OpenTelemetry's Emerging Role in Observability

This research report from EMA Research focuses on the growing significance of OpenTelemetry within IT performance and reliability, particularly in the context of observability. Based on a survey of 400 IT professionals, the document explores the awareness, adoption, usage, and future expectations for OpenTelemetry. It highlights OpenTelemetry as a widely adopted, vendor-neutral standard that is crucial for collecting telemetry data and improving IT operations, while also addressing the challenges and benefits associated with its implementation. Ultimately, the report concludes that OpenTelemetry is becoming an essential component for modern observability strategies.