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Now available -- new market intelligence for successful eLearning business planning in Europe

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European Corporate eLearning Market Forecast & Analysis, 2001-2006 by Sheila McGovern, IDC Senior Analyst, European Services (April 2002, #TT01J) IDC's latest elearning study examines the Western European market for elearning content, services and infrastructure purchased from external vendors. The report provides data and analysis necessary to assist vendors with their strategic business planning process.

Why Do Companies Need Research Right Now?
Though still in its infancy, the eLearning market is undergoing a period of rapid change. Companies offering elearning form, merge, enter and leave the market at remarkable speed. Vendors in or planning to enter the market can gain competitive advantage by having access to up to date information about the dynamics of the market and the players in it. IDC's Research analyzes and anticipates the impact of market changes, and provides data and insights to help vendors to identify opportunities and avoid risks.

Who is this eLearning Forecast & Analysis study for?
CEO's, Managing Directors, Research Directors, Marketing or Business Development Directors, Education or Training Directors, Product Managers and anyone responsible for strategic planning within a training or elearning organization.

What key questions are answered?
--What are the major trends in elearning in Europe?
--What is the size of the market and what are the growth rates for 2001-2006?
--How much is being spent on elearning spending in Western European by country? by segment? (content, services, infrastructure)
--Who are the Top 10 elearning players in Europe and what are they doing to gain market share?
--What are the key factors for an elearning company looking to gain or keep a leadership position?

What companies are covered?
Accenture, Cisco Systems, Deloitte Consulting, Enlight Interactive, EPIC Group, Groupe Cegos, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, KnowledgePool, KPMG Consulting, McGraw-Hill, NETg, Oracle, PwC, Saba Software, SBS, SkillSoft, SmartForce, Sun Microsystems.

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Related reports available now:
European Business Skills Training Market Forecast & Analysis, 2000-2005, November 2001 European IT Certification Market Forecast & Analysis, 2000-2005, November 2001.

Upcoming reports:
European Knowledge Management Forecast & Analysis, 2001-2006 European IT Training Market Forecast & Analysis, 2001-2006.

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