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Australian retailers losing sales by ignoring customer privacy issues

A panel has highlighted the dangers facing retailers about ineffective management of data and its damaging effects on customer trust & confidence.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2016

Virtualisation

IDC recognises emerging vendors in container tech market

Container technology is booming in popularity in the UK, thanks to companies like Docker revolutionising IT operations.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2016

Gaming

Opportunities still exist for PC vendors, despite struggling market

Despite a slump in PC sales, Gartner highlights profitable niches for vendors in ultramobile and gaming sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2016

Analyst report

Samsung and Android still dominate smartphone market

A new Gartner report shows that Android and Samsung still dominate the growing global smartphone market in the first quarter of 2016.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 20th May 2016

Internet of Things

IDC recognises top IoT innovators for 2016

Pioneering IoT players to watch in 2016, according to IDC: Arrayent, BugLabs, and MachineShop. Innovative technology and business models key.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 19th May 2016

Digital Transformation

Intelligent systems revenue to exceed $2.2 trillion by 2020

IDC forecasts that intelligent systems will have a CAGR of 7.2% from 2015-2020, with revenues exceeding $2.2 trillion in 2020.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 19th May 2016

Malware

ESET holds ranking in security software market

ESET solidifies its stance, ranked 5th in a stagnating security software market, boasting business segment growth.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 18th May 2016

Digital Transformation

Exclusive: When it comes to digital, perception isn't reality for Kiwi companies

Kiwi companies are over-estimating how advanced they are in digital transformation according to IDC. So how can you - and your customers - move ahead?.

By Heather Wright • 5 min read • Wed, 18th May 2016

'Dramatic shift' expected in 3D printing market

The 3D printing market is forecast to hit USD $4.9 billion this year, driven by a sharp 43.5% CAGR, signalling a major industry shift, says Canalys.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 18th May 2016

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Fitbit still dominates growing wearables market

The International Data Corporation releases data from Worldwide Quarterly Wearable Device Tracker showing a 67.2% increase in wearables shipments.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 17th May 2016

Virtualisation

Server virtualisation market reaching its peak, VMware still on top

Global virtualisation market has matured rapidly, with VMware dominating the market while Microsoft works its way in as a contender for enterprise use.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 16th May 2016

Customer Relationship Management

The customer experience expectation gap

Last Monday afternoon, as I rode to JFK Airport en route to a conference, I realized that I'd left my travel credit card on my dresser.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 16th May 2016

Apple

Global PC market not looking great, APAC remains weak

Apple leads a struggling global PC market with a 17% shipment drop, as APAC regions falter due to smartphone-driven decline in demand.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th May 2016

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Exclusive: Specialisation is critical for resellers. Here's why - and how

Resellers who are specialising are reaping benefits as digital business and LOB buyers become the norm. Gartner offers tips on how to make the change.

By Heather Wright • 5 min read • Fri, 13th May 2016

Opinion

Consumer-Centric Ecosystems for Consumer Goods Manufacturers and Retailers

Consumer-centric ecosystems will enable manufacturers, retailers & consumers to experience the digital acquisition of goods and services.

By Robert Hetu • 2 min read • Fri, 13th May 2016

Mobile Apps

Mobile app install rates strong but slowing

The smartphone app market may have hit its peak, with app installations and a maturing market still growing but at a slower rate, an IDC study reports.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 12th May 2016