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Word of the Day: Laggard
When purchasing new technology, would you call yourself an early adopter or a laggard?
On the technology adoption curve, I am a laggard.
In the world of technology, the term laggard describes people or groups who are slow to adopt new innovations.
A laggard is typically the last to embrace new technology compared to others.
For example, in any technology rollout, you often find early adopters who are eager to try new gadgets and tools.
On the other hand, laggards take their time, preferring to stick with what they know until they see the latest tech proven to be effective and necessary.
Early adopters eagerly line up to get the latest model.
They were the ones sleeping in front of the Apple store in the early aughts before a new iPhone was released.
They enjoy being the first to explore new features.
In contrast, laggards watch from a distance, hesitant to make the leap to new technology.
They may worry about compatibility or simply feel unsure about the benefits of change.
The concept of laggards isn’t limited to just smartphones.
It applies to any innovation, be it software, apps, or even social media platforms.
Companies often study their customer base to identify who the laggards are.
By understanding their concerns, businesses can better address the fears that keep laggards from embracing new technology.
To get laggards on the adoption curve earlier, a company might offer educational workshops to help them become comfortable with the latest advancements.
This approach can reduce the gap between early adopters and laggards, ensuring everyone can take full advantage of new tech at an early stage.
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