Future proofing is the act of trying to anticipate future developments and taking action to minimise possible negative consequences.
Electronically stored data, just like paper data, is subject to risk over time. Future proofing electronic data involves the selection of physical media and data formats which are most likely to ensure the continued accessability of the original information.
In the business world future proofing is one name for anticipating market trends and investing in suitable technology.
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