The Future 100: 2025

The B2B landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological advancements, evolving customer expectations and increasing competition.

To succeed in this dynamic environment, B2B companies must prioritize accurate forecasting, streamline digital experiences, and attract and retain top talent. This report highlights key trends that will shape the future of B2B in 2025 and beyond.

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Key trends include:

Superforecasters

Predicting the future is a carefully crafted business and one where humans still outpace AI. Superforecasters are those with a solid track record of accurate predictions, making them leaders in advising individuals, businesses and governments of the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Why it's interesting
B2B companies need accurate forecasts to inform strategic planning, investment decisions, and risk management. Superforecasters, with their proven track record of accurate predictions, can provide valuable insights into complex global issues, helping B2B companies make informed choices and mitigate risks.

Digital Simplicity

76% of people say there’s too much clutter on most websites these days, and 71% are interested in the idea of an “information diet.” With people overwhelmed by information, brands are responding with simplicity.

Why it's interesting
As B2B interactions increasingly occur online, streamlined and user-friendly digital experiences are crucial for efficiency and customer satisfaction. By simplifying website navigation, streamlining processes, and providing easy access to essential information, B2B companies can improve customer engagement, reduce friction and drive online sales.

New Hiring Paradigms

Employers are facing a global talent crisis. As the working-age population is set to contract by 25% on average over the next 20 years, hiring managers are drowning in a sea of low-quality, AI-crafted resumes. Brands are adopting creative tactics to hire and support a new generation of talent in the workplace.

Why it's interesting
In a competitive job market, B2B companies need to attract and retain top talent to drive innovation and growth. By adopting creative hiring strategies, such as gamified recruitment processes and skills-based assessments, B2B companies can stand out from the crowd and attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.