Recent Research from Liam Eagle

• SME spending on AI and security drives a strong start to 2026 – Highlights from Macroeconomic Outlook, SME Tech Trends

  By Liam Eagle Michael Nocerino April 22 2026 | Market Insight

  SMEs' intent to spend on IT products and services slowed in Q4 2025. Our Macroeconomic Outlook, SME Tech Trends, Organizational Dynamics 2026 survey shows a rebound in spending intent to start the year, while also examining SMEs' AI adoption. According to 451 Research’s US Tech Demand Indicator, intent to spend remains strong. The Q1 2026 score was 56.9, indicating positive sentiment (a score above 50) and the strongest result since Q1 2022. It is projected to improve slightly in the second quarter despite a challenging overall economic scenario.

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• Survey Data Hub – Macroeconomic Outlook, SME Tech Trends, Organizational Dynamics 2026

  By Liam Eagle Michael Nocerino April 22 2026 | Technology & Business Insight

  Voice of the Customer: Macroeconomic Outlook, SME Tech Trends provides you with actionable data and insight to understand the key dynamics driving the corporate markets.

  Combining 451 Research’s industry-leading analysis with multiple panels for an accurate view of key technology markets, Voice of the Customer: Macroeconomic Outlook, SME Tech Trends tracks planned corporate technology purchases. Additionally, the survey monitors shifts in behavior as they relate to spending categories, willingness to spend and capital budgets.

  This survey was fielded Feb. 5–March 19, 2026. Delivered quarterly, this research provides comprehensive, survey-driven analyst reports with customizable data deliverables. The margin of error for top-line statistics is +/- 7 points at the 95% confidence level.

  Reports

  SME spending on AI and security drives a strong start to 2026 – Highlights from Macroeconomic Outlook, SME Tech Trends (Spotlight)

  SMEs' intent to spend on IT products and services slowed in Q4 2025. Our Macroeconomic Outlook, SME Tech Trends, Organizational Dynamics 2026 survey shows a rebound in spending intent to start the year, while also examining SMEs' AI adoption. According to 451 Research’s US Tech Demand Indicator, intent to spend remains strong. The Q1 2026 score was 56.9, indicating positive sentiment (a score above 50) and the strongest result since Q1 2022. It is projected to improve slightly in the second quarter despite a challenging overall economic scenario.

  Data files

  Crosstabs (Excel tables | Download link in sidebar to the right) – Crosstabs of complete worldwide and regional survey results datasets, including key metrics and segmentation.

  Charts and Figures (PowerPoint charts | Navigate charts in sidebar to the left | Download link in sidebar to the right) – PowerPoint slide deck of complete top-line survey results in charts and figures.

  Data Insights Deck (PowerPoint charts | Coming soon) – PowerPoint slide deck of advanced charts supporting deeper analysis and insight.

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• Long-term advantage is triggering a quantum wave, but cost and immaturity remain barriers – Highlights from VotE: Digital Pulse

  By Ellie Brown Liam Eagle April 17 2026 | Market Insight

  The potential competitive advantage offered by quantum computers is sparking enterprise interest in the rapidly evolving technology sector. Businesses express a strong intent to invest, and most anticipate realizing material value from quantum computing within the next three to five years. However, key barriers to widespread adoption of quantum computing remain, including cost, immature access methods and a technology skills gap.

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• Survey Data Hub: Voice of the Enterprise: Digital Pulse, Emerging Technologies – Quantum Computing 2026

  By Ellie Brown Liam Eagle April 17 2026 | Technology & Business Insight

  Voice of the Enterprise: Digital Pulse takes a high-level view of the technology decisions, products, topics and attitudes affecting organizations.

  The Digital Pulse, Emerging Technologies 2026 survey focuses on quantum computing, which leverages the principles of quantum physics to tackle complex computational challenges beyond the reach of classical computing systems. Though still early, the technology is rapidly evolving and beginning to influence strategic planning across the tech industry.

  This online survey of approximately 400 respondents was conducted in January and February 2026. The margin of error for top-line statistics is +/- 7 points at the 95% confidence level.

   

  Reports

  Long-term advantage is triggering a quantum wave, but cost and immaturity remain barriers – Highlights from VotE: Digital Pulse (Spotlight)

  The potential competitive advantage offered by quantum computers is sparking enterprise interest in the rapidly evolving technology sector. Businesses express a strong intent to invest, and most anticipate realizing material value from quantum computing within the next three to five years. However, key barriers to widespread adoption of quantum computing remain, including cost, immature access methods and a technology skills gap.

  Data files

  Crosstabs (Excel tables | Download link in sidebar to the right) – Crosstabs of complete worldwide and regional survey results datasets, including key metrics and segmentation.

  Charts and Figures (PowerPoint charts | Navigate charts in sidebar to the left | Download link in sidebar to the right) – PowerPoint slide deck of complete top-line survey results in charts and figures.

  Data Insights Deck (PowerPoint charts | Coming soon) – PowerPoint slide deck of advanced charts supporting deeper analysis and insight.

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• US tech spending intent continues growth trajectory into 2026, but slows its pace – Tech Demand Indicator highlights from Q1 2026

  By Liam Eagle Michael Nocerino April 17 2026 | Market Insight

  Intent to spend on technology among US businesses and consumers increased modestly during the first quarter of 2026, adding to the positive momentum seen in Q4 2025, according to 451 Research's US Tech Demand Indicator, a survey-backed composite of intent to spend on technology.

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• Businesses feel impact of war, but may be unprepared for cost disruption – Highlights from VotE: Digital Pulse

  By Liam Eagle April 2 2026 | Market Insight

  As the conflict following the US and Israeli military strikes on Iran stretches into weeks, many are feeling the impact on their business operations. While some report no current impact, most organizations describe themselves as at least somewhat sensitive to energy costs.

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