Gartner Hype Cycle
Whatis.com, February 8th, 2023
The Gartner Hype Cycle is a graphical representation of the lifecycle stages a technology goes through from the initial development to its commercial availability and adoption, as well as its eventual decline and obsolescence. It was developed by the research company Gartner.
The hype cycle's stages are often used as reference points in marketing and technology reporting, as well as to guide technology decisions by their level of comfort with risk. Each stage of the cycle is associated with its own risks and opportunities.
What are the 5 phases of the Gartner Hype Cycle?
The five phases of the Gartner Hype Cycle are described below.