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Worldwide Digital Transformation Spending Forecast to Continue Its Double-Digit Growth Trajectory, According to IDC Spending Guide

Organizations across the globe prioritize digital transformation (DX) to become digital businesses that can create value through the use of technology for processes, products, services, and experiences. According to the International Data Corporation (IDC) Worldwide Digital Transformation Spending Guide, global DX spending is forecast to reach nearly $3.9 trillion in 2027 with a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1%. The United States accounts for 35.8% of DX spending, followed by Asia/Pacific (33.5%) and EMEA (26.8%).

Driving Major Returns from Big Data and Data Science Investments in the Prop Tech Sector

Few industry segments depend more on getting the most out of investments in big data analytics and data science than the property technology (PropTech) sector. However, when it comes to finding insights from hundreds of thousands -- if not millions (sometimes billions) -- of data points to drive desired business outcomes, PropTech leaders may be falling short of meeting expected performance objectives, according to a recent BTR-100 survey commissioned by CoreLogic.

IDC: The 5G Spectrum Conundrum for South Africa and the GCC: Future Ready or Future Forward?

There is a dire need to ensure that 5G spectrum policies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region and South Africa include effective spectrum allocation and management strategies. This is key to ensuring that the evolution from 3G and 4G networks to 5G networks and capabilities is seamless, viable for ecosystem players, and accelerates digital transformation imperatives.

TechnologyGuest UserNovember 9, 20215G, spectrum allocation, Digital Transformation Initiatives

Successful Digital Transformation Initiatives Must Be Accompanied by Culture Changes, Gartner Says

In an era of continuous change, a proactive and adaptive culture is a critical asset and CIOs will play a key role in establishing the right mindsets and practices. Gartner, Inc. predicts that by 2021, CIOs will be as responsible for culture change as chief HR officers (CHROs).