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A Look Back on 2024
Looking back at our 2024 software predictions, AI and machine learning (AI/ML) have continued their rapid expansion. In medical devices, AI/ML applications surged, with over 350 approved or pending devices by 2023 and 100 more added in 2024, particularly in radiology. Robotics also advanced as AI-driven vision and navigation systems powered semi-autonomous solutions. Drone delivery pilots expanded across the U.S., though regulatory hurdles slowed broader adoption. Despite challenges, these trends are accelerating, positioning AI, robotics, and medical software innovation for even greater breakthroughs in the coming years. Boston Engineering remains at the forefront, driving these advancements forward.
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2024 Trends in Software Technology
The software team at Boston Engineering keeps a close eye on emerging technologies and trends that are shaping the future. Here are some of the key areas we will be watching in 2024:
AI and Machine Learning
We expect to see massive growth continue in the use of Digital Solutions like AI and machine learning (AI/ML) software across defense, commercial, medical, and industrial sectors. Key applications include:
- Medical diagnostics
- Supply chain data analysis
- Core control algorithms in robotics systems
The companies that will gain competitive advantage will be those that can integrate this
technology fastest in the coming years.
Robotics
On the robotics front, commercial aerial robotics for package delivery is poised for huge expansion. This will drive demand for advanced software for navigation, vision systems, and more. Commercial space robotics, while still in its infancy, holds promise for automated servicing and positioning in space.
Medical Devices
The medical device industry will see strong growth thanks to an aging population and advances in software capabilities and IoT/device connectivity. The software we’ll be writing in the coming year will advance the fields of patient monitoring and diagnostics, collecting the data used to develop new therapies. We would expect this data to be employed alongside other software advances, including analytics and AI/machine learning.
Software and Connectivity
Software continues to expand its capabilities across industries. Key focus areas include more advanced analytics, AI/ML integration, IoT and connectivity. New languages like Rust are also garnering attention for their potential, especially in embedded systems, due to features like memory safety.
At Boston Engineering, we pride ourselves on being at the leading edge of software technology and innovation. Our software team is excited about the future, and we look forward to developing novel solutions that impact 2024 and beyond.
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