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IBM named a leader in data center outsourcing

IBM tops Gartner's Data Center Outsourcing and Infrastructure Utility Services report, proving its leadership in a changing industry.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Aug 2016

Gaming

Monetising information is more than just selling your data

Information most certainly is used to generate a profit–and not just by Google, Facebook and the rest of the digerati.

By Doug Laney • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Aug 2016

Resellers

Characteristics of a modern software reseller

Gartner's inaugural Market Guide for Software Resellers explores the benefits of an expanded portfolio for clients. #softwareresellers.

By Stephen White • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Aug 2016

Firewalls

Can you detect advanced threats with just Flows/IPFIX?

Do we have enough data to detect an advanced threat? Let's have a discussion on the usefulness of netflow-type data.

By Anton Chuvakin • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Aug 2016

Cloud Services

IT spending and cloud shift in 2020: What you need to know

Cloud computing is set to disrupt over $1tn in IT spending within the next five years, according to research firm Gartner.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2016

Mobility

How big acquisitions represent buying into disruption

The Softbank acquisition of ARM Holdings and the Unilever acquisition of Dollar Shave Club signify prospective acquirers buying into disruption.

By David Yockelson • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2016

Software Asset Management

Gartner's tips for significant savings on software spend

Gartner reveals keys to slashing IT costs: streamline software setups, recycle licenses, and deploy SAM tools.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2016

Cybersecurity

Symantec remains #1 in worldwide security software market share report

Symantec tops Gartner's global security software market despite a 6.2% revenue decline to USD $3.4 billion, marking its third year of decreased earnings.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2016

Cybersecurity

Have you met Delilah? The first Insider Threat Trojan

New Trojan, Delilah, recruits insiders through social engineering and extortion, using ransomware techniques. Insider threats set to increase.

By Avivah Litan • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2016

Marketing Technologies

Four ways to drive digital commerce innovation

Digital commerce exemplars don't merely convert their product catalogues into eCommerce sites and mobile commerce applications.

By Jennifer Polk • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2016

Digital Transformation

Will your organisation make it through digital transformation?

A new survey from Gartner reveals that the majority of IT professionals are unsure how their organizations will navigate digital transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2016

IT Budget

Malaysia IT spending expected to rise 6.5% this year

Malaysia's IT spending is set to rise by 6.5% in 2016, reaching nearly RM68 billion, sharply contrasting with stagnant global IT expenditure.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2016

Gaming

Early lessons from Pokemon Go

Pokemon Go has brought augmented reality to the masses, revealing the potential for brands to take advantage of the craze.

By David Yockelson • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Jul 2016

Gaming

Pokemon Go is giving to society what other technology had taken away

Pokemon Go has rekindled human interaction and outdoor activity, reversing the isolation fostered by other technologies and reigniting community spirit.

By Jenny Sussin • 2 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2016