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Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018: Key Vendors Alcatel-Lucent, CISCO, EMC, Fujitsu and IBM
M2 - 18 mins ago
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/xq9kp3/global_managed) has announced the addition of the "Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. With the increase in globalization and complexity of the global business landscape, companies are turning toward smarter and easily achievable solutions to address their business needs. From cost-cutting to focusing on core competencies, all of these objectives can be achieved through the adoption of managed services. The increase in the complexity of the issues related to data handling, data protection, information security management, setting up communication networks, and getting mobile services has fuelled the growth of this industry beyond expectations. The analysts forecast the Global Managed Services market will grow at a CAGR of 12.32 percent over the period 2013-2018. The Global Managed Services market can be divided into six segments: Managed Data Center, Managed Network, Managed Infrastructure, Managed Mobility, Managed Communications, and Managed Security. The services provided by vendors in this market are used across a host of industries, irrespective of the size of the business, from SOHOs to large corporations. The report, the Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Market Landscape 07. Market Segmentation by Technology 08. Geographical Segmentation 09. Buying Criteria 10. Market Growth Drivers 11. Drivers and their Impact 12. Market Challenges 13. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 14. Market Trends 15. Trends and their Impact 16. Vendor Landscape 17. Key Vendor Analysis 18. Other Reports in this Series Companies Mentioned: - Alcatel-Lucent - CISCO - EMC - Fujitsu - IBM - 3T Systems - Aricent - AT&T - Ericsson - Hewlett Packard - Lockheed Martin - Microsoft - Nokia - Rackspace - Verizon Communications For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/xq...al_managed
Breakthrough Elastic Cloud-to-Cloud Networking Unveiled by AT&T, IBM Research and ACS
M2 - 1 hr 38 mins ago
DALLAS; YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y; and BASKING RIDGE, N.J. -- Scientists from AT&T, IBM and Applied Communication Sciences (ACS) announced a proof-of-concept technology that reduces set up times for cloud-to-cloud connectivity from days to seconds. This advance is a major step forward that could one day lead to sub-second provisioning time with IP and next generation optical networking equipment and enables elastic bandwidth between clouds at high connection request rates using intelligent cloud data center orchestrators, instead of requiring static provisioning for peak demand.
Alliance Key Manager Now Available on IBM Cloud Marketplace
PRWeb - Wed Jul 30, 2:02AM CDT
Townsend Security today announced a partnership with IBM that brings the power of Alliance Key Manager to the IBM Cloud marketplace. Starting today, IBM clients can use Alliance Key Manager for IBM Cloud to manage their encryption keys with the same FIPS 140-2 compliant technology that is in the company's hardware security module (HSM) and in use by over 3,000 customers worldwide.
Final Glance: Computer companies
AP - Tue Jul 29, 5:02PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top computer companies were mixed at the close of trading:
IBM Elects Two New Members to Its Board of Directors
Business Wire - Tue Jul 29, 3:34PM CDT
The IBM (NYSE: IBM) board of directors today elected Alex Gorsky and Peter R. Voser to the board. Alex Gorsky, 54, is chairman and chief executive officer of Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ), and his election to the board will take effect on September 1, 2014. Peter R. Voser, 55, a Swiss national, is the retired chief executive officer of Royal Dutch Shell plc (NYSE: RDS.A). His election to the board will take effect on January 1, 2015.
New IDC MarketScape Evaluates Worldwide Enterprise Asset Management Software Providers for Power Generation
Business Wire - Tue Jul 29, 1:44PM CDT
IDC Energy Insights has released a new IDC MarketScape study that provides power generation companies managing any type of generation plant (including fossil, nuclear, water, wind, and solar) with insight into the current capabilities and future strategies of enterprise asset management (EAM) vendors and guidance on how to approach planning for a new EAM implementation. IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Enterprise Asset Management Software for Power Generation, 2014 Vendor Assessment (Doc #EIOS05W) evaluates nine vendors: IBM; IFS; Infor; Mainsaver; Oracle; Ramco Systems; SAP; Schneider Electric; and Ventyx, an ABB company.
Midday Glance: Computer companies
AP - Tue Jul 29, 12:29PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top computer companies are mixed at 1 p.m.:
IBM (IBM) Announces $1.10 Quarterly Dividend
at The Street - Tue Jul 29, 11:26AM CDT
IBM (IBM) announced a $1.10 quarterly dividend today.
Honda Joins EPRI, Utilities and Automakers to Help Create an Open Grid Integration Platform for Plug-in Electric Vehicles
PR Newswire - Tue Jul 29, 10:57AM CDT
Honda has joined a group of eight major automakers and 15 utilities organized by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) to demonstrate a standards-based, open grid integration platform for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs). The open platform will simplify and streamline V2G communications, enabling PEVs to provide grid services and increasing the overall value proposition of plug-in vehicles.
Early Glance: Computer companies
AP - Tue Jul 29, 10:28AM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top computer companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:
IBM Board Approves Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend
Business Wire - Tue Jul 29, 10:00AM CDT
The IBM (NYSE: IBM) board of directors today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $1.10 per common share, payable September 10, 2014 to stockholders of record August 8, 2014.
PREVIEW: LinuxCon and CloudOpen Will Include Linux Quiz Show, Comic Book Hero Costume Contest and 5K Fun Run
Marketwire - Tue Jul 29, 9:02AM CDT
The Linux Foundation, the nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of Linux and collaborative development, today released a preview of onsite activities, keynotes, co-located events and more taking place at LinuxCon and CloudOpen North America August 20-22, 2014 at the Sheraton, Chicago. Late-breaking keynote confirmations being announced include Douglas Balog of IBM, Michael Enescu of Cisco, and Imad Sousou of Intel.
Grainger Adds New Member To Board Of Directors
PR Newswire - Tue Jul 29, 9:00AM CDT
Grainger's Board of Directors has appointed Rodney C. Adkins to the board, bringing the total number of members to 11. The appointment is effective July 29, 2014.
IBM to make free supercomputing power available to sustainability scientists
PR Newswire - Tue Jul 29, 8:34AM CDT
In support of the updated Climate Data Initiative announced by the White House today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) will provide eligible scientists studying climate change-related issues with free access to dedicated virtual supercomputing and a platform to engage the public in their research.
Organizations' Customer Experience Management (CEM) Ambitions Increasingly Dependent on Smart Process Applications According to AIIM Research
PRWeb - Tue Jul 29, 7:11AM CDT
BPM-derived Smart Process Applications represent a new opportunity to apply adaptive, intelligent workflow solutions to solve the major challenges in managing complex cases and improving customer experiences, according to the findings in the latest AIIM industry watch 'Case Management and Smart Process Applications'.
Global Password Management (Self Service Password Reset, Privileged User Password Management) Market - Forecasts to 2019
M2 - Tue Jul 29, 6:21AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7xdtvj/password) has announced the addition of the "Global Password Management (Self Service Password Reset, Privileged User Password Management) Market - Forecasts to 2019" report to their offering. The need to maintain passwords for better security and usage of systems have become extremely important. Ever-growing numbers of complex systems deployed by the organizations, and strict rules for creating and changing passwords have made it difficult for the users to manage their passwords on their own. Additionally, the password management problems due to forgotten passwords and hacked passwords block the helpdesk systems, cause expensive delay and loss of productivity. These issues can be easily solved with password management options namely self services password management and privileged password management. Self services password management enables the users to regenerate their passwords on their own, without requiring any assistance or information from the helpdesk. Privileged password management market solutions provide password management for the privileged accounts through frequent randomization of passwords, privileged session recording, automated password resets etc. These solutions reduce the conjunction at the helpdesk and increase the productivity of the organizations. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Executive Summary 3 Market Overview 4 Password Management: Market Size & Forecast By Type 5 Self-Service Password Reset: Market Size & Forecast By Access 6 Self-Service Password Reset: Market Size & Forecast By Deployment 7 Password Management: Market Size & Forecast By Industry Vertical 8 Password Management: Market Size & Forecast By Organization Size 9 Password Management: Market Size & Forecast By Region 10 Password Management: Market Landscape 11 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - Avatier - Ca Technologies - Courion Corporation - Dell Sonicwall - Fastpass Corp - Hitachi ID Systems - IBM - Microsoft - Netiq - Sailpoint Technologies For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7xdtvj/password
Global Enterprise Asset Management (Linear Assets, Non-Linear Assets, Field Service Management, Assets MRO) Market - Forecasts to 2019
M2 - Tue Jul 29, 6:15AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c9fxj9/enterprise_asset) has announced the addition of the "Global Enterprise Asset Management (Linear Assets, Non-Linear Assets, Field Service Management, Assets MRO) Market - Forecasts to 2019" report to their offering. Enterprise asset management (EAM) market solutions are designed to help organizations to manage assets and organize its maintenance schedule. The functioning of an organization rests upon four major factors that are uptime, cost control, asset longevity, and safety. Considering these factors, EAM solutions have been designed to offer a comprehensive package as a competitive edge. Presently, EAM comprises life-cycle management, maintenance scheduling, asset tracking, and locating and risk management. This has come a long way from paper-based maintenance planning as it was in its earlier days. The accessibility of data from one's personal mobile devices has offered organizations to control asset data and make changes virtually from anywhere. Return on assets, resource utilization, timely maintenance and lower operation cost are some of the benefits that EAM has to offer. This study has been undertaken in order to understand the enterprise asset management market structure and is intended to help both vendors and end users in this segment. The entire EAM market comprises EAM software and services. Various EAM services being offered by vendors include implementation, managed services, and training & support. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Executive Summary 3 Market Overview 4 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By Software Application 5 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By Service 6 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By User Type 7 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By Industry 8 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By Region 9 EAM: Market Landscape 10 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - ABB (Ventyx) - Assetworks - Cgi Group - Fujitsu Limited - IBM - IFS - Infor - Invensys - Oracle - SAP For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c9...rise_asset
Global SaaS-based Business Intelligence (BI) Market 2014-2018
M2 - Tue Jul 29, 5:55AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fr3xgz/global_saasbased) has announced the addition of the "Global SaaS-based Business Intelligence (BI) Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The term BI refers to applications and technologies that are used for gathering, providing access to, or analyzing information about a company's operations. BI help organizations to acquire comprehensive knowledge of the factors affecting their business; for example, metrics on sales, production, and internal operations. Some of the BI tools and applications include query reporting, analysis tools, data mining tools, and data warehousing tools. SaaS-based BI refers to the deployment of BI applications as a web-based subscription service. SaaS-based BI is operated by a third-party organization as opposed to the installation and maintenance of an On-premise business system. In the pay-per-use model, BI is hosted by a third party from a remote location, and the outsourcing company pays according to the usage. Hence, enterprises employing SaaS-based BI can shift their focus from frequent software updates, maintenance, continual trouble-shooting, and increasing storage requirements, and concentrate on their core business activities. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Market Landscape 07. Geographical Segmentation 08. Buying Criteria 09. Market Growth Drivers 10. Drivers and their Impact 11. Market Challenges 12. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 13. Market Trends 14. Trends and their Impact 15. Vendor Landscape 16. Key Vendor Analysis 17. Other Reports in this Series Companies Mentioned: - Actuate Corp. - Bime - Birst Inc. - Cloud9 Analytics - GoodData Corp. - Host Analytics Inc. - IBM Corp. - Indicee Inc. - Jaspersoft Corp. - Kognitio - Microstrategy Inc. - Oracle Corp. - PivotLink - QlikTech International AB - SAP AG - SAS Institute Inc. - TIBCO Software Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fr..._saasbased
Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018: Key Vendors Alcatel-Lucent, CISCO, EMC, Fujitsu and IBM
M2 - 18 mins ago
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/xq9kp3/global_managed) has announced the addition of the "Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. With the increase in globalization and complexity of the global business landscape, companies are turning toward smarter and easily achievable solutions to address their business needs. From cost-cutting to focusing on core competencies, all of these objectives can be achieved through the adoption of managed services. The increase in the complexity of the issues related to data handling, data protection, information security management, setting up communication networks, and getting mobile services has fuelled the growth of this industry beyond expectations. The analysts forecast the Global Managed Services market will grow at a CAGR of 12.32 percent over the period 2013-2018. The Global Managed Services market can be divided into six segments: Managed Data Center, Managed Network, Managed Infrastructure, Managed Mobility, Managed Communications, and Managed Security. The services provided by vendors in this market are used across a host of industries, irrespective of the size of the business, from SOHOs to large corporations. The report, the Global Managed Services Market 2014-2018, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Market Landscape 07. Market Segmentation by Technology 08. Geographical Segmentation 09. Buying Criteria 10. Market Growth Drivers 11. Drivers and their Impact 12. Market Challenges 13. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 14. Market Trends 15. Trends and their Impact 16. Vendor Landscape 17. Key Vendor Analysis 18. Other Reports in this Series Companies Mentioned: - Alcatel-Lucent - CISCO - EMC - Fujitsu - IBM - 3T Systems - Aricent - AT&T - Ericsson - Hewlett Packard - Lockheed Martin - Microsoft - Nokia - Rackspace - Verizon Communications For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/xq...al_managed
Breakthrough Elastic Cloud-to-Cloud Networking Unveiled by AT&T, IBM Research and ACS
M2 - 1 hr 38 mins ago
DALLAS; YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y; and BASKING RIDGE, N.J. -- Scientists from AT&T, IBM and Applied Communication Sciences (ACS) announced a proof-of-concept technology that reduces set up times for cloud-to-cloud connectivity from days to seconds. This advance is a major step forward that could one day lead to sub-second provisioning time with IP and next generation optical networking equipment and enables elastic bandwidth between clouds at high connection request rates using intelligent cloud data center orchestrators, instead of requiring static provisioning for peak demand.
Alliance Key Manager Now Available on IBM Cloud Marketplace
PRWeb - Wed Jul 30, 2:02AM CDT
Townsend Security today announced a partnership with IBM that brings the power of Alliance Key Manager to the IBM Cloud marketplace. Starting today, IBM clients can use Alliance Key Manager for IBM Cloud to manage their encryption keys with the same FIPS 140-2 compliant technology that is in the company's hardware security module (HSM) and in use by over 3,000 customers worldwide.
Final Glance: Computer companies
AP - Tue Jul 29, 5:02PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top computer companies were mixed at the close of trading:
IBM Elects Two New Members to Its Board of Directors
Business Wire - Tue Jul 29, 3:34PM CDT
The IBM (NYSE: IBM) board of directors today elected Alex Gorsky and Peter R. Voser to the board. Alex Gorsky, 54, is chairman and chief executive officer of Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ), and his election to the board will take effect on September 1, 2014. Peter R. Voser, 55, a Swiss national, is the retired chief executive officer of Royal Dutch Shell plc (NYSE: RDS.A). His election to the board will take effect on January 1, 2015.
New IDC MarketScape Evaluates Worldwide Enterprise Asset Management Software Providers for Power Generation
Business Wire - Tue Jul 29, 1:44PM CDT
IDC Energy Insights has released a new IDC MarketScape study that provides power generation companies managing any type of generation plant (including fossil, nuclear, water, wind, and solar) with insight into the current capabilities and future strategies of enterprise asset management (EAM) vendors and guidance on how to approach planning for a new EAM implementation. IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Enterprise Asset Management Software for Power Generation, 2014 Vendor Assessment (Doc #EIOS05W) evaluates nine vendors: IBM; IFS; Infor; Mainsaver; Oracle; Ramco Systems; SAP; Schneider Electric; and Ventyx, an ABB company.
Midday Glance: Computer companies
AP - Tue Jul 29, 12:29PM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top computer companies are mixed at 1 p.m.:
IBM (IBM) Announces $1.10 Quarterly Dividend
at The Street - Tue Jul 29, 11:26AM CDT
IBM (IBM) announced a $1.10 quarterly dividend today.
Honda Joins EPRI, Utilities and Automakers to Help Create an Open Grid Integration Platform for Plug-in Electric Vehicles
PR Newswire - Tue Jul 29, 10:57AM CDT
Honda has joined a group of eight major automakers and 15 utilities organized by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) to demonstrate a standards-based, open grid integration platform for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs). The open platform will simplify and streamline V2G communications, enabling PEVs to provide grid services and increasing the overall value proposition of plug-in vehicles.
Early Glance: Computer companies
AP - Tue Jul 29, 10:28AM CDT
NEW YORK (AP) — Shares of some top computer companies are mixed at 10 a.m.:
IBM Board Approves Regular Quarterly Cash Dividend
Business Wire - Tue Jul 29, 10:00AM CDT
The IBM (NYSE: IBM) board of directors today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $1.10 per common share, payable September 10, 2014 to stockholders of record August 8, 2014.
PREVIEW: LinuxCon and CloudOpen Will Include Linux Quiz Show, Comic Book Hero Costume Contest and 5K Fun Run
Marketwire - Tue Jul 29, 9:02AM CDT
The Linux Foundation, the nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the growth of Linux and collaborative development, today released a preview of onsite activities, keynotes, co-located events and more taking place at LinuxCon and CloudOpen North America August 20-22, 2014 at the Sheraton, Chicago. Late-breaking keynote confirmations being announced include Douglas Balog of IBM, Michael Enescu of Cisco, and Imad Sousou of Intel.
Grainger Adds New Member To Board Of Directors
PR Newswire - Tue Jul 29, 9:00AM CDT
Grainger's Board of Directors has appointed Rodney C. Adkins to the board, bringing the total number of members to 11. The appointment is effective July 29, 2014.
IBM to make free supercomputing power available to sustainability scientists
PR Newswire - Tue Jul 29, 8:34AM CDT
In support of the updated Climate Data Initiative announced by the White House today, IBM (NYSE: IBM) will provide eligible scientists studying climate change-related issues with free access to dedicated virtual supercomputing and a platform to engage the public in their research.
Organizations' Customer Experience Management (CEM) Ambitions Increasingly Dependent on Smart Process Applications According to AIIM Research
PRWeb - Tue Jul 29, 7:11AM CDT
BPM-derived Smart Process Applications represent a new opportunity to apply adaptive, intelligent workflow solutions to solve the major challenges in managing complex cases and improving customer experiences, according to the findings in the latest AIIM industry watch 'Case Management and Smart Process Applications'.
Global Password Management (Self Service Password Reset, Privileged User Password Management) Market - Forecasts to 2019
M2 - Tue Jul 29, 6:21AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7xdtvj/password) has announced the addition of the "Global Password Management (Self Service Password Reset, Privileged User Password Management) Market - Forecasts to 2019" report to their offering. The need to maintain passwords for better security and usage of systems have become extremely important. Ever-growing numbers of complex systems deployed by the organizations, and strict rules for creating and changing passwords have made it difficult for the users to manage their passwords on their own. Additionally, the password management problems due to forgotten passwords and hacked passwords block the helpdesk systems, cause expensive delay and loss of productivity. These issues can be easily solved with password management options namely self services password management and privileged password management. Self services password management enables the users to regenerate their passwords on their own, without requiring any assistance or information from the helpdesk. Privileged password management market solutions provide password management for the privileged accounts through frequent randomization of passwords, privileged session recording, automated password resets etc. These solutions reduce the conjunction at the helpdesk and increase the productivity of the organizations. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Executive Summary 3 Market Overview 4 Password Management: Market Size & Forecast By Type 5 Self-Service Password Reset: Market Size & Forecast By Access 6 Self-Service Password Reset: Market Size & Forecast By Deployment 7 Password Management: Market Size & Forecast By Industry Vertical 8 Password Management: Market Size & Forecast By Organization Size 9 Password Management: Market Size & Forecast By Region 10 Password Management: Market Landscape 11 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - Avatier - Ca Technologies - Courion Corporation - Dell Sonicwall - Fastpass Corp - Hitachi ID Systems - IBM - Microsoft - Netiq - Sailpoint Technologies For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7xdtvj/password
Global Enterprise Asset Management (Linear Assets, Non-Linear Assets, Field Service Management, Assets MRO) Market - Forecasts to 2019
M2 - Tue Jul 29, 6:15AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c9fxj9/enterprise_asset) has announced the addition of the "Global Enterprise Asset Management (Linear Assets, Non-Linear Assets, Field Service Management, Assets MRO) Market - Forecasts to 2019" report to their offering. Enterprise asset management (EAM) market solutions are designed to help organizations to manage assets and organize its maintenance schedule. The functioning of an organization rests upon four major factors that are uptime, cost control, asset longevity, and safety. Considering these factors, EAM solutions have been designed to offer a comprehensive package as a competitive edge. Presently, EAM comprises life-cycle management, maintenance scheduling, asset tracking, and locating and risk management. This has come a long way from paper-based maintenance planning as it was in its earlier days. The accessibility of data from one's personal mobile devices has offered organizations to control asset data and make changes virtually from anywhere. Return on assets, resource utilization, timely maintenance and lower operation cost are some of the benefits that EAM has to offer. This study has been undertaken in order to understand the enterprise asset management market structure and is intended to help both vendors and end users in this segment. The entire EAM market comprises EAM software and services. Various EAM services being offered by vendors include implementation, managed services, and training & support. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Executive Summary 3 Market Overview 4 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By Software Application 5 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By Service 6 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By User Type 7 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By Industry 8 EAM: Market Size & Forecast By Region 9 EAM: Market Landscape 10 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - ABB (Ventyx) - Assetworks - Cgi Group - Fujitsu Limited - IBM - IFS - Infor - Invensys - Oracle - SAP For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/c9...rise_asset
Global SaaS-based Business Intelligence (BI) Market 2014-2018
M2 - Tue Jul 29, 5:55AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fr3xgz/global_saasbased) has announced the addition of the "Global SaaS-based Business Intelligence (BI) Market 2014-2018" report to their offering. The term BI refers to applications and technologies that are used for gathering, providing access to, or analyzing information about a company's operations. BI help organizations to acquire comprehensive knowledge of the factors affecting their business; for example, metrics on sales, production, and internal operations. Some of the BI tools and applications include query reporting, analysis tools, data mining tools, and data warehousing tools. SaaS-based BI refers to the deployment of BI applications as a web-based subscription service. SaaS-based BI is operated by a third-party organization as opposed to the installation and maintenance of an On-premise business system. In the pay-per-use model, BI is hosted by a third party from a remote location, and the outsourcing company pays according to the usage. Hence, enterprises employing SaaS-based BI can shift their focus from frequent software updates, maintenance, continual trouble-shooting, and increasing storage requirements, and concentrate on their core business activities. Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Market Landscape 07. Geographical Segmentation 08. Buying Criteria 09. Market Growth Drivers 10. Drivers and their Impact 11. Market Challenges 12. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 13. Market Trends 14. Trends and their Impact 15. Vendor Landscape 16. Key Vendor Analysis 17. Other Reports in this Series Companies Mentioned: - Actuate Corp. - Bime - Birst Inc. - Cloud9 Analytics - GoodData Corp. - Host Analytics Inc. - IBM Corp. - Indicee Inc. - Jaspersoft Corp. - Kognitio - Microstrategy Inc. - Oracle Corp. - PivotLink - QlikTech International AB - SAP AG - SAS Institute Inc. - TIBCO Software Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/fr..._saasbased
