The Value of Gartner Research Mr. Danny Cheng Senior Business Manager Gartner Hong Kong Email: danny.cheng@gartner.com Tel: 98131343 Nov. 2007
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The Gartner Advantage Objective Insight From an Unmatched Network Research World leader in technology and industry coverage Global reach 10,000+ Client organizations (500+ higher ED) Executive Programs 78 percent of the Global 500 are members High-level peer networking and information sharing Customer-driven agenda Benchmarking World s largest repository of IT metrics 1200 benchmarks per year Helps clients measure, understand and manage performance Basis for fact-based analysis Executive Programs Research Gartner Advantage Consulting and Benchmarking Events Events Worldwide events that bring executives together to learn, compare experiences and solve problems 31,000+ people at 56 events in 2004 Consulting Delivers high-impact IT projects Direct application of best practices to your business 65 percent of Global 500 are customers 3
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Gartner Supports How Professors Teach and Students Learn IT S NOT ABOUT HOW MUCH INFORMATION THAT YOU HAVE, IT S ABOUT HAVING ACCESS TO THE RIGHT INFORMATION Being the global leader in providing accurate and current research for the IT industry, Gartner: Enables Faculty to bring timely, real-world case studies and content to the classroom, enriching the educational experience and providing students insight to the application of technology in solving business problems. Provides Students with instant access to the world's foremost repository of expert analysis and opinion on everything important in IT including insight on technology current trends, information technology careers, cool vendors, technology enabled business strategies and more all from a global perspective. 6
How are other Universities (U.S) Utilizing Gartner Research In Minnesota - MBA students use Gartner to research various technology solutions to solve classroom business problems In Ohio used Gartner throughout a 9 month procurement cycle to evaluate/select desktop/laptop/server vendor(s) for university (all colleges and departments participated in the process) In Indiana MBA students used Gartner to research technology vendors for stock investments In Iowa used Gartner to select fund raising software for foundation In Indiana used Gartner to help build business case for VoIP rollout In Illinois used Gartner to select course management software In Wisconsin Dental school uses Gartner to track digital imaging and digital content management trends In Ohio use Gartner best practices to develop and standardize help desk support/procedures for entire university 7
A Full Range of Business and Technology Topics A robust set of business and technology topics has you covered Gartner IT Knowledge Map Hardware Communications IT Management and Services Software Business, Technology and Society Application Development Application Integration & Middleware Business Intelligence Business Process Management Consumer Technologies Customer Relationship Management Data Management & Integration Emerging Trends & Technologies ERP & Supply Chain Management High-Performance Workplace IT Asset Management IT Operations IT Management IT Services Mobile & Wireless Networking & Communications Equipment Enterprise Architecture 8 Networking & Communications Services Open Source Multisourcing PCs, Laptops & Handheld Devices Regulatory Compliance Security & Privacy Servers & Storage Web Services
Actionable research Strategic Planning Assumptions provide management direction around IT investments Microsoft will offer free Longhorn upgrades in 2007 (0.7 probability). Vendor Ratings help you manage your portfolio Hype Cycles help you time your decisions about emerging technologies Magic Quadrants and MarketScopes show you where markets are headed An actionable approach, based on proven methodologies, creates clear direction. First Takes provide timely analysis of industry events Case Examples summarize real client experiences 9
Magic Quadrants - About market players Ability to Execute Challengers Niche Players Completeness of Vision Leaders Visionaries Leader: Doing well today, great prospects for tomorrow Visionaries: Great ideas for tomorrow, not executing consistently today Challengers: Executing well today, may not be successful in the future Niche Players: Doing well in a small segment of the market, or unable to innovate or outperform other vendors Gartner Magic Quadrants compare vendors in a specific market segment and position them accordingly in a clear, graphical format. This gives an instant snapshot of the products and services available in that market segment, and indicates which vendor is best suited to meet the requirements of a particular enterprise. Magic Quadrants help: - Identify the right vendor for your enterprise - Make the best and most effective buying decision - Identify vendor comparisons and fits within a market segment 10
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Hype Cycle - About emerging technologies Visibility A Hype Cycle is a graphic representation of the maturity, adoption and business application of specific technologies. Since 1995, Gartner has used Hype Cycles to characterize the overenthusiasm, or "hype," and subsequent disappointment that typically accompany the introduction of new technologies. Hype Cycles also show how and when technologies move beyond the hype, offer practical benefits and become widely accepted. Maturity Technology Trigger Peak of Inflated Expectations Trough of Disillusionment Slope of Enlightenment Plateau of Productivity Technology Trigger: The first phase, or a breakthrough. Can be a product launch or an event that generates significant press and interest. Peak of Inflated Expectations: A frenzy of publicity typically generates over-enthusiasm and unrealistic expectations. There may be some successful applications of a technology, but there are typically more failures. Trough of Disillusionment: The technology fails to meet expectations and quickly becomes unfashionable. The press loses interest. Slope of Enlightenment: Some businesses continue to experiment in order to understand the benefits and applications of the technology. Plateau of Productivity: The benefits of the technology are well-known and accepted. It becomes increasingly stable and evolves. The final height of the plateau varies depending on whether the technology is broadly applicable or benefits only a niche market. 12
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The Result Strategic Planning Assumptions provide management direction around IT investments Help Gartner subscribers to make better, informed Decision!! Microsoft will offer free Longhorn upgrades in 2007 (0.7 probability). Hype Cycles help you time your decisions about emerging technologies An actionable approach, based on proven methodologies, creates clear direction. Vendor Ratings help you manage your portfolio Magic Quadrants and MarketScopes show you where markets are headed First Takes provide timely analysis of industry events Case Examples summarize real client experiences 14
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Higher Education Research Agenda 07 How Should Higher Education Institutions Select and Implement Mission-Critical Administrative and Academic Enterprise Systems? What Technologies Provide the Greatest Opportunities for Learning and Research in Higher Education? How Can Higher Education Institutions Ensure Effective IT Governance, Strategic Planning and Alignment of IT? How Can Higher Education Institutions Provide or Deliver Quality IT Services? What Technologies and Standards Should Higher Education Institutions Evaluate to Adopt Enterprise Infrastructure? 17
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Sample Analyst Resources Dr. Michael Zastrocky Research VP Role/Responsibility: Michael Zastrocky, Ed.D., is a vice president and research director in Gartner Research, where he specializes in higher education, including distributed learning/e-learning, administrative computing issues, academic computing on campus, networking and telecommunications and strategic planning. Bio: Mr. Zastrocky has more than 30 years of experience in higher education. Before joining Gartner, he was a faculty member at several universities, an assistant dean, a chief information officer, vice president of CAUSE (now EDUCAUSE) and vice president of the Kaludis Consulting Group. He has delivered many keynote addresses around the globe and has served as a faculty member for numerous institutes and seminars. He has written or co-authored numerous books, modules, research notes and articles on computing, mathematics and management issues. He has served as a university trustee, school board member and a board member for both nonprofit and for-profit higher education organizations around the. Years of Experience: 10 years with Gartner, 36 years in IT industry Education: B.A., Regis University M.A., University of Denver Ed.D., Technology and Mathematics Education, University of Northern Colorado 19
Sample Analyst Resources Marti Harris Research Director Role/Responsibility: Marti Harris is a research director in Gartner Research, where her research area is highereducation technology strategies including administrative and academic systems, learning technologies, distributed learning, e-learning and library systems. Bio: Prior to joining Gartner, Ms. Harris had 20 years of experience in higher education, which included teaching in the areas of database analysis and design, system design and management of information technology. She taught both in computing and in business management departments. Administrative roles included the design and management of learning media labs. Ms. Harris is a professional librarian and was director of university libraries before moving to the computing teaching faculty. Professional Background: Liverpool Hope University College, Senior Lecturer of Information Management, 4 years Purdue University, Assistant Professor of Computer Technology, 4 years Friends University, Director of University Library and Professor of Computing, 5 years Education: B.A., Mid-American Nazarene University M.L.S., Emporia State University Coursework completed for Ph.D. in Instructional Technology at the University of Oklahoma 20
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Sample Analyst Resources Dr. Kraft Bell, Vice President, Distinguished Analyst Role/Responsibility: R. Kraft (Kraft) Bell, Ph.D., is a vice president, distinguished analyst in Gartner Research, where he is part of the Client Segment Vertical, based in the United States. He covers cross-industry research on corporate strategy, change management, executive leadership and decision making, innovation and core business processes such as product development. Dr. Bell also provides executives with usable advice to insure viable business strategies, strategic and practical approaches to change, as well as systematic resolution of critical business issues. Bio: Dr. Bell has more than 20 years of experience working with medium- and large-sized firms in the United States, Europe and Japan on organizational development, organizational behavior, change management and culture. He has consulted with Fortune 500 executives to develop transformational strategic plans with linked and aligned business plans. He has been an advisor to CEOs and executive teams on strategy and change at Ford, Dow Corning, Children s Memorial Hospital of Chicago, MichCon and DENSO. Dr. Bell has also built on the success of "Quality is Job 1" at Ford as lead advisor on the groundbreaking Concept-to-Customer product development redesign effort. Dr. Bell founded RKB Associates, Ltd., a strategic change management research and consulting firm, created practical business software, in addition to being a part owner and executive in three strategy, change and development consulting firms. Education: B.A., Business and Human Relations, Hanover College, Indiana, M.B.A., The School of Management, Syracuse University, Awarded an NDEA Title IV Fellowship Ph.D., Organization Development, Organizational Behavior/Leadership and Social Psychology/Behavioral Measurement, Syracuse University 29
Sample Analyst Resource Jane Disbrow, Research Director Role/Responsibility: Jane Disbrow is a research director in Gartner Research, where she is part of the IT Asset Management and Applied Research group. Ms. Disbrow covers software license agreements, best practices for contract terms and conditions, negotiation strategy, license metrics and software audits. She is a primary analyst for negotiation with Oracle and SAP, and reviews other software vendor proposals and contracts for best practices and reducing risks in software negotiations. Bio: Prior to joining Gartner, Ms. Disbrow was director of IT Contracts and Budget for AFLAC, where she was responsible for the negotiation of technology contracts, including software licensing, software development, technology consulting and hardware purchases. Ms. Disbrow has more than 20 years experience in technology procurement. Ms. Disbrow also worked two years as an industrial engineer. Professional Background: AFLAC, Director of IT Contracts and Budget, 19 years Bibb Company, Industrial Engineer, 2 years Education: B.A., Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. 30
Sample Analyst Resource Dr. Jan-Martin Lowendahl, Research Director Role/Responsibility: Jan-Martin Lowendahl, Ph.D (Chemistry) is a research director in Gartner Research, where his research area is higher-education technology strategies including administrative and academic systems, learning technologies, identity and access management, governance as well as European higher education issues such as the Bologna Process. Bio: Prior to joining Gartner, Dr. Lowendahl had 15 years of experience in higher education, including research and teaching and IT management. Most recently he served as CIO, where his main focus was infrastructure strategies and governance. Dr. Lowendahl has also worked collaboratively in the academic community and has served on several Boards. Years of Experience: 1 years with Gartner 12 years in IT industry Professional Background: Chalmers University of Technology, CIO, 5 years Chalmers University of Technology, IT-Director, 3 years School of Chemistry, Goteborg University, IT-Manager, 3 years Education Ph.D., Chemistry, Goteborg University 31
Sample Analyst Resource John Pescatore Vice President, Distinguished Analyst Role/Responsibility: John Pescatore is a vice president and research fellow in Gartner Research. Mr. Pescatore has 28 years of experience in computer, network and information security. Bio: Prior to joining Gartner, Mr. Pescatore was senior consultant for Entrust Technologies and Trusted Information Systems, where he started and managed security consulting groups. His previous experience includes 11 years with GTE, as well as employment with NSA and the U.S. Secret Service. Professional Background Trusted Information Systems, Senior Consultant, 2 years GTE, Technology Manager, 11 years U.S. Secret Service, Security Engineer, 4 years Industry Awards/Accolades Gartner Fellow GTE Technical Achievement Award Education B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Connecticut NSA-certified Cryptologic Engineer 32
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Activity Cycle for Application Management Modeled After the Way You Work Strategize Establish architecture, policies and governance Develop plans, resources and budgets Align strategy with business goals Evaluate Prioritize business requirements Design workflow and applications Select resources and budgets Execute Oversee projects, budgets and schedules Deploy applications; manage change Monitor, support and maintain applications Review Manage application maturity, quality and costs Review application alignment and performance Review employee performance and status Innovate Align activities to business strategy Facilitate business transformation Manage innovation 50 STRATEGIZE REVIEW INNOVATE EVALUATE EXECUTE
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