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Futuristic Tech Investment Infographics

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Infographic Measures Projected IT Investments

— February 16, 2013 — Business
Innovation doesn't come cheap, and IT investment is something that goes beyond just throwing money and coming up with a new idea.

The folks over at CA Technologies have polled hundreds of IT companies around the world to come up with some very interesting statistics related to IT investment and future innovation. Despite being in a down economy, it turns out that IT investment is actually on the rise. 50 percent of companies have increased their IT spending, while only 14 percent are cutting back. There are some troubling statistics within the world of IT investment as well, such as companies having trouble deciding where to invest their dollars and under staffing concerns.

As it turns out, you can just throw money at people until they come up with the next iPod or Google maps, it takes some creative thinking too, and you can't put a dollar amount on innovative thinking.
Trend Themes
1. Increased IT Investment - Companies are increasing their IT spending, indicating a growing trend in the industry.
2. Turbulent Decision-making Process - Companies are facing challenges in deciding where to allocate their IT investment, creating an opportunity for innovative decision-making solutions.
3. Understaffing Concerns - The issue of understaffing in the IT industry presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in workforce management and productivity solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Information Technology - The IT industry is experiencing a surge in investment, which opens doors for innovations in software, hardware, and services.
2. Business Consulting - Companies struggling with decision-making in IT investment can leverage the expertise of business consulting firms specializing in technology strategies.
3. Human Resources - The concerns of understaffing in the IT industry create an opportunity for HR professionals and technology companies to develop innovative solutions for talent acquisition and retention.
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