Crossing the Adoption Chasm
The Adoption Chasm is a familiar metaphor for technology manufacturers and consumers. It is a map of the lifecycle of technology solutions that identifies key phases in technology adoption. |
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The "chasm" between early adoption and majority adoption is a result of the perceived risk
and complexity of deploying technology solutions.
IT organizations who see the benefits of being at the leading edge of technology innovation are willing to assume higher perceived risk and become early adopters. However, the majority of IT organizations take a more conservative approach. These organizations want integrated, scalable, manageable solutions that are easy to deploy and reduce the perceived risk of new technology deployment. Firefly's approach to accelerating technology adoption focuses on reducing risk and complexity:
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