Amidst the rapidly evolving digital landscape, we at Centelon see Australian leaders navigate change and steer their firms toward innovation. In 2025, emerging tech trends will redefine how businesses operate, compete, and thrive. Our research into the innovations to come offers insights into what’s next for tech leaders and technology in Australia, in an era of unparalleled
digital growth and disruption.
Key Trends in IT Spend Priorities for 2025
According to a recent report by Gartner on the top priorities for 2025, Australian technology
leaders are aligning spends with critical priorities that address both immediate challenges and
long-term growth. Ranging from cybersecurity to modernisation, these trends highlight the
evolving role of IT as a strategic enabler for business resilience and innovation. We found four
key areas that are likely to shape IT investment strategies for the year ahead:
Nearly 4 in every 5 Australian leaders say that managing cybersecurity and other technology risks is a leading priority.
With threats evolving quicker than ever, cybersecurity is the cornerstone of IT strategy in 2025.
Organisations are under immense pressure to safeguard their operations, data, and customer trust. Beyond protection, addressing regulatory compliance and managing third-party risks are equally critical.
The average cost of a data breach in 2025 is projected to surpass $5 million per incident, making cybersecurity a non-negotiable priority
Nearly 3 in every 5 Australian leaders consider managing technology financials to be essential for their organisation.
CIOs are increasingly expected to optimise IT budgets and deliver measurable value against every dollar spent. The focus isn’t just on cost-cutting but on creating a financial strategy that aligns technology investments with organisational goals.
More than 50% of Australian leaders plan to centre their efforts around demonstrating business value of IT.
As businesses become more technology-driven, CIOs face mounting pressure to translate technical success into business outcomes. Stakeholders want clear, measurable insights into how IT initiatives drive revenue, improve efficiency, or enhance customer experience.
1 in every 2 Australian leaders say innovating and modernising enterprise applications is an important focus area.
Legacy systems continue to be a barrier to agility and innovation. Modernising these applications is crucial for enabling scalability, reducing technical debt, and unlocking new capabilities that can support business transformation.
How can technology leaders meet these tech priorities and ensure that their IT strategies foster
continuity as well as long-term success?
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