The 451 Group is a leading technology-industry analyst and data company focused on the business of enterprise IT innovation. Through its five owned and operated divisions, The 451 Group provides critical and timely insight into the market and competitive dynamics of innovation in emerging technology segments. Clients of the company - at vendor, investor, service-provider and end-user organizations - rely on The 451 Group's insight and data to support both strategic and tactical decision-making. Founded in 2000, the 451 Group is headquartered in New York, with offices in key locations, including San Francisco, Washington, DC, London, Boston, Seattle and Denver.

The 451 Group also owns and operates five independent divisions:

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