Overview
As a leading IT M&A firm, martinwolf monitors the latest trends and developments in the middle market IT space. Our executives routinely develop commentaries, blogs and white papers about M&A and game-changing developments within the verticals of IT Services, BPO, SaaS, Managed Services, Cloud and Supply Chain.
BIG DATA
Big Data is Here to Stay
Tim Mueller, Principal
Key Takeaways
- Big data is no passing fad—IT spending on big data will be in excess of $34 billion globally in 2013.
- In the first 10 days of January, there were at least six acquisitions of big data companies providing a preview of what to expect in the coming year.
Private Equity
To Be or Not to Be?
Analyst
Key Takeaways
- Institutional growth investments are not always the right choice for small business owners, but they can have a strong positive impact on a business.
- Owners must ask what their priorities and their investors' priorities are, and ensure that the two are alligned.
Industry Analysis
The MW IT Index® in 2012, A Retrospective
Yousif Abdura, Senior Analyst
Key Takeaways
- Cloud was the main focus of 2012, but it has yet to reach its full potential as an industry sector.
- All three geographies will face unique challenges moving forward—and their ability to adapt to the changing landscape is critical to their success.
Cross-Border
IT in India: Reforms and Improving Economy Spark Brighter Outlook
Key Takeaways
- New, business-friendly government policies and increasing domestic demand suggest a strong year for the Indian economy—and, with it, the $100 billion IT Services industry.
- By expanding their global presence, Indian IT providers can drive synergies and innovation while recruiting talent that is closer to their clients.
An Interview with Neusoft CEO Dr. Jiren Liu
Key Takeaways
- The Chinese IT outsourcing market "has great potential," and it will be further boosted by China's transformation towards a sustainable economy.
- Indian IT companies hold historical and language-based advantages, but Chinese companies have the luxury of a large domestic market and growing international demand due to globalization.