Today we ask our probing questions of Annette Zimmerman from Gartner. Munich-based Research Director Annette (LinkedIn, @mobileann) is Agenda Manager for Gartner’s devices research – and she probably has more gadgets than you.
- What are your coverage areas?
My beat is very broad in comparison to many analysts. I cover personal technologies including devices, PCs and wearables, following firms like Apple, Microsoft, Google, Samsung to name but a few. I’m also tracking the IoT and specifically beacon technology and indoor positioning solutions from vendors like Cisco, Aruba and Estimote.
- What are your opinions of the IT Analysis Marketplace and where do you see it going?
It’s still a growing business with demand coming from vendors and IT-users alike. Industry specific knowledge is becoming more important.