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Server Support Staffing Ratios 2023
The demand for server support administrators has been on a downward trend for a decade. Virtualization, automation, DevOps, and the cloud have made IT infrastructure easier to administer. As a result, the IT infrastructure support burden is lessening, although there are factors also working in the other direction. We examine those factors in this new report, part of our IT staffing series.
April, 2023
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IoT Shows Little Growth in Adoption Despite High ROI
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a maturing technology, and for many years it has promised benefits such as reduced labor costs and improved business processes. However, our data is showing a trend that is common with other technologies as they mature. The adoption and investment of IoT projects have remained low. In fact, IoT appears to lag most technologies. This Research Byte examines the potential causes.
June, 2023
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2023/2024: Chapter 16: Government Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 16 provides benchmarks for government organizations. The 36 respondents in the sample range in size from about $44 million to $40 billion in annual revenue. The category includes city and county governments, federal and state agencies, law enforcement agencies, organizations that provide IT services to government agencies, and other government organizations.
July, 2023
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2023/2024: Chapter 25: Aerospace and Defense Subsector Benchmarks
Chapter 25 provides benchmarks for aerospace and defense companies. The category includes airplane and aerospace manufacturers, makers of weapons systems, aerospace and defense research, and other defense companies. The 17 respondents in this sample range in size from a minimum of about $50 million to around $20 billion in revenue.
July, 2023
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Data Management and Analytics Staffing Ratios 2023
The amount of data that IT organizations need to manage is growing with no end in sight. Whether it be sensor data from IoT devices, social networking data, online advertising and e-commerce transactions, or multimedia files, the complexity of the data to be analyzed also is increasing. With the continued growth of data and its importance in the day-to-day activities of organizations, it is surprising that the data management and analytics function has decreased this year. After significant growth over previous years, this staffing ratio has declined to 5.5% in 2023 from 5.9% in 2022.
July, 2023
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GAVS and Its AIOps Platform Tackle the IT Quagmire
The enterprise computing environment today is more heterogenous and complex than ever. There are multiple computing platforms, combinations of cloud and on-premises infrastructure, and even multiple clouds. This IT quagmire causes many problems and represents a security risk. Into this breach has stepped a discipline known as AIOps. A leading provider of AIOps solutions and a Tech Innovator is GAVS Technologies.
November, 2023
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Residual Value Forecast January 2024
Our quarterly Residual Value Forecast (RVF) report provides forecasts for the following categories of IT equipment: desktop computers, laptops, network equipment, printers, servers, storage devices, and other IT equipment. It also includes residual values for other non-IT equipment in the following categories: copiers, material handling equipment (forklifts), mail equipment, medical equipment, test equipment, and miscellaneous equipment such as manufacturing machinery and NC machines. Residual Value Forecasts are provided for five years for end-user, wholesale, and orderly liquidation values (OLV) prices.
December, 2023
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Agile Development Best Practices 2024
SaaS and packaged solutions are incredibly valuable. They help save time and resources in developing and maintaining applications for common back-office processes such as payroll, accounting, ERP, and CRM.
February, 2024
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IT Spending Trends in Government Agencies 2024
Government agencies serve as the cornerstone of a functioning society, providing essential services and social safety nets. However, the economic and technology landscape is constantly evolving, and the threats are growing. The demands on their IT organizations are significant. What is it about government agencies that make them unique? In this report, we analyze the ways in which government agencies differ from other sectors in terms of their IT spending characteristics. We conclude with recommendations for optimizing the IT budget within government agencies.
April, 2024
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IT Project Management Staffing Ratios 2024
Most enterprises require constant and rapid change. In IT organizations, the role of the IT project manager is critical. New technology adoption, regulatory compliance, outsourcing, remote/hybrid work, and the ever-present mandate to do more with less make it crucial that projects be adequately planned and controlled. Because of this constant need for change, rightsizing the project management staff is an ongoing priority for IT leaders.
June, 2024
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2024/2025: Chapter 3A: Benchmarks by Organization Size: Small
This year, Avasant Research is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Computer Economics IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks study. To mark this milestone, we have accumulated the largest sample of companies in our history (over 350 companies in our single-year sample compared to 215 last year), including a significant number of the world’s largest enterprises. For the first time, we not only have small, midsize, and large chapters but also a very large chapter for companies with over $500 million in IT spending.
September, 2024
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2024/2025: Chapter 35: Hospitals
Chapter 35 provides benchmarks for hospitals. The 29 respondents in this subsector range in size from $50 million to around $15 billion in annual revenue. This category includes community hospitals, university hospitals, nonprofit hospitals, health clinics, healthcare systems, and regional healthcare providers.
September, 2024
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2024/2025: Chapter 23: Food and Beverage
Chapter 23 provides benchmarks for food and beverage manufacturers. The 37 respondents in the sample range in size from about $65 million to $40 billion in annual revenue. Food and beverage companies produce beverages, snack foods, meat products, seafood products, dairy products, dietary supplements, and other consumable food products. Some are suppliers to other food manufacturers or to the food service industry, while many also distribute consumer products to retailers or directly to consumers. This subsector does not include retailers of food and beverages, such as restaurants, unless they also manufacture their own food and beverage products.
September, 2024
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IT Spending Trends in the IT Services and Solutions Sector 2024
The IT services and solutions sector is experiencing unprecedented upheaval, fueled by the relentless march of digital transformation. Businesses across industries are deeply intertwined with technology, leading to a surge in demand for skilled service providers. These providers act as trusted guides, navigating the complexities of the digital landscape and helping organizations achieve their technological ambitions.
September, 2024
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Great ROI for IoT, but Implementation Difficulties Limit Adoption
The Internet of Things (IoT) continues to promise benefits such as lower labor costs, better tracking of assets, improved business processes, and efficient energy management. Companies that have adopted this technology are realizing high ROI and satisfaction. However, IoT is still a maturing technology. This Research Byte examines the potential causes.
January, 2025