The requirements of data management systems are becoming ever more demanding and many companies are struggling to keep up with the data deluge. Over 56% of respondents in ComputerWorld’s latest survey say overwhelming data volumes are compelling them to look at new data management solutions and are looking for ways to efficiently manage the data explosion. See how they are planning to tackle new data management challenges.

1. 29% report that current systems don’t live up
to TCO expectations
2 out of 3 find an integrated software approach
to data management highly appealing
All respondents
Senior IT
Mid-level IT
all levels feel that an integrated software apprach is best suited to their challenges.
Changing Tides
Senior and mid-level managers alike gravitate toward an integrated
software approach to data management
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According to a global survey of over 200 organizations,
sponsored by SAP and conducted by IDG research services
56%
63%
48%
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While the requirements of data management systems become
ever more demanding, many companies are struggling to
keep up with the deluge. With the tides changing, how will
you adapt? 23%
over next 12 months
23%
within next 12-24
months
No
Not sure
Nearly 50% plan to
evaluate new approaches
to data management
within 2 years
Data Management Gap Analysis:
Importance of Criteria vs. Current effectiveness
HighAvailability/Reliability
89%
79%
86%
66%
TotalCostofOwnership