
Figure 1: Consumer Goods Industry DMI Evolution (2020–2029) with Scenario-Based Forecasts
Leader, Average, and Laggard Trajectories under Optimistic, Moderate, and Pessimistic Projections
Consumer Goods Industry Outlook
Digitopia’s forecast shows three possible futures:
Leaders could reach a DMI of 4.12 by 2029—fuelled by AI-first strategies, seamless customer experiences, and operational excellence.
Average companies risk falling behind unless they accelerate investment and break out of incrementalism.
Laggards face existential risk—but with bold moves today, they could leap ahead and redefine their trajectory.
Your actions today will determine whether you thrive or just survive.
The gap will widen—unless you close it now.
3 Requirements to Win in 2030
How to Get There: Requirement 1
Prioritize the Experience
Every digital initiative must enhance the consumer journey—from personalized product design to seamless post-purchase support.
Digital Solutions →
How to Get There: Requirement 2
Go All-In on AI
Adopt an AI-first mindset across every function—from forecasting to fulfillment—to drive responsiveness and innovation.
Artificial Intelligence →
How to Get There: Requirement 3
Empower Your People
Invest in skills, mindset, and collaboration to ensure your teams can fully embrace change and deliver innovation at scale.
Digital Upskilling →
Five Predictions That Will Reshape Consumer Goods
Explore the five most critical shifts shaping the future of consumer goods. These predictions are based on extensive market research and DMI trend data.
- Hyper-Automated Supply Chains
- Evolution of Direct-to-Consumer Models
- Rise of Digital Ecosystems
- Scalable Mass-Customization
- Sustainability as a Brand Driver


How Does Your Digital Maturity Compare?
The 2024 Consumer Goods Digital Maturity Report reveals where companies stand today—and where they need to go. Compare your performance with leaders, average performers, and laggards.
Digitopia’s DMI data shows a growing gap between those moving fast and those falling behind.
Let’s Turn Insight into Action
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