Collectively and individually, we wonder what the 21st century will bring and how we can make valuable contributions to it. Citing what he believes the century holds in store, Georgia Tech President Wayne Clough recently pointed to several megatrends that present opportunities and challenges for the Institute. Technology is ubiquitous. Computing is pervasive. Internet plus information equals unlimited access.
Talent is dominant.
The population is diversified. Entrepreneurs have the edge. The economy is globally networked. Research drives innovation. Georgia Tech must not merely respond to these megatrends, but also use them to its advantage, Clough says.