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Transforming Enterprise Business Apps With Powerful AI Ecosystems And Marketplaces
We can’t emphasize enough the importance of interconnected networks and ecosystems to the enterprise application software market. Industry cloud providers and hyperscalers possess several key advantages in nurturing and leading these innovation networks. So what does this acceleration of AI software and services on industry cloud and hyperscaler marketplaces mean? Well, it depends on the […]
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The Rise Of Digital Coworkers: Moveworks Bets Big On AI Agents
Moveworks’ global event in San Jose marked a major inflection point in enterprise AI with the announcement of Agent Studio, Plugin Workspace, and an AI Agent Marketplace — all part of its strategy to become the go-to platform for building business-ready AI agents. Analysts Julie Mohr and Rowan Curran provide their insights on the announcements. […]
Calling All Tech & Digital Pioneers!
Get recognized for your tech and digital innovation! Nominations are now open for Forrester’s three Technology Awards across North America, APAC, and EMEA. Winners will be celebrated at Forrester’s Technology & Innovation Summits.
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Atlassian’s AI Offensive Is Changing Work Forever
Atlassian has launched a sweeping upgrade to its platform, and the message is crystal-clear: AI isn’t just a feature; it’s the foundation. If you’re working in tech, managing teams, or even just part of a business using Jira or Confluence, this isn’t a subtle shift; it’s a tectonic one. Atlassian dropped a full suite of […]
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NVIDIA GTC 2025: Reasoning And Robotics Converge
San Jose was abuzz with excitement as AI enthusiasts gathered for the 2025 NVIDIA GTC AI conference. Find out what the key announcements were and what they could mean for your technology roadmap in this review.
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SUSECON 25: Expanding Open Source In Cloud, Edge, And AI
At its recent SUSECON 25 event, SUSE revealed a rebranded portfolio focused on four key platforms. Learn more about those changes and how they could impact your technology plans in this review of the event.
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Call For Entries: The 2025 Enterprise Architecture Awards
Forrester is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for the 2025 global Enterprise Architecture Awards. Learn more about this year’s awards and how to apply here.
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Microgrids And Data Centers: A Sustainable Power Duo
Tech leaders are under more pressure to improve energy efficiency. Discover how microgrids are revolutionizing data centers to meet AI’s growing demands and sustainability goals.
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Let The Service Management Agentic AI Race Begin
As vendors race to integrate AI-driven solutions into their offerings, we explore how agentic AI is revolutionizing service management, why it matters now, and what the future holds for service management automation.
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It’s Time To Define Your Professional Existence And Articulate Your Story
The urgency of telling your story as a data or technology leader within the current corporate landscape cannot be overstated. As we navigate these turbulent times, the ability to articulate your professional identity clearly and compellingly has emerged as a critical lifeline. Let this be the moment you choose to define your existence within your organization and beyond.
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Why We’re Moving From ZTE To SASE Terminology
Find out why Forrester is pivoting away from the term Zero Trust edge (ZTE) in favor of the term secure access service edge (SASE).
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Why The DOJ Is Worried About Networking Innovation And What Paths Lie Ahead For HPE And Juniper
The Department of Justice's action to block the Juniper acquisition won't save innovation in networking. No matter whether or not the acquisition proceeds, customers will benefit if they are put front and center.
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Supercharge The IT Circular Economy With The CARFAX Approach
The Challenge With The Circular Economy In 2025, Forrester predicted that more than a third of Global Fortune 100 firms will commit to circular economy goals. We recommended that, this year, enterprise leaders perform infrastructure lifecycle assessments to understand the environmental impact of their choices. Further for manufacturing, Forrester’s report, Embrace The Circular Economy To […]
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The Return Of Infrastructure: Building An AI Base
How important are your tech infrastructure decisions in the age of AI? Principal Analysts Michele Pelino and Naveen Chhabra review some of the latest tech infrastructure trends and predictions tech leaders should know as they build out their AI strategies.
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DeepSeek Unleashes Smaller-Footprint Models That Can Transform AIOps From Cloud To Edge
Exciting developments such as DeepSeek’s R1 announcement are extending opportunities to run large language models on edge devices. These advancements could have profound implications for edge computing, particularly in the realms of AIOps and observability. By enabling real-time insights and faster automations at the edge, enterprises can enhance their operational posture, drive down costs, and improve operational efficiency and resilience.
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Top Six Use Cases For GenAI In Knowledge Workflows
Generative AI can significantly enhance agile knowledge management practices by automating and improving various aspects of knowledge workflows. Learn the top use cases and find out how knowledge workers can adapt to them.
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Third-Party VMware Support: A New Alternative On The Table
Tech buyers scrambling to get VMware support in the wake of the Broadcom deal are happy to hear about new third-party support service providers. Learn some of the pitfalls to avoid in evaluating these new providers.
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New Research — Workload/Batch Automation Is Undergoing A Transformation
Automation is the cornerstone of speed and operational efficiency. With the increasing complexity in IT ecosystems, business applications, and data, the demand for smarter automation is greater than ever.
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NetApp Focuses On Storage And Exits FinOps
Last week, Flexera announced intent to acquire Spot by NetApp to the tune of $100 million, a considerable drop from the $450 million that NetApp paid to acquire Spot.
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Cohesity Acquires Veritas: A Data Resilience Behemoth Emerges
Cohesity and Veritas’ merger just completed last week, creating the single largest data resilience provider in the market by revenue. Learn the details of the merger and find out what it could mean for customers and the market at large.
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Balancing AI And Humanity: Insights From Knowledge Management’s Biggest Events In 2024
Knowledge management is experiencing an exciting transformation fueled by the merging of generative AI and human-centered practices.
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