Cautious Web Services Software Adoption Continues; IDC Expects Spending to Reach $11 Billion by 2008.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 1, 2004 According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. a new report from IDC, worldwide spending on software in support of Web services-based projects will reach $11 billion by 2008, compared to $1.1 billion achieved in 2003. Driven by the desire to reduce costs, this technology is moving to the forefront of most IT department strategies as a critical option for solving integration issues. Many organizations are also looking to capitalize on Cap´i`tal`ize on` v. t. 1. To turn (an opportunity) to one's advantage; to take advantage of (a situation); to profit from; as, to capitalize on an opponent's mistakes s>. what services-based technology offers to address future application needs. "The industry is entering a critical stage in the acceptance and support for higher-levels of Web services (1) Loosely, any online service delivered over the Web. Such usage appears in articles from non-technical sources, but not in IT-oriented publications, because definition #2 below describes the correct use of the term. standards and technologies. The market-at-large is embracing the concept of services-oriented architecture (SOA (1) (Start Of Authority) The first record in a DNS zone file. See DNS records. (2) (Service Oriented Architecture) The modularization of business functions for greater flexibility and reusability. ) to such a degree that it could inevitably leave a mark on IT environments for many years to come," said Sandra Rogers, director for Web Services Software and Integration at IDC. However, IDC cautions that realistic expectations are warranted regarding the rate and scale of uptake uptake /up·take/ (up´tak) absorption and incorporation of a substance by living tissue. up·take n. of enterprises creating robust services-oriented architectures. Rogers added, "The confluence confluence /con·flu·ence/ (kon´floo-ins) 1. a running together; a meeting of streams.con´fluent 2. in embryology, the flowing of cells, a component process of gastrulation. of available technology, skills, and reference use cases is needed and will take time to evolve. Users and vendors alike must acknowledge and support an environment that allows for phased change versus big-bang or holistic Holistic A practice of medicine that focuses on the whole patient, and addresses the social, emotional, and spiritual needs of a patient as well as their physical treatment. Mentioned in: Aromatherapy, Stress Reduction, Traditional Chinese Medicine architectural overhaul activities. The ability of vendors to support and help businesses transform multiple generations of Web services and XML-based systems will be vital." IDC's recently released study, Worldwide Web Services Software Forecast, 2004-2008: Cautious Adoption Continues (IDC #31079), provides a sizing of Web services software (WSS WSS Windows Sharepoint Services (Microsoft) WSS Web Services Security (OASIS) WSS Wavelength Selective Switch (Reconfigurable Optical Add/Drop Multiplexer) ) in 2003 and a 2004-2008 forecast for this market opportunity. Historical and forecast revenue data is shown for the total worldwide market, by geographic region and primary software market. Web services software market opportunity by geographic region and primary market, key trends and essential guidance is also provided. To purchase this document, call IDC's sales hotline at 508-988-7988 or email sales@idc.com. About IDC IDC is the premier global market intelligence and advisory firm in the information technology and telecommunications industries. We analyze and predict technology trends so that our clients can make strategic, fact-based decisions on IT purchases and business strategy. Over 700 IDC analysts in 50 countries provide local expertise and insights on technology markets. Business executives and IT managers have relied for 40 years on our advice to make decisions that contribute to the success of their organizations. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG IDG International Data Group IDG Integrated Drive Generator IDG Installation Design Guide IDG Internet Discussion Group IDG Inset Dielectric Guide IDG International Dangerous Goods (mail, shipping) , the world's leading technology media, research, and events company. Additional information can be found at www.idc.com. All product and company names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. |
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