Technology executive connection vol.4 Exploiting intellectual property in a complex world This PricewaterhouseCoopers report is based on both a global on-line survey of technology industry executives conducted by the Economist Intelligence Unit and in-depth personal interviews with industry leaders and PwC subject matter professionals. It reveals that IP is a core strategic asset for technology companies and that the focus is shifting away from considering it as a mere legal issue (protection and litigation) towards managing and enhancing its value.
Convergence monitor: The digital home
Because more and more communications and media companies are pushing forward with their triple- and quadruple-play strategies, consumers and organisations face a multitude of options and challenges.The first of a series of global surveys, PricewaterhouseCoopers surveyed 8,000 employees in 17 countries about their use of digitised services. The report discusses some key findings, including what consumers are willing to pay for, how they access content, the importance of security and customer service.
Technology executive connections vol. 3 Download (1.6 MB) Successful strategies for talent management
In view of the increasing scarcity of talent available worldwide, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and the Economist Intelligence Unit asked executives how they are meeting their current talent needs and, more importantly, what they’re doing to ensure that these needs are met in the next five years.
Technology M&A insights 2007
This report provides an overview of global M&A in the technology sector during 2006 with analysis and comment on the market's principal trends, driving forces and outlook for 2007. Read this article to stay current on what is happening in this ever-evolving industry.
Technology executive connections vol. 2 Download (2.5 MB)
Shaping digital convergence through mergers & acquisitions
There’s no doubt that convergence is causing great change—partnerships, alliances, and M&A deals are all on the rise. But is convergence really the driver? In order to shed some light on this question, PwC and the Economist Intelligence Unit asked executives across the world what they thought about this and other related questions.
Technology executive connections vol. 1 Download (1.6 MB)
Embracing change in the technology industries
Change in the technology industries appears never ending. Yet evidence from 13 in-depth interviews and an online survey of 126 executives in the technology industries worldwide shows that the industry believes it is learning how to adapt, survive and thrive amid great change.
IFRS - Impact on financial reporting for the software and computer services sector
The software and computer services sector continues to be dominated by consolidation, developing new technologies and the need to continually show consistent growth in its reported revenue. The changes in accounting rules brought about by the introduction of IFRS will have a significant impact on how these elements are reported. Using information from interim results and press releases, this document examines the adjustments made and the impact that they have had on the companies within your sector.
China's impact on the semiconductor industry: 2006 update China was responsible for 90 percent of growth in worldwide semiconductor consumption in 2005, continuing a trend we first observed beginning in 2003. All of the semiconductor executives we interviewed for this update believe the market in China will continue to grow at a much faster rate than the worldwide rate in 2005.
Emerging Canadian software companies - The CEO perspective (2006)
Over 150 CEOs participated in this study of the challenges and successes of the Canadian CEOs of emerging software companies. The US CEO perspective is shared throughout the report as we compare and contrast their sentiments with those of the Canadian CEOs.
Software revenue recognition guide
This 500-page technical guide details how to apply the AICPA's SOP 97-2, SOP 98-4, and SOP 98-9. It includes the AICPA interpretations of technical revenue recognition questions and addresses the impact of SEC guidance, rulemaking, and interpretations.
Three keys to obtaining venture capital - 10th edition Designed to help first-time entrepreneurs understand the venture capital process and provides a useful step-by-step tool for creating a business plan. Through this understanding, and armed with a comprehensive and thorough business plan, an entrepreneur will have realistic expectations and can concentrate on targeting the financing search for the most promising business investment sources.
US venture capital practice services
A trifold publication with a list of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) services and service provider contact information.
Three keys to obtaining venture capital: Europe, Middle East and Africa
In 2002, the well-acknowledged Three keys to obtaining venture capital - 9th edition was revised in order to meet the needs of the European venture capital community. This 'Europeanised' brochure is designed to help first time entrepreneurs understand the venture capital process and provides a useful step-by-step tool for creating a business plan, as well as describing PwC's services to VCs and companies with extraordinary potential (CWEPs).
