Decline in printer sales expected, says IDC

According to research by International Data Corporation (IDC), the Western European printer and multi-function (MFP) market decreased 2,6% in unit terms compared with the same period a year ago, with negative performances on both inkjet and laser segments but in line...

Transforming data from expense to asset

CIOs today are increasingly being asked to extract greater value from the data residing within the organisation – transforming information into a valuable asset that the organisation can use as the springboard to future success. This issue was explored in depth by...

IDC: virtualised networking a game-changer

The introduction of virtualised network functions (VNFs) on common IT-based infrastructures in large-scale communications networks is proving to be a network operations game changer. Once restricted by proprietary network equipment, virtualisation is driving evolution...

Maturing enterprise mobility strategies

Once every 20 – 25 years, the information and communication technology (ICT) industry shifts to a new technology platform for growth and innovation, says Neil Cosser, Identity & Data protection manager for Africa at Gemalto. The Industrial Development Corporation...

IDC names VMware as leader

VMware has announced that it has been positioned as a leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Virtual Client Computing Software 2015 Vendor Assessment (doc #256606, June 2015). VMware was recognised as having the most complete strategy and solution capabilities for...