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Microsoft’s Bid for LinkedIn: What It Means for Customers
In a surprise move that has generated a lot of buzz and questions, Microsoft has acquired social networking site LinkedIn for a reported $26.2 billion, the largest acquisition in its history. In this Research Byte we analyze the ramifications of this acquisition and how it could benefit Microsoft customers.
June, 2016
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Maximizing Value From Your Sourcing Relationships
In todays complex global business environment, managing contracts and supplier accountability is necessary for improving operational efficiency and realizing value. Most organizations are cognizant of the value a structured governance approach to sourcing contracts can provide and are increasingly looking outside their organization for help. With a wide range of supplier governance tools and services available in the market, it is critical that organizations choose platforms or services that meet their specific requirements.
June, 2016
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IT Operational Budget Growth Slowing in 2016
IT operational spending growth is slowing this year, to the lowest point since the start of the recovery in 2012. Likewise, IT capital spending is holding flat, and hiring plans are muted. Nevertheless, IT organizations continue to find money to invest in new initiatives, according to the Computer Economics annual IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks study for 2016/2017.
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 1: Executive Summary
Chapter 1 of our 2016/2017 IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks study provides a detailed analysis of the major findings from this year's study. It also describes the contents of the subsequent chapters, and gives detailed information about the demographics of the study participants and the survey methodology. (50 pp., 17 figs.) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 2: Composite Benchmarks
This chapter provides composite metrics for all organizations in the survey across all sectors and organization sizes. The sample is stratified by size and sector as described in the section on survey methodology. Respondents must have at least $50 million in annual revenue or IT spending in excess of $2 million and maintain operations in the U.S. or Canada. For a complete description of all metrics, please see the full study description. (77 pp., 53 fig.) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 3A: Benchmarks by Organization Size: Small Organizations
Chapter 3A provides benchmarks for small organizations, across all sectors. For a complete description of all metrics, please see the full study description. There are 68 respondents in the small-company sample. Small organizations must have at least $50 million in revenue or IT budgets in excess of $1 million to qualify for our study. (77 pp., 53 pp.) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 3B: Benchmarks by Organization Size: Midsize Organizations
Chapter 3B provides benchmarks for midsize organizations, across all sectors. Midsize organizations are defined as organizations having IT operational budgets of greater than $5 million to $20 million. For a complete description of all metrics, please see the full study description. There are 69 respondents in the midsize-company sample. (77 pp., 53 figs.) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 3C: Benchmarks by Organization Size: Large Organizations
Chapter 3C provides benchmarks for large organizations, across all sectors. large organizations are defined as organizations having IT operational budgets of greater than $20 million. For a complete description of all metrics, please see the full study description. There are 65 respondents in the large-company sample.(77 pp., 53 figs.) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 4: Process Manufacturing Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 4 provides benchmarks for process manufacturers. Process manufacturers are defined as those where the production process adds value by mixing, separating, forming, or chemical reaction. The sector includes manufacturers of chemicals, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food, building materials, packaging materials, and steel, glass, and paper products, among other process-manufactured goods. The 43 respondents in the sample range in size from a minimum of $90 million to a maximum $32.7 billion in annual revenue. (49 pp., 31 fig) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 5: Discrete Manufacturing Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 5 provides benchmarks for discrete manufacturing organizations. Discrete manufacturers are defined as those where the production process adds value by fabricating or assembling individual (discrete) unit production. The category includes manufacturers of consumer products, industrial equipment, aerospace products, auto parts, building products, electrical parts, medical devices, and electronic devices, among other products. The 37 respondents in this sample range in size from about $45 million to $96.3 billion in annual revenue. (49 pp., 31 fig) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 6: Banking and Finance Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 6 provides benchmarks for banking and finance companies. The firms in this sector include commercial banks, investment banks, real estate investment firms, mortgage lenders, consumer finance lenders, and other types of lenders. The 25 respondents in this sector range in size from $60 million to a maximum of $34.1 billion in annual sales. (49 pp., 31 fig) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 7: Insurance Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 7 provides benchmarks for insurance companies. The firms in this sector include medical and dental insurance companies, personal life insurance, corporate insurers, auto insurance, disability coverage providers, and other types of insurers. The 22 respondents in this sector range in size from $48 million to $10.5 billion in annual revenue. (49 pp., 31 fig) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 8: Retail Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 8 provides benchmarks for retailers. This sector includes retailers of clothing, pharmaceuticals, electronics, groceries, office supplies, and general merchandise. They include department stores, specialty retailers, and big-box retailers. We also include hospitality and consumer services in this sector. The 24 respondents in the sample range in size from $139 million to $19 billion in annual revenue. (49 pp., 31 fig) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 9: Wholesale Distribution Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 9 provides benchmarks for wholesale distributors. The category includes wholesale distributors of building products, home furnishings, home improvement products, industrial components, electronics, clothing, pharmaceuticals, agricultural products, and food and beverage, among other products. The 21 respondents in the sample range in size from $67 million to $25 billion in revenue. (49 pp., 31 fig) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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IT Spending and Staffing Benchmarks 2016/2017: CHAPTER 10: Energy and Utilities Sector Benchmarks
Chapter 10 provides benchmarks for oil and gas producers, service companies, and midstream distributors across all organization sizes. The 23 respondents in this subsector include integrated energy companies, upstream exploration and production companies, onshore and offshore field services companies, and pipeline operators. The companies in our sample range in size from $87.9 million to more than $23.8 billion in annual revenue. (49 pp., 31 fig) [Full Study Description]
June, 2016
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