In an ever-evolving technological landscape, businesses are increasingly turning to outsourced IT support to navigate the complexities of modern IT. As a leading Bristol and North Somerset IT support company, Three Cherries is at the forefront of this shift, offering comprehensive solutions to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Why Outsourced IT Support is Essential

The demand for IT talent is a primary driver of IT outsourcing growth in the UK. For example, a recent survey by PA Consulting and Whitelane Research revealed that 63% of UK organisations plan to maintain or increase their outsourcing levels in the next 12 months, with 83% of public sector organisations and 62% of financial services firms citing access to talent as their main reason for outsourcing. This trend is a response to the intense competition for IT skills and significant cost pressures, pushing organisations to optimise their technology delivery and operating models.

IT Predictions for 2024: Opportunities and Challenges

The Rise of Multicloud and Edge Computing

As highlighted in information from Dell computers, in 2024, multicloud and edge computing are expected to gain prominence. As data continues to grow and become more distributed, organisations will need to manage data across on-premises, edge, and multiple public clouds. This shift will necessitate a more streamlined approach to IT management, focusing on extracting real value from the burgeoning data​​.

Advanced AI at the Edge

AI technologies, particularly at the edge, will see increased implementation in industries like manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and transportation. The ability to process and act on data instantaneously at the edge will be critical for businesses looking to leverage AI for real-time decision-making​​.

Generative AI (GenAI)

Generative AI (GenAI) has become prominent this year with the release of e.g., OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Microsoft’s Copilot (embedded in popular 365 apps), Google’s Bard, Twitter’s Grok, and many more. Leading tech coimmentators predict that this is set to move from proof of concept to productivity gains in 2024. This advancement will see the development of smaller, more efficient AI models, necessitating less power-hungry infrastructure. Open-source AI tools will become more prevalent, promoting AI accessibility, innovation, and transparency​​.

The Evolving PC Ecosystem

The PC ecosystem is also predicted to evolve with AI integration, offering more intuitive, bi-directional interactions between humans and computers. This will improve user experience through voice, visual commands, and gestures, leading to a more personalised and efficient computing experience​​.

How Three Cherries Can Help Your Business Navigate IT Challenges in 2024

Customised IT Solutions

Three Cherries understands the unique needs of each business and provides customised IT solutions to harness the power of multicloud, edge computing, and GenAI effectively.

Expertise in Emerging Technologies

With a team of experts well-versed in the latest IT trends, Three Cherries can help businesses leverage emerging technologies such as AI at the edge and advanced PC ecosystems.

Proactive IT Management

We offer proactive IT management, ensuring that your business stays ahead of IT trends and challenges, thereby maximising productivity and efficiency.

Security and Compliance

As technologies evolve, so do the security risks. Three Cherries provides robust business IT security solutions to protect your data and ensure compliance with evolving regulations.

Scalable and Flexible Services

Our services are scalable and flexible, designed to grow with your business and adapt to the ever-changing IT landscape.

As we step into 2024, the need for expert IT support is more critical than ever. Three Cherries, with its deep understanding of emerging IT trends and challenges, is perfectly positioned to help businesses in Bristol and North Somerset stay ahead of the curve. By partnering with us, you can ensure that your business not only keeps pace with technological advancements but also leverages them for growth and success.