
IDC provides market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the IT, telecom, and consumer technology markets.

IDC TechMatch is an AI-powered software sourcing and vendor evaluation platform designed for CIOs, IT leaders, and procurement teams. Built on IDC’s trusted research, TechMatch streamlines the entire software sourcing lifecycle-from requirements gathering to vendor shortlisting, RFP generation, renewal benchmarking, and portfolio consolidation-enabling organizations to make faster, more confident decisions at every stage. Key Features: - AI-driven vendor recommendations based on your organization’s requirements - Real-time collaborative requirements gathering and shortlist updates - In-depth vendor profiles powered by IDC’s proprietary research - AI chat assistant for vendor insights and executive summary generation - Automated RFP and executive summary export for streamlined procurement - Benchmarking tools to compare current vendors for renewal decisions - Portfolio analysis to identify overlaps and support software consolidation Benefits: - Accelerate software sourcing cycles from months to weeks - Reduce time and costs associated with vendor research and comparison - Foster alignment and buy-in across teams with a transparent process - Minimize bias through data-driven vendor evaluation - Support renewal conversations by benchmarking incumbent vendors against the latest market data - Drive software consolidation by identifying redundant solutions and optimizing your technology stack Differentiators: - AI-based insights tailored for evaluation teams, powered by IDC’s trusted intelligence. - Collaborative decision-making with real-time updates and shared workspaces - Integrated platform combining requirements management, vendor insights, renewal benchmarking, and consolidation analysis under one roof

IDC (International Data Corporation) is a premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events in the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets. Since its founding in 1964, IDC has offered insights to professionals, businesses, and IT leaders to help them make informed decisions on technology and business strategies. The company provides reliable data and analysis regarding market trends, opportunities, and competitive landscapes, supported by global, regional, and local expertise. IDC's comprehensive array of services is designed to assist industry participants in developing strategies to confront business challenges.