Latest Reports

• United Kingdom (UK) Digital Services: Driving Regional Growth through Innovative Solutions for a Digital Future

  The digital services sector in the UK is rapidly evolving due to technological advancements and policy frameworks that are shaping the region’s digital landscape. There has been significant growth in the adoption of digital services across various sectors, driven by increased market competition from digital natives and changing consumer preferences. The UK government is also prioritizing digital transformation projects to enhance service delivery while addressing cybersecurity threats and regulatory compliance. This adoption aims to forge a digital ecosystem and foster innovation, shaping the future of digital services in the UK.

  September, 2024

• Role of Application Developers is Changing Rapidly

  In just five years, application developers as a percentage of IT staff have gone from making up nearly a quarter of the entire IT staff (23.1%) to only 14.2%. This significant drop is not necessarily a sign of mass layoffs of application developers. In fact, we have seen no evidence that fewer application developers are working in IT departments. However, it does signal a change in the overall makeup of IT departments and the changing role of the application developer. This research byte summarizes our full report, Application Developer Staffing Ratios.

• Balancing Efficiency with Strategic Impact by Embracing Digital Transformation

  This RadarView helps enterprises define their procurement process transformation approach and identify the right outsourcing partner to support them. It begins with a summary of key trends shaping the supply side of the market. It continues with a detailed assessment of 15 providers of procurement business process transformation services. Each profile gives an overview of the service provider, its key IP assets, and a list of clients and partnerships, along with brief client case studies. Each profile concludes with analyst insights on the provider’s practice maturity, domain ecosystem, and investments and innovation.

  September, 2024

• Outsourcing of IT Infrastructure and Application Management Services

  Learn how effective IT Infrastructure and Application Management drives business efficiency. Explore support models, outsourcing locations, managed services, and governance practices for strategic success in IT operations.

  September, 2024

• Contracting for Technology Enabled Services

  Discover how transitioning from traditional managed services to Technology Enabled Services can drive innovation, efficiency, and cost savings. Learn key strategies for aligning IT services with business objectives through flexible contracts, dynamic pricing, and technology-driven solutions.

  September, 2024

• Avasant Research Releases its First Annual Benchmarks for Procurement Budget, Spending, and Staffing

  A modern procurement function is about more than just securing goods and services at the lowest price. Procurement has become a multidimensional discipline encompassing strategic sourcing, supplier management, risk mitigation, and process optimization, all of which are critical to staying competitive in today's fast-paced business environment. This Research Byte is a brief description of some of the findings in our Procurement Budgets, Staffing, and Process Metrics 2024/2025 study.

  September, 2024

• Building a Culture of Innovation: Carnival Cruise Line’s Innovation Journey

  Explore how Carnival Cruise Line drives innovation through a culture of experimentation, technological advancements like facial recognition, and sustainability initiatives. Learn key insights from their recovery post-pandemic and commitment to enhancing the guest experience.

  September, 2024

• Utilizing Gen AI, IoT, and Green Initiatives to Enhance the Travel Experience

  Travel, transportation, and hospitality enterprises increasingly invest in omnichannel experiences to enhance customer satisfaction across the entire value chain. These enterprises are streamlining routine operations and boosting business efficiency by harnessing advanced digital technologies such as generative AI, IoT, analytics, cloud computing, and intelligent automation. This strategic approach also involves rigorously re-evaluating their cybersecurity frameworks to effectively mitigate cyber threats. Simultaneously, these enterprises are committed to green initiatives, striving to achieve net-zero carbon emissions while advancing their operational goals. Both demand- and supply-side trends are covered in Avasant’s Travel, Transportation, and Hospitality Digital Services 2024 Market Insights™ and Travel, Transportation, and Hospitality Digital Services 2024 RadarView™, respectively.

  September, 2024

• The Winds of Digital Change

  Digital transformation stands as the cornerstone of modern business strategy, driving innovation and competitive advantage by fundamentally altering operational models and customer value delivery. Enterprises are rapidly adopting digital commerce services, integrating next-gen solutions to manage customer experiences, and exploring new fulfillment methods, to boost delivery speeds and extend reach. This journey is not merely about adopting modern technologies; it is about a fundamental shift in organizational culture and mindset to prioritize digital readiness as a crucial factor for success.

  September, 2024

• Data Management and Advanced Analytics Services: Accelerating AI-Readiness Through Foundational Data Services

  Although data management and advanced analytics services are well-established fields, they have become increasingly vital due to the growing demand for hyper-personalization, stricter compliance requirements, and the need for enterprises to be AI-ready. Consequently, enterprises are seeking service providers that can help them navigate these complex technological challenges. In response, service providers are utilizing generative AI-assisted data and analytics tools to better meet enterprise needs. Both demand- and supply-side trends are covered in Avasant’s Data Management and Advanced Analytics Services 2024 Market Insights™ and Data Management and Advanced Analytics Services 2024 RadarView™, respectively.

• Digital Engineering Services: Driving Future Engineering Growth through Digital Technology

  In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital engineering, enterprises are navigating economic, technological, and consumer-driven forces that are reshaping their priorities. Macroeconomic uncertainty is driving innovation and R&D to maintain competitiveness. There is a growing demand for connected products and new revenue streams, focusing on operational efficiency and evolving business models. Sustainability and regulatory compliance are crucial, especially for asset-heavy industries, which are reevaluating product engineering approaches. Evolving customer preferences are steering companies toward hyperpersonalization and sustainable products, reflecting a shift toward customized and eco-friendly solutions.

  September, 2024

• Navigating the Future of Healthcare: The Transformative Power and Challenges of AI Integration

  Artificial intelligence’s integration into healthcare is poised to redefine care delivery, management, and patient experiences. With the sector’s immense impact on individual lives and the global economy, the stakes for deploying AI are incredibly high, requiring careful navigation of healthcare’s unique complexities—such as stringent data privacy regulations, ethical considerations, and the need to build trust among providers and patients.

  September, 2024