling tasks, making decisions, and improving operations without constant human oversight.

For instance, multi-agent systems will enable seamless interactions between AI entities, handling complex tasks collaboratively. Businesses can leverage these agents to:

  • Automate workflows, such as data imports and configuration in ERP systems.
  • Conduct advanced analyses, like comparing project deliverables with statements of work.
  • Optimize operations by using agents as virtual assistants in customer support or operations.

Dynamics 365 Customer Service and Microsoft Copilot Studio already offer powerful automated agent and chatbot solutions to help you create agents and tailor their capabilities to suit your needs.

2. IoT (Internet of Things): Scaling Connectivity

IoT provides businesses with unprecedented connectivity and insights. From manufacturing floors to logistics operations, IoT devices enable real-time monitoring and data-driven decisions. Key applications include:

  • Machine Automation: Monitoring equipment like brake presses to schedule maintenance based on real-time data.
  • Telematics: Using IoT-enabled sensors to gather performance metrics and feed data into systems like Dynamics 365.
  • Third-Party Integrations: Leveraging low-cost devices to retrofit legacy equipment with modern connectivity.

IoT adoption is no longer a technological hurdle but an engineering challenge—one Stoneridge excels at addressing with innovative solutions tailored to specific industries.

3. Quantum Computing: A Future to Watch

While quantum computing is still in its infancy for commercial applications, advancements like Google’s Willow processor highlight its potential. The processor’s ability to perform calculations that traditional computers would take millennia to complete opens doors to:

  • Revolutionizing cryptography.
  • Enhancing machine learning models.
  • Tackling optimization problems at unprecedented speeds.

However, practical applications for most businesses remain 5-10 years away, meaning it’s more of an innovation to watch - or even prepare - for rather than implement immediately.

4. Data Centricity: The Power of Analytics

Data remains the lifeblood of digital transformation. In 2025, businesses must adopt advanced data practices, including:

  • Data Lakes: Centralized repositories for managing unstructured and structured data.
  • AI-Driven Insights: Leveraging analytics tools powered by large language models (LLMs) to extract actionable intelligence.
  • Data Security: Protecting sensitive information with robust governance frameworks.

Stoneridge’s data practice has expanded, enabling clients to transition from basic reporting to advanced predictive analytics using tools like Microsoft’s Power BI, Fabric, and Azure Data Lake.

The Road Ahead: Preparing for the AI Revolution

The AI landscape has seen unprecedented growth, particularly in large language models (LLMs) and productivity tools like Microsoft Copilot. These advancements enable businesses to:

  • Automate repetitive tasks with tools like Microsoft Copilot Studio.
  • Enhance customer interactions through conversational AI agents.
  • Improve coding efficiency with AI-generated scripts and workflows.

However, the real challenge lies in understanding the best ways to integrate AI technologies into existing workflows. At Stoneridge, our experts can help you effectively adopt AI by assessing your governance, security, and usability requirements before implementation. By doing this prework, you and your team can use Copilot in the everyday Microsoft tools that power your business.

Manufacturing and AI: A Perfect Match

In industries like manufacturing, integrating AI and IoT offers transformative potential. From retrofitting aging equipment with IoT sensors to using machine learning for predictive maintenance, there are many ways you can use it to improve manufacturing processes. For example:

  • Sound-Based Monitoring: Training AI models to detect anomalies in machine operations using audio inputs.
  • Camera-Based Insights: Employing computer vision to optimize workflows, such as monitoring grain truck lines at agricultural facilities.
  • Automated Maintenance Alerts: Creating AI agents that track usage patterns and preemptively recommend servicing.

Stoneridge’s expertise ensures clients can harness these innovations without overhauling existing infrastructure.

Looking Beyond 2025 Technology Trends: What’s Next?

As we look to the future, technologies like AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) and superintelligence remain on the horizon. While these concepts may take years to materialize, their trajectory highlights the importance of keeping your business knowledgeable about innovations and technologies. You will eventually want to implement them in your business, especially if your competitors plan to.

At Stoneridge, we’re committed to helping businesses stay competitive by adopting the latest technologies and understanding their practical applications. Our approach combines strategic foresight with hands-on implementation, thoughtful teaching, and proactive support. These core principles ensure our clients derive real value from every investment.

Partner with Stoneridge for the Future

The pace of technological change shows no signs of slowing, but with the right partner, you can stay ahead of the curve.

Contact us today to explore how we can transform your business with cutting-edge solutions and expert insights.

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