Intro

Disruption doesn't always arrive with a bang. Oftentimes, it's the ripple effects that redefine industries. In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, Distinguished VP Analyst Daryl Plummer joins host Karen Stokes Lockhart to explore how leaders can better recognize, prioritize and respond to disruption. From the rapid rise of generative AI to shifts in energy infrastructure and the emergence of guardian agents, Plummer shares key insights on how to decode the difference between hype and meaningful transformation.

Tune in to discover:

• Why recognizing the secondary effects of disruption is key to long-term strategy
• How leaders can use self-disruption to overcome organizational inertia
• How to apply the framework of "Recognize, Prioritize, Respond"

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• Attend the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2025 conference
• Watch the full 7 Disruptions Through 2029 You Might Not See Coming
• Explore Gartner Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2025