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The changes resulting from new technology are bringing both possibilities and problems to societies and world posts. Forces in four areas are among those shaping the future: the reprogrammable world, commerce, work, and megacities. World posts will have many opportunities to build new services and ease the disruption to citizens and businesses if they are prepared to adapt their business models.