ahead of the curveball

Translations
быть на шаг впереди
The company stayed ahead of the curveball by adopting new technology early.
Компания была на шаг впереди, приняв новые технологии рано.
Definitions
A play on the phrases 'ahead of the curve' and 'curveball,' meaning to be prepared for or anticipate unexpected challenges or changes before they happen.
Words
curveball

noun
кручёный мяч
ahead

adverb
впереди