Analyst report stories - Page 233

Communications has traditionally been about a device with numeric identity; for many people there were multiple devices and numbers to consider.

In a digital age, printing thrives with innovations like 3D printing reshaping expectations and driving market trends in NZ.

Microsoft's Windows 8 represents a bold risk aimed at keeping the tech giant relevant amidst the rise of smartphones and tablets, warns Gartner.

Confirming a view shared by TechDay over a month ago, research house Gartner is describing Microsoft's moves with Windows and Office as 'a big gamble'.

The amount of information created and replicated will surpass 1.9 zettabytes in 2011, creating complexity for IT executives.

Global cloud services market set to reach over $109bn, led by BPaaS but with IaaS showing fastest growth, predicts Gartner.

PC shipments plummet across Asia Pacific, marking a significant shift towards mobile devices amid economic uncertainties.

New Zealand's PC market shines, recording growth in Q1 2012 amidst regional downtrend, as shown in IDC and Gartner reports.

UK's State of Flux acquires 10% of NZ's Marker Studio, eyeing growth in Europe via longstanding partnership and innovative tech potential.

Norton 360 V6 impresses with its user-friendly interface, robust security features, and minimal system impact. A top pick for PC protection.

Apple dominance expected to increase on market appeal of third-gen iPad; what could Microsoft bring to the table?.

NZ's IT outsourcing to see minimal growth due to fierce competition, says Gartner. Providers must innovate or stagnate, with growth set at just 1-1.5%.

Gartner predicts a 17.9% global rise in SaaS revenue to $14.5bn, with steady growth in New Zealand's mature market.

HP's Chief Technologist sees a future of less complex networks and data centers, with Virtual Application Networks leading the way.

CommVault and Microsoft enhance cloud storage with Simpana software and Azure, offering up to 62TB capacity for enterprises starting at $50,000.

Apple's iPad set to lead the tablet market for four more years, buoyed by surging sales and a vibrant app ecosystem, says Gartner.

Aggressive promotions in the education sector and natural disasters created an erratic but ultimately growth-positive year for the ANZ PC market in 2011.

Cloud computing is driving IT evolution, but WAN optimisation leader Blue Coat is ensuring high performance and user experience across all application types.

Amidst the boom in virtualisation by businesses, the rush to adopt is often outpacing crucial security measures, posing long-term risks.

Ownership of plasma and LCD TVs has surged since 2007, while digital cameras decline as smartphone usage rises, according to Roy Morgan.