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Watching Old Friends Become Enemies
Cisco says its unified computing systems -- or virtualized blade servers -- are not intended to compete with existing server offerings by Dell, Hewlett-Packard and IBM. Not only are they a competitive offering, but an example of how vendors are pushing into adjacent markets and turning old friends into enemies.
Technology Spending Growth to Return in Q4
Forrester Research says that IT spending took a harder hit than expected in the first half of 2009, but IT spending growth will return in Q4 and will continue in 2010. The report aligns with another recent report from Gartner that shows a return of PC sales growth in Q4. Declines are still forecast for the full year of 2009.
HP Access Now Free of Charge, Available Through Resellers
HP is now offering the discounts, software, services and training for small business -- all part of HP Access -- free of charge. Reseller channel partners can provide HP Access to their customers who purchase an HP product.
Delaying PC Purchases Cost SMBs More in the Long Run
Small and midsized businesses looking to save money on their IT budgets may be costing themselves more by delaying new PC purchases, according to a new study. Older PCs cost businesses more in ongoing maintenance costs, lower productivity, security breaches and system failures than newer computers -- in some cases over $700 more a year.
PC Sales Growth to Return in Q4, but ASPs Still Pressured
Personal computer unit sales are now expected to turn around in Q4 from a decline to positive growth, paving the way to a healthy market recovery in 2010. ASPs remain under pressure, but pent-up demand is expected to fuel a computer refresh cycle in 2010 and 2011, according to Gartner, creating a brighter picture for PC makers like Dell, HP, Acer and Lenovo.
Top 10 Most Profitable Vendor Certifications
Solution providers that invest in vendor technical certifications are more profitable, sell more complex systems and have better relationships with their customers, according to the new Channel Insider/Amazon Consulting certification study. But not all vendor certifications have the same ROI. The following vendors have the best certifications for return on their partners’ investment.
HP Unfurls the Mini 5101 Netbook
The netbook is built to appeal to business users with rugged design, bigger keyboard
Netbook or Notebook? Many Consumers Don't Know the Difference
Sure, netbooks are portable and convenient. But plenty of consumers still don't realize there is a difference between traditional laptops and netbooks--and some are ultimately disappointed by the performance of their systems. Traditional notebooks offer better performing processors, more applications and the full computer experience.
Six Reasons Why HP`s Web-Connected Printer Will Fail
HP's new Photosmart Premium with TouchSmart connects directly to the Internet and doesn't require a computer to print documents. While a neat idea, the long-term viability of this printer in the increasingly digital, mobile world is questionable.
Desktop, Laptop PC Refresh on the Way, Eventually
Businesses large and small have delayed their desktop and laptop PC refresh plans anywhere from six months to 18 months, a trend that has hurt companies such as Dell, HP, Acer and Lenovo. But the delay can't last forever, and some resellers, vendors and distributors say that the great PC refresh is coming.
HP deal with Alcatel-Lucent Short on Details, Long on Potential
According to the Wall Street Journal, Alcatel will transfer 1,000 jobs to HP as part of the deal and this will result in cost savings of 750 million euros by year end.
HP Offers BI Solution for IT Executives
Hewlett-Packard's HP Project and Portfolio Management Center 8.0 brings business intelligence tools to IT executives, enabling them to consolidate several data sources for budget and cost in one place. The BI tool enables IT executives to improve their IT spending decisions by using real data.
Computer Makers Dell, HP and Apple Push Green
As more customers make the environment a priority, computer makers Apple, Dell and HP are making green a priority, too. Touting lower power consumption, recycling programs, and removing toxic materials from their systems, Apple, HP and Dell are working hard to make green part of their brands and win over environmentally-aware customers.
Netbooks Brighten PC Sales Outlook
Worldwide PC shipments didn't fall as dramatically as had been expected, but their decline in Q1 still marked the biggest drop since 2001. A new report from IDC says the firm has grown more optimistic about growth towards the end of 2009 and especially into 2010
IBM, HP, Accenture Top IT Services List
IT services revenue stayed strong for much of 2008, with IBM, HP and Accenture topping the rankings as the biggest providers of IT services. But long-term engagements took a hit as the economy began to unravel late in the year, according to a new Gartner report.
Fewer PC Sales Go Direct as Customers Move to VARs, Retail and DMRs
More PC customers prefer to buy their computers through retail, VARs and direct market resellers (DMRs), and that trend will continue, says market research firm Gartner. Gartner forecasts that 80 percent of PC shipments will go through an indirect channel by 2012. PC makers such as Acer, Dell, HP, IBM and Lenovo will need to keep a close eye on their go-to-market strategies.
HP Software Revamps Partner Program Licensing
HP Software is adding more options to its software licensing for channel partners, providing them with what Hewlett-Packard says is an easier entree into managed services and a better way to match their software services revenues to their software services costs.
HP Intros New Storage, Virtualization Solutions for SMBs
HP’s latest products will allow solution providers to deliver end-to-end storage, virtualization and remote management capabilities to SMB customers.
EMC, Symantec on Collision Course in Systems Management
EMC's purchase of configuration management software publisher Configuresoft gives it products and technology to manage servers, storage and networking devices. The acquisition moves EMC further away from its storage core and a direct rival to Symantec, which is focusing more on systems management.
NetApp Chief: 'We`re Not for Sale'
In an impromptu Q&A with business and channel partners, NetApp CEO Dan Warmenhoven and Vice Chairman Tom Mendoza assert the storage company’s new strength following the announced acquisition of DataDomain and intentions to grow with the support of integrators and hosted service providers. >> Read More From Our Hewlett-Packard News Archive
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