Do you remember Kodak? In 1997, it dominated 85% of the global photography market and employed around 160,000 people. Yet, when mobile cameras surged, Kodak failed to adapt and eventually collapsed, taking thousands of jobs with it.
Kodak wasn’t alone. Many well-known brands vanished simply because they failed to evolve:
- HMT (Watches)
- Bajaj (Scooters)
- Dyanora (Television)
- Murphy (Radio)
- Nokia (Mobile Phones)
- Rajdoot (Motorcycles)
- Ambassador (Cars)
None of them disappeared due to poor quality; they simply didn’t innovate.
The Future is Uncertain—But Change is Inevitable
Over the next decade, an estimated 70% to 90% of today’s jobs will disappear. The Fourth Industrial Revolution—driven by AI, automation, and digital transformation—will reshape industries beyond recognition.
Disruptive Companies are Leading the Way
Consider today’s industry leaders:
- Uber – The biggest taxi company, yet it owns no cars.
- Airbnb – The largest hotel chain, yet it owns no hotels.
- Paytm, Ola, Oyo – Digital platforms disrupting traditional businesses.
Even the legal profession is being transformed. In the U.S., AI like IBM’s Watson analyzes legal cases faster and more accurately than human lawyers. By 2030, as much as 90% of U.S. jobs may disappear, leaving only highly skilled professionals in demand.
AI in Healthcare & the Future of Transportation
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing healthcare. AI-powered systems diagnose diseases, including cancer, four times more accurately than doctors. By 2030, AI could surpass human intelligence entirely.
The transportation industry is also on the brink of disruption:
- 90% of today’s cars will be obsolete within 20 years.
- Electric and self-driving vehicles will take over.
- Accidents will reduce by 99%.
- Car insurance and traffic police may become unnecessary.
As autonomous vehicles become the norm, professions linked to traditional driving will disappear.
The Evolution of Commerce & Money
Change happens faster than we realize:
- Public phone booths vanished with mobile phones.
- Recharge shops became obsolete with online top-ups.
- Most phone sales now happen online through Amazon and Flipkart.
Even money is evolving—from cash to digital payments. Today, a single click on Paytm can complete transactions, eliminating the need for physical currency.
Adapt or Disappear
History has a clear message: Those who fail to adapt are left behind. The world is transforming at an unprecedented pace, and survival depends on innovation. Keep learning, stay ahead, and embrace the future.
The choice is yours—evolve or become obsolete.