Signal 48% are expanding cloud-native and DevOps practice and 57% are moving from projects to products

Summary

Deloitte argues that an AI-powered technology organisation needs cloud-native, platform-based foundations and ways of working built for speed. In its Tech Spending Outlook, 48% of organisations say they are expanding cloud-native and DevOps practices to better align technology with business needs. Modular, API-first, self-service platforms allow rapid scaling with less infrastructure overhead, while platform engineering keeps governance and reuse consistent across product lines. At the same time, 57% report they are already shifting from project models to product models to bring business and IT closer together. Traditional project teams are expected to give way to lean cross-functional squads aligned with products and value streams, with forward-deployed engineers working alongside customer teams. The report expects stronger ownership, faster iteration and clearer sight of real-world impact as a result.