Archives: Insights

August 26, 2024

Steven Dickens

Infrastructure Matters

AI Acceleration News from IBM at Hot Chips – Infrastructure Matters, Episode 52

Chris Berry and Susan Eickhoff, leading figures in processor development at IBM, join Steven Dickens to share insights on IBM's groundbreaking AI acceleration technologies presented at Hot Chips.

AI and Data Analytics, Emerging Technologies, Semiconductors and Components

August 26, 2024

Steven Dickens & Keith Kirkpatrick

Research Note

Scandit Expands Shelf Intelligence with MarketLab’s Fixed-Camera Tech

New Fixed-Camera Shelf Scanning Could Boost Store Efficiency, But It Is Crucial To Address Customer Privacy Concerns

The Futurum Group’s Steven Dickens and Keith Kirkpatrick share their insights on Scandit’s acquisition of MarketLab’s fixed-camera scanning solutions, and discuss the steps retailers should take to ensure privacy issues do not derail its use.

AI, Enterprise Applications

August 26, 2024

Keith Kirkpatrick

Research Note

Oracle and King’s College Hospital London to Improve EHR with OCI

Focus on Driving Better Patient Care and Operational Efficiency Through Modern Infrastructure

Keith Kirkpatrick, Research Director at The Futurum Group, provides insights on Oracle’s partnership with King’s College Hospital London to enhance their EHR system using Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, highlighting the impact on healthcare operations and Oracle’s strategic growth in the sector.

Cloud, Data Management, Digital Transformation, Hybrid Cloud, Infrastructure, and Operations

August 26, 2024

Keith Kirkpatrick

Research Note

OpenText Axcelerate Integrates AI-Power via Aviator

New Capabilities Aid Legal Teams with eDiscovery, Document Review, Analysis, and Litigation Strategies

Keith Kirkpatrick, Research Director at The Futurum Group, dives deep into OpenText's AI-driven Axcelerate with Aviator, showcasing its potential to revolutionize legal eDiscovery through advanced analytics and automation.

AI and Data Analytics, Content and Data Management, Enterprise Applications

August 26, 2024

Olivier Blanchard

Research Note

AMD to Acquire ZT Systems and Expand Data Center AI Systems Capabilities

AMD to Significantly Expand Data Center AI Systems Capabilities with Acquisition of Hyperscale Solutions Provider ZT Systems

Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, digs into the motivations and potential upsides of AMD’s plans to acquire ZT Systems, particularly as AMD ramps up efforts to expand its leadership in high-growth AI-driven IT market segments.

AI, Cloud, Computing, Data Center, Data Infrastructure

August 26, 2024

Olivier Blanchard

Research Note

Ring’s New Battery Doorbell Strikes Balance Between Budget and Premium Features

Ring Launches Easy-to-Install Battery Doorbell, Featuring Head-to-Toe Video, Seamless Installation, and More

Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, provides a competitive overview of Ring’s new Battery Doorbell offering, and discusses its balance of pricing and features for three critical customer segments: renters, landlords, and customers looking to equip multiple access points.

Devices, IoT, PCs and Devices, Security

August 23, 2024

Dr. Bob Sutor

Research Note

Synopsys Hits Record Q3 2024 Revenue on High Semiconductor, AI Demand

Synopsys Posts a Solid Third Quarter in Fiscal Year 2024, Reporting Robust Revenue Growth, Yet Faces Potential Challenges in Sustaining Momentum Across Its Core Business Units

Synopsys, Inc.’s record Q3 earnings reflect the company’s advancements in design automation and AI-driven IP solutions. These innovations support the growth of AI, 5G, and IoT technologies, aligning with the sustained demand that fueled their strong financial performance.