Messaging and Collaboration
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Collaboration Software, Unified Communication, VOIP Channel Program NewsWhen it comes to messaging, collaboration and unified communication, Channel Insider has partners and resellers covered. We report on the top e-mail, messaging, communication and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Exchange and Outlook, Lotus Notes and Domino, and Novell Groupwise along with remote access platforms from Research In Motion Blackberry and Good Technology.
Microsoft's Bing Search Steals Share from Google
Bing took 8.23 percent of U.S. Web searches in June, up from 7.81 percent for Microsoft search just prior to its rollout and 7.21 percent in April.
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.
Sprint Touts Clutch Mobile Messaging Device
Sprint announced that when the Motorola Clutch i465 hits Sprint’s sales channels this summer, it will become the first Nextel Direct Connect device to sport a full QWERTY keyboard.
Hosted UC Market Poised for Fast Growth
Hosted unified communications (UC) is poised on the cusp of big growth, according to a new market research report. Vendors such as Cisco, IBM and Microsoft have already launched their own hosted offerings, and solution providers, resellers and managed service providers are also getting in on the game.
Cisco Creates 'Ph.D' Technology Certification
Cisco's new Certified Architect aims to create a new class of IT professional, one that's able to design complex systems that meet business needs and objectives. The program is structured more like a doctorate dissertation than a traditional technology certification.
Accenture: Price Under Pressure, Outsourcing Stronger than Consulting
Technology outsource and consulting giant Accenture saw net revenues and net income fall in fiscal Q3, reporting pressure on price by clients looking to renegotiate existing contracts. In addition, Accenture executives say the outsourcing business grew stronger, overshadowing the formerly dominant consulting business.
Pre Smart Phone Helps Palm Beat Expectations, Shares Rise
Palm said demand for the Pre was exceeding its expectations. The device is expected to enhance margins at the company, which in past years has steadily relinquished market share to rivals.
Video MSP Provides Live Feeds for 2009 NBA Draft
Basketball fans can thank video conferencing technology and dedicated video networks for the live feed they will see from 15 team headquarters during the 2009 NBA Draft. Video conferencing MSP Glowpoint will provide the service, replacing satellite feeds, for the fifth year in a row. Glowpoint, which also provides video conferencing services to enterprise customers, says the recession and the entry of big players such as Cisco into the video conferencing space, continue to drive the market's biggest business increase ever.
Intel and Nokia's Secret Mobile Device Plans
While Intel and Nokia's technology collaboration announcement was short on product details to the disappointment of those expecting solid news of smartphones and netbooks, there are plenty of clues as to what Intel and Nokia, and perhaps other vendors, might be planning.
Twitter Apps Tweet Deck, Seesmic and Twhirl Riddled with Bugs
You may think that your favorite Twitter application--Tweet Deck, Seesmic or Twhirl--saves you time and makes you more productive. But it's also riddled with bugs. Professional testers rated the top Twitter applications according to bugs and usability. Here's who won, and who you should avoid.
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.
Tandberg Takes Video Conferencing to Small and Midmarket Business
As business travel budgets have been cut to the bone, more businesses, large and small, have been looking to video conferencing to replace some travel. Now Tandberg has released two product bundles targeted at the small and midmarket business space and at enterprises looking to equip branch offices. Tandberg's products are offered at price points previously only served by rivals such as Polycom and LifeSize.
OnForce: Surge in Applicants for IT Contract Jobs
More applicants are flocking to online marketplace OnForce in search of IT contract jobs. The company reports a big surge in Q1 in new applicants wanting to become IT service professionals with the marketplace. Other trends for Q1 include the growth of paychecks for home theater jobs, while VOIP also commanded a hefty fee.
Twitter Use Spurs Dell Sales
The PC maker has become one of the first public examples of how companies might profit from Twitter, taking in $3 million from Twitter followers who clicked through Dell posts to its Web sites to make purchases.
Integrators Target Digital TV Conversion Opportunity
Home systems integrators report mixed results in targeting the digital TV conversion residential business opportunity. However, with 2.8 million homes totally unprepared for the switch from analog to digital on Friday, June 12, there still may be plenty of work to do.
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.
New Google Tool Targets Microsoft Business Users
The new product allows business users to continue using the Microsoft Outlook client for email and other tasks, but the back-end functionality and data storage would move to Google.
Apple iPhone, Snow Leopard OS Highlight WWDC, but No Jobs
Steve Jobs is unlikely to make a surprise appearance, but Apple enthusiasts can expect news about an upgraded iPhone plus more details about Apple's Snow Leopard Mac OS. Price cuts may also be on the way, analysts say.
Smartphones Need Smarter Security
BLOG: Smartphones such as the iPhone, Palm Pre and Blackberry are increasing in power and functionality. That also means they're increasingly becoming a target for hackers and malware writers. This trend will make security an imparative for smartphone users, and that's an opportunity for solution providers. >> Read More From Our Messaging and Collaboration News Archive
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