IT Budget stories
Basware introduces Catalogues, a new service boosting global trade opportunities for organisations by enhancing supplier visibility and control.
A new IDC survey found that 75% of surveyed CIOs in ANZ faced the economic downturn without cutting IT budget or staff, but still implemented cost savings.
CIOs must work with business executives & the CFO to ensure that IT is incorporated early in strategic planning and budget processes - Gartner.
New Zealand's IT spending projected to hit $11.1 billion in 2014, up by 2.2%, driven by demand for devices like PCs and tablets.
As government IT spending stays flat through out the world, the Kiwi market is expected to grow almost 1.4% this year.
Australian enterprise IT spending is forecast to total A$73 billion in 2013, nearly a 5% increase of projected 2012 spending of A$69 billion.
New Zealand's IT spending forecasts to reach $11 billion in 2013, marking a 2% growth despite global strides, says Gartner.
Aggressive promotions in the education sector and natural disasters created an erratic but ultimately growth-positive year for the ANZ PC market in 2011.
As IT budgets tighten, CIOs are urged to innovate to stand out, with IDC predicting a shift towards more strategic investments in 2012.
The CIO of Auckland Council discusses the challenges of managing expectations after the merger of multiple councils.
Apple's iPhone could revolutionise the workplace, but when should businesses provide employees with the latest consumer devices and applications?.
New solutions and services unveiled that help organisations shift IT spending from operations to innovation, says HP.
US$37.5 billion in IT contracts set to expire, offering vast opportunities, particularly in financial and energy sectors, says Ovum.
Industry analyst Ovum has said that CIO confidence in their ability to predict IT spending has been shattered.
In the face of a global financial crisis, firms find inventive means to cut costs, emphasizing value over expenditure.
Tech sector poised for strong rebound in 2010, with global IT spending set to rise 8.1% to over $1.6 trillion, says Forrester Research.
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.
Despite vast investments, many companies poorly track IT assets, risking inaccurate budgets. SAM offers better control, security, and cost savings.
