Spending on IT in Australia is forecast to grow 3.2 per cent in 2013, reaching $75.7 billion, according to research firm, Gartner.

Many things in life need to be done as a team. Take hockey for example. Not everyone can be in the goals and not everyone can be the half back or wing. The team needs to work together to compliment the skills of each other to finally drive the ball through and score a goal. Life is full of situations where teams are required and IT is no exception.

In the world of retail and professional IT services, balancing hard fought margins and sustainability with non-profit generating activities, like staff support and training, are an ever present nightmare.

The BI tools market in Asia Pacific grew 7.7 per cent and was estimated to be worth US$445.30 million in 2008 despite the global economic crisis, said IDC Wednesday.