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Computer Economics™ is a trademark of Avasant LLC. Since 1979, we have been conducting original research and providing benchmarks for the strategic and financial management of information technology and business processes. Our research and data are used by large and midsize IT organizations, major accounting firms, and consulting firms in North America and around the world. Reports are available to Avasant subscribers or can be purchased on an individual basis.

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