Investments in software require a huge bulk off your capital or savings. And in these difficult times, not many companies can really afford to spend much, even if they probably need it.
Good thing that there’s actually a way to invest in software spending without breaking the bank, or running your savings aground.
An article on BusinessWeek Online discusses how software vendors are competing for shrinking IT budgets by touting products that can save energy, save money, and save the environment.
- Microsoft launched its “environmental dashboard” and the Windows 7 claiming to conserve PC power
- Autodesk acquired companies whose programs help architect design eco-friendly buildings
- IBM is emphasizing how governments and businesses can invest together in powerful computer systems and data analysis software to address problems like climate change and food supply safety
- Big Blue has several projects underway in the U.S., Europe, and Asia as part of its “smarter planet” initiative
