For the first time since Q4 2012 the server market grew. The dynamic changes in vendors and technology make it a key area to watch. Read more »
Strong x86 and Virtualisation push Server market up 0.8% in Q2 2014
IBM finds new Masters for its Birthday Mainframe
The mainframe is 50 today - but IBM is making it relevant to the younger generation Read more »
Server Markets Drop Just 3% In Q2 2013
The server market contracted by just 3% in Q2 - much better than many other hardware markets. Read our latest sizing and expectations Read more »
IBM Announces zEnterprise BC12 – Business Class Booster
IBM announces its latest mainframe to ship in September 2013 and lots of new software, solutions and features. Read more »
IBM System z Q1 2013 – Fast Consolidation For Algar Telecom
IBM System z had another good quarter in Q1 2013; we think suppliers of new integrated systems can learn a lot from the mainframe Read more »
Server Markets Jump Up 7.5% In Q4 2012
The server market grew by 7.5% in Q4 2012, despite a slight fall in 2012 overall. have a look at our market shares and forecast Read more »
Server Markets Tumble – Will Drop 6% In 2012
Server revenues dropped 5% in Q2 2012 and are expected to fall 6% in 2012. Read ITCandor's market assessment, shares and forecasts. Read more »
IBM Mainframes – Integrating Business Analytics With zBX
IBM System z has been going through a resurgence - especially in the attached zBX cabinet. Read ITCandor's assessment. Read more »
IBM Smarter Computing – ‘Big Data In Optimized Systems, Managed As A Cloud’
IBM is ahead of other vendors when it comes to understanding the linkeage between workloads and servers and is learning how to integrate its hardware, software and services into new types of computer. Read ITCandor's analysis of how it is expanding its definition of the system in what it terms 'Smarter Computing'. Read more »
IBM System Z Mips Shows Increased Centralisation And A Return To Growth
ITCandor publishes its initial Mips Model for IBM System z mainframes. It will help you understand how this server business is developing over time. Read more »
Server Choices – Why Chips, Form Factors, Architectures And Workloads Matter
The differences between chips, form factors, architectures and workloads are essential to understand when choosing to buy a server. ITCandor looks at the differences and relationships Read more »
IBM System X – An Integrated x86 Approach From The Fullest Range Vendor
IBM invited a number of analysts over to Avenet's office to discuss System x. Martin's written it up, adding data from his own research. Read more »