Gartner stories - Page 110

Security and cost concerns are the biggest barriers in cloud adoption, according to the virtualisation, networking and SaaS firm.

Microsoft launches MultiPoint Server, boosting affordable tech in education by enabling shared computer access for multiple users.

While virtualisation in business is growing, migration of mission-critical applications remains a sticking point, according to Gartner.

Digital signage, while gaining traction in retail, faces confusion and challenges despite potential for enhancing customer experience.

Despite economic woes, security spend is on the rise, with IT chiefs prioritising protection over fiscal constraints, Gartner reports.

Apple doubled its iPhone sales in 2009 and now holds the third largest global market share in smartphones, according to a new report from Gartner.

Firms straining under data deluge as costs soar, a study reveals, pressing the need for efficient management to secure sustainability.

As digital media skyrockets, the future of storage sales shifts towards software and services, adapting to evolving tech and economic shifts.

Explore how open source virtualisation is reshaping enterprises, offering cost-effective tech innovation and driving strategic IT goals.

Open source is not for wimps. It has already penetrated the operating system and middleware layers of the IT infrastructure.

Riverbed's WAN optimisation tech sees booming demand in NZ, with the Ministry of Maori Development and talks with major entities underway.

Despite a dismal year for IT spending with a 5.2% global decline, Gartner predicts a rebound in 2010 with a 3.3% increase, reaching USD $3.3 trillion.

FrontRange Solutions is advising those planning to switch to Windows 7 to plan thoroughly in order to avoid unnecessary delays and costs.

Ignoring compliance requirements is non-negotiable post-Enron, as IT governance becomes key to fulfilling legal and ethical obligations.

WAN Optimisation boosts broadband in NZ's remote areas, ensuring high-speed file sharing, vital for productivity, even in challenging environments.

Keeping everything in-house may no longer be the best move, in terms of containing costs and generating fresh revenue.

Green IT has been around for some time now and has taken on a number of guises, from energy effi ciency to more easily recyclable products.

Ignoring non-spending customers now could cost businesses heavily in the future, as relationships fostered during tough times dictate future spending.

In-house data centers face uncertainty as cloud computing gains traction, but have a key role to play in the next 18 months.

As technology advancements and market dynamics continue to alter the landscape of IT at a rapid rate, the indirect sales channel must continue to adapt as well.