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ESG Brief: Analysis of IBM's Acquisition of Red Hat – Is it a Game Changer?

by Edwin Yuen, on Nov 2, 2018

Abstract:

IBM’s acquisition of Red Hat has been termed a “game changer” by many, but what is the real impact of this deal? While the deal is significant in scope, the near-term impacts will be limited by the lack of existing synergies in the combined product portfolio. This acquisition helps IBM’s position in the hybrid cloud market significantly but doesn’t enable it to leapfrog competitors like Microsoft, AWS, or Google. The biggest opportunity for IBM is in the container and Kubernetes space, especially if on-premises and bare metal containers become popular. The new IBM would be very well positioned for that type of cloud.

Topics: Cloud Platforms & Services Storage

ESG Master Survey Results: Tipping Point: Striking the Hybrid Cloud Balance

by ESG, on Oct 31, 2018

Abstract:

ESG conducted a comprehensive online survey of IT professionals from private- and public-sector organizations in North America (United States and Canada) between May 1, 2018 and May 15, 2018. To qualify for this survey, respondents were required to be IT professionals currently responsible for or familiar with their organization’s on-premises infrastructure and public cloud usage.

Topics: Cloud Platforms & Services Storage

ESG Channel Survey: Modern Partner Enablement Trends

by ESG, on May 21, 2018

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The objectives of this channel survey were to identify current trends and needs for effective partner enablement today, and determine how IT vendors should modernize their partner enablement programs and delivery from the ground up. ESG surveyed channel partners that sell into mid-size and enterprise organizations--38% IT value-added reseller, 36% managed services provider, 20% cloud services provider, 4% national or global systems integrator, 2% local or regional systems integrator. Survey respondents represented small, midmarket, and enterprise companies.

Topics: Cloud Platforms & Services Converged Infrastructure Cybersecurity Data Management Data Protection Enterprise Mobility Networking Storage Systems Management Channel

ESG Brief: Blockchain - Appearing on IT's Ledger

by Mike Leone, on Apr 6, 2018

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Research conducted by ESG reveals that a healthy number of IT organizations are at least testing the waters of blockchain technology, especially in verticals like financial services, telco, and transportation. As organizations look for ways to leverage blockchain to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs by leveraging a secure, decentralized platform that can help eliminate the middle man of transaction-based aspects of their business, continued proof points across verticals will go a long way to simplify the core concepts and clarify the benefits that organizations can achieve through the disruptive technology in their specific businesses.

Topics: Cloud Platforms & Services Data Management Data Protection Enterprise Mobility Cybersecurity Networking Storage Converged Infrastructure Systems Management

ESG Research Report: 2018 IT Spending Intentions Survey

by Bill Lundell, on Feb 27, 2018

Abstract:

In order to assess IT spending priorities over the next 12-18 months, ESG recently surveyed 651 IT professionals representing midmarket (100 to 999 employees) and enterprise-class (1,000 employees or more) organizations in North America and Western Europe. All respondents were personally responsible for or familiar with their organizations’ 2017 IT spending as well as their 2018 IT budget and spending plans at either an entire organization level or at a business unit/division/branch level.

Topics: Cloud Platforms & Services Converged Infrastructure Cybersecurity Data Protection Enterprise Mobility Networking Storage Systems Management Data Management IT Spending Intentions

ESG Brief: Software-defined Storage: Finding Value Amongst the Noise

by Scott Sinclair, on Feb 6, 2018

Abstract:

Software-defined storage (SDS) transforms data centers, delivering the IT infrastructure agility businesses require to remain competitive in this increasingly digitally defined economy. As a key enabler for software-defined data centers, as well as hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) and private cloud storage services, deploying storage intelligence as software is completely redefining data centers—both operationally and when it comes to capital investments. While SDS can deliver long-term transformational benefits, not all SDS solutions are the same. Identifying the right SDS solution is critical to achieving the maximum benefit and the desired business outcome.

Topics: Cloud Platforms & Services Storage

ESG Brief: Perspectives on Readiness for and Impact of GDPR

by Doug Cahill, on Jan 30, 2018

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With the May 2018 deadline a mere four months away, are organizations ready for the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)? According to ESG research, there is still work ahead. Many firms aren’t completely prepared and may have to make incremental technology purchases for GDPR compliance over the next few months. Furthermore, organizations need to button down their incident response plans so they are prepared to report breaches to supervisory authorities within 72 hours as stipulated by GDPR. To address the many GDPR challenges ahead, ESG recommends focusing on areas like data discovery/classification, identity and access management, encryption, and IR planning.

Topics: Cybersecurity Cloud Platforms & Services Converged Infrastructure Data Protection Enterprise Mobility Networking Storage Systems Management Data Management

ESG Brief: Streamlining On-premises Infrastructure: Lessons from the Cloud

by Mark Peters, on Jan 29, 2018

Abstract:

Traditional granular on-premises infrastructure deployments are continuing to face pressure from not only “direct” alternatives—such as converged and hyperconverged solutions—but also from the rising adoption of public cloud services. With public cloud increasingly integrated into the overall IT “mix,” it is not merely an alternative to the traditional on-premises norm; it is also providing lessons that can make the on-premises “2.0” world stronger.

Topics: Cloud Platforms & Services Converged Infrastructure Storage

ESG Master Survey Results: 2018 IT Spending Intentions Survey

by ESG, on Dec 22, 2017

Abstract:

This Master Survey Results presentation focuses on 2018 IT budget trends, technology initiatives and priorities, year-over-year spending change (overall and by technology), hiring/staffing trends, and cloud adoption/usage.

Topics: Converged Infrastructure Networking Data Protection Storage Cybersecurity Cloud Platforms & Services Systems Management Enterprise Mobility IT Spending Intentions

ESG Master Survey Results: 2017 General Storage Trends

by Mark Peters, on Nov 20, 2017

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This Master Survey Results presentation focuses on usage trends for traditional storage infrastructure and an emergent set of newer on-and off-premises options, with topics ranging from challenges and sentiment to purchasing dynamics and drivers.

Topics: Storage Converged Infrastructure

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ESG Brief: Analysis of IBM's Acquisition of Red Hat – Is it a Game Changer?

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ESG Master Survey Results: Tipping Point: Striking the Hybrid Cloud Balance

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ESG Channel Survey: Modern Partner Enablement Trends

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ESG Brief: Blockchain - Appearing on IT's Ledger

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ESG Research Report: 2018 IT Spending Intentions Survey

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ESG Brief: Software-defined Storage: Finding Value Amongst the Noise

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ESG Brief: Perspectives on Readiness for and Impact of GDPR

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ESG Brief: Streamlining On-premises Infrastructure: Lessons from the Cloud

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ESG Master Survey Results: 2018 IT Spending Intentions Survey

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ESG Master Survey Results: 2017 General Storage Trends

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