What does the HP split mean?
A separated HP will be able to react to market dynamics faster, and be better equipped to seize opportunities. Giorgio Nebuloni, research manager: data centres at IDC EMEA, points out that HP’s stated goal is to have an increased focus, faster decision-making...Symantec split allows for better focus
Symantec confirms that its board has unanimously approved a plan to separate the company into two, independent publicly traded companies: one business focused on security and one business focused on information management (IM). “As the security and storage industries...Shortlist for AfricaCom Awards released
The AfricaCom Awards, taking place on 12 November, will celebrate and acknowledge leaders in digital technology, ICT, telecommunications and media. For this year’s awards, 161 entries were received. “The overall quality of the entries this year surpassed expectation,”...Why the move to Windows 10 was necessary
If Microsoft fails to fix the problems that have plagued Windows 8, it could damage its PC market dominance. Warwick Business School Professor of Practice Mark Skilton comments: “Microsoft needs to be careful not to squander its market lead in the desktop market, as...