prog·nos·ti·cate - To predict according to present indications or signs; foretell.

I’ve seen the future and I’m not sure I saw a Blackberry.

First, I’m not a technologist and can’t explain technical details of why the Blackberry may have already seen its best days, I’m simply a user. A long time user. And today in a mobile world it’s all about usability.   I’m also in the business of providing business technology: CRM (SalesLogix, SageCRM, ACT!, SugarCRM) and ERP software (Sage MAS 90, MAS 200, MAS 500, ACCPAC ERP, Acumatica). It’s clear that our clients and prospects are looking toward becoming increasingly mobile. Our software vendors are also gearing up for the mobility revolution.

In order to be a successful mobile user, the hardware needs to make using these applications, well, usable.  Having tried hardware like the iPad, Android and iPhone  and comparing those to using any of the Blackberry solutions, I fear Blackberry may not win this competition.

Does the Blackberry go the way of the Tyrannosaurus Rex? I think it does, unless RIM reinvents itself, and fast. I’d love to hear other thoughts on this so comment away.