Oct 2002
Unstructured data management: the elephant in the corner

Managing unstructured data is a problem that has been around for as long as people have been using computers to write letters and send email. But many companies may not be aware that they even have a problem, or may think it is an insurmountable one. Unstructured data is four times larger in volume than structured data, yet little effort is spent in managing and analyzing it.

The 451 Group is pleased to announce the publication of the first extensive report on the UDM market. The report provides a comprehensive view of the market and its future direction, including strategic assessments of competitors - the major players, new market entrants, a group of players to watch and future market development.

This report assesses the different approaches to the UDM market, and who the ultimate winners and losers will be. Segments examined include vendors in: content, document and knowledge management; search and retrieval; categorization and taxonomies; and XML databases and tools. The report also assesses likely M&A activity in this market, and the acquisition strategies of key players.

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