Analyst report stories - Page 260

With server virtualisation reaching maximum penetration in mature markets like New Zealand, now is the time for resellers to look to other virtualisat.

Adapt now or face the consequences. That’s the message to resellers – and customers and carriers – when it comes to mobility, discovers Keith Newman.

The market for virtual goods in social media games is set to boom due to smartphone usage, according to a report.

As Android's popularity soars, AVG and Symantec warn against rising smartphone cyber threats, highlighting scams like 'Premium SMS'.

Dimension Data and Microsoft Services sign deal to accelerate private cloud solutions for enterprises, promising rapid implementations.

Despite economic hurdles, aggressive channel promotions push ANZ printer sales to a 10% year-on-year rise in Q2 2011.

Loss of company data can have serious effects. Kendra Ross, director for DUO NZ, discusses data loss protection and how to broach the subject with your clients.

NZ sees a surge in Unified Communications to boost customer service ahead of the Rugby World Cup, with custom solutions leading the charge.

Here are some of the trends identified by the New Zealand Unified Communications Market Report 2011 from Frost & Sullivan:.

The report says 1.8 million units were shipped in the second quarter of 2011, representing a 7% year-on-year improvement.

Over half of global businesses see virtualisation as critical, with adoption set to rise due to the Windows XP support deadline.

Numara targets mid-sized firms with IT solutions, offering a lifeline for those caught between the flexibility of small companies and the reach of large ones.

IDC's new app ensures CIOs are always informed with the latest ICT industry insights and data, directly on their iPads and iPhones.

Google launches eco-friendly data centre in Hamina, Finland, leveraging the location's cool climate for energy-efficient operations.

New Zealand's data centres are gearing up for tomorrow, leveraging high-tech solutions to meet growing business demands efficiently.

Seismic shifts in network infrastructure spur a dynamic upheaval, forcing resellers to embrace open partnerships for real-time connectivity.

NZ IT resellers face extinction as bank offers cut-price tech, signaling a shift towards direct vendor sales and cloud services.

If you read our recent cover story about tablets (July 2011), you’ll know that there are quite a few different companies jumping on the bandwagon.

Asia/Pacific region leads in post-recession recovery with IT outsourcing spend set to hit $313.21 billion, reshaping business strategies.

Analysts tip Amazon's rumoured tablet as a potential iPad rival, betting on competitive pricing and vast sales to challenge Apple's dominance.