David Furlonger is a Vice President and Gartner Research Fellow based in North America. His research focus is as a futurist, analyzing how long-term business and technology trends strategically impact societies, industries, governments, and organizations. In 2007 he initiated Gartner's research theme titled "The Future of Money," and later launched Gartner's blockchain research and Center of Excellence.Christophe Uzureau is a Vice President at Gartner, based in Asia Pacific. His research focuses on how blockchain and tokenization enable new assets, products, and services to generate business and consumer value. His analysis explores the evolution of digital business, taking into account emerging technology and innovations as well as their impact on customer behavior.You can find the authors at:David Furlonger: twitter.com/davidfurl, linkedin.com/in/davidfurlongerChristophe Uzureau: linkedin.com/in/christophe-uzureau-6501618

Advance Praise for The Real Business of Blockchain:"I don't care who you are, you simply cannot grasp the full potential of blockchain without reading this book. The authors take you on an educational journey, from the painfully complex to the embarrassingly simple." -- John Geyer, CEO, MetLife Digital Ventures"Blockchain has the potential to ignite major structural change across the asset management and asset servicing industry. This book, The Real Business of Blockchain, offers business leaders a pragmatic and insightful assessment as to how digital assets can be harnessed for enterprise and broader market benefits. It is essential reading for industry practitioners." -- Pete Cherecwich, President, Corporate & Institutional Services, Northern Trust Corporation"Blockchain is here, with the promise to transform supply chains along with customer expectations of safety, transparency, and cost. Beyond highlighting efficiency gains, the authors provide a clear road map for leaders to future-proof their businesses. Don't wait to take part." -- Julia Anderson, Global CIO, Smithfield Foods"The internet, the cloud, and big data have defined today's digital business environment. After reading this book, executives will not be able to ignore how blockchain will transform their enterprises and their industries. The authors' insights will better prepare business leaders for a new digital future." -- Henry Chen, Chairman and CEO, Chinasoft International

David Furlonger is a Vice President and Gartner Research Fellow based in North America. His research focus is as a futurist, analyzing how long-term business and technology trends strategically impact societies, industries, governments, and organizations. In 2007 he initiated Gartner's research theme titled "The Future of Money," and later launched Gartner's blockchain research and Center of Excellence.Christophe Uzureau is a Vice President at Gartner, based in Asia Pacific. His research focuses on how blockchain and tokenization enable new assets, products, and services to generate business and consumer value. His analysis explores the evolution of digital business, taking into account emerging technology and innovations as well as their impact on customer behavior.You can find the authors at:David Furlonger: twitter.com/davidfurl, linkedin.com/in/davidfurlongerChristophe Uzureau: linkedin.com/in/christophe-uzureau-6501618

Advance Praise for The Real Business of Blockchain:"I don't care who you are, you simply cannot grasp the full potential of blockchain without reading this book. The authors take you on an educational journey, from the painfully complex to the embarrassingly simple." -- John Geyer, CEO, MetLife Digital Ventures"Blockchain has the potential to ignite major structural change across the asset management and asset servicing industry. This book, The Real Business of Blockchain, offers business leaders a pragmatic and insightful assessment as to how digital assets can be harnessed for enterprise and broader market benefits. It is essential reading for industry practitioners." -- Pete Cherecwich, President, Corporate & Institutional Services, Northern Trust Corporation"Blockchain is here, with the promise to transform supply chains along with customer expectations of safety, transparency, and cost. Beyond highlighting efficiency gains, the authors provide a clear road map for leaders to future-proof their businesses. Don't wait to take part." -- Julia Anderson, Global CIO, Smithfield Foods"The internet, the cloud, and big data have defined today's digital business environment. After reading this book, executives will not be able to ignore how blockchain will transform their enterprises and their industries. The authors' insights will better prepare business leaders for a new digital future." -- Henry Chen, Chairman and CEO, Chinasoft International

David Furlonger is a Vice President and Gartner Research Fellow based in North America. His research focus is as a futurist, analyzing how long-term business and technology trends strategically impact societies, industries, governments, and organizations. In 2007 he initiated Gartner's research theme titled "The Future of Money," and later launched Gartner's blockchain research and Center of Excellence.Christophe Uzureau is a Vice President at Gartner, based in Asia Pacific. His research focuses on how blockchain and tokenization enable new assets, products, and services to generate business and consumer value. His analysis explores the evolution of digital business, taking into account emerging technology and innovations as well as their impact on customer behavior.You can find the authors at:David Furlonger: twitter.com/davidfurl, linkedin.com/in/davidfurlongerChristophe Uzureau: linkedin.com/in/christophe-uzureau-6501618

Advance Praise for The Real Business of Blockchain:"I don't care who you are, you simply cannot grasp the full potential of blockchain without reading this book. The authors take you on an educational journey, from the painfully complex to the embarrassingly simple." -- John Geyer, CEO, MetLife Digital Ventures"Blockchain has the potential to ignite major structural change across the asset management and asset servicing industry. This book, The Real Business of Blockchain, offers business leaders a pragmatic and insightful assessment as to how digital assets can be harnessed for enterprise and broader market benefits. It is essential reading for industry practitioners." -- Pete Cherecwich, President, Corporate & Institutional Services, Northern Trust Corporation"Blockchain is here, with the promise to transform supply chains along with customer expectations of safety, transparency, and cost. Beyond highlighting efficiency gains, the authors provide a clear road map for leaders to future-proof their businesses. Don't wait to take part." -- Julia Anderson, Global CIO, Smithfield Foods"The internet, the cloud, and big data have defined today's digital business environment. After reading this book, executives will not be able to ignore how blockchain will transform their enterprises and their industries. The authors' insights will better prepare business leaders for a new digital future." -- Henry Chen, Chairman and CEO, Chinasoft International