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Kostiantyn P.

Director Strategy and Transformation

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

3/31/2021

"IDC review"

4/5

What do you like best about IDC?

Comprehensive data - especially quarterly trackers (e.g. quarterly mobile and wearable trackers that I use), great/accurate forecast by segment and channel, high granularity

Provides worldwide and regional trackers

Interactive interface

Broad competitor and industry coverage

Covers new tech such as AR/VR

Supply chain tracking (complements POS data) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

Need to have deeper segmentation within b2b and ability to do cross-segments (e.g. by channel within the segment)

Want to have more categories covered, such as home entertainment, home appliances

Need better integration with other 3rd party platforms

Hard to reconcile with insights from other sources (eg strategy analytics)

Units reported when shippef but not sold

sometimes hysterical data get updated causing inconsistency

High costs Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering IDC:

I strongly recommend it even if you are using other providers such as strategy analytics to complement your insights (both from b2c and b2b angle) Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is IDC solving and how is that benefiting you?

1) evaluating performance kpi based on market share - idc provides insights on industry total sales volume

2) planning future sales based on IDC market forecasts for consumer electronics

3) assessing seasonality trends

4) overall market insights

5) competitor analysis and insights Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

IDC Reviews & Product Details

International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets. With more than 1,300 analysts worldwide, IDC offers global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries. IDC's analysis and insight helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community to make fact-based technology decisions and to achieve their key business objectives. Founded in 1964, IDC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of International Data Group (IDG, Inc.), the world's leading tech media, data and marketing services company.

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

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Verified User in Computer Software

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

8/26/2025

"Exceptional Insights and Partnership from IDC and Analyst Matt Leger"

5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

Actionable insights with true collaboration Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

There is nothing I dislike about working with IDC Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Charles L.

Director - Data and Analytics

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

7/25/2025

"Excellent Advisors"

5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

Professional. Advisors have been very knowledgeable and Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

I really have had no complaints. IDC has been a solid resource. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

3/14/2025

"High quality analysts - easy access and processes"

5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

The knowledge and tenure of analysts are usually top-notch. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

CSMs can get a bit busy, so you have to get your sales rep involved to help out at times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Shivom V.

Business Analyst

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

8/11/2023

"IDC : A complete data solution"

5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

Vast library of data sets & tools at your disposal to be used or even molded to make fit for your usage depending upon your requirements. Lots of ready reckoners that can be directly integrated within your systems Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

Client support team needs to be more trained to handle technical issues, current team is good with people but not so good with issues arising within the system. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

6/19/2023

"IDC-Market analysis"

5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

IDC has a very user-friendly interface which makes it very easy to use and understand the data. I have been using IDC multiple times for getting vendor shares on major tech companies, and it has always been really helpful. The reports on IDC are informative and exhaustive.

Also, the keyword search on IDC gives out very related results. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

IDC can focus on improving its customer support so that a quick solution is provided to the users. The customer support gives out the solutions, however the time taken by the support team is too much, which delays our project. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Banking

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/16/2023

"IDC ready-made solutions"

2.5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

IDC has a vast library of data sets and tools that can be used or customized to fit my specific needs. They also have a number of ready-made solutions that can be easily integrated into my systems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

The customer support team could be better trained to handle technical issues. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is IDC solving and how is that benefiting you?

Vast library of data sets and tools: IDC has a wide variety of data sets and tools that can be used to analyze transportation data. This data can be used to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and make better decisions about transportation planning.

Ready-made solutions: IDC also offers a number of ready-made solutions that can be easily integrated into transportation management systems. These solutions can save time and money, and they can help businesses get up and running quickly.

Customer support: IDC's customer support team is generally good at helping customers with non-technical issues. However, they could be better trained to handle technical issues.

Informed decision-making: IDC helps businesses make informed decisions about integrating new technologies into their transportation management systems. They have the tools to research, analyze, and reach satisfactory conclusions about the feasibility of any new technology. This can help businesses avoid costly mistakes and improve their transportation operations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Connor P.

IT Assistant

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

8/16/2023

"Great"

5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

Great communication from all members of the team. All information that I require is easily found and I can implement this in my work life or private life setting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

So far I have not experienced any issues at present, which is a great bonus to trusting a business. The website is easy to navigate around and any issues I have needed attention for, I know i'll get a response. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Abhinav S.

Associate

Research

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

6/16/2023

"Best database for Tech related data"

5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

It is very easy to use and the reports available on IDC are very insightful. The platform is very interactive. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

Only covers tech related articles and reports. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

8/17/2023

"Review for IDC"

3/5

What do you like best about IDC?

THe way they contacted me, the professionalisn and the things they made clarification before proceeding. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

After my last call with IDC Executive I haven't recieved any update till now even after around 10 days Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

12/15/2022

"World class advice from good people"

4.5/5

What do you like best about IDC?

IDC covers just about all the tech markets, from FutureScape predictions o market overviews to demand forecasts and market share. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about IDC?

Research licensing is by market/category; you have limited access outside of the narrow range you choose for the length of the contract. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.