AVArcher Consultancy Services

Since 1993 AVArcher have successfully provided knowledge based Information Technology services to OEM, channel partner and end user customers in Scotland, the UK and Europe from their near Edinburgh base.

Since 2002 we have specialised in server Virtualisation and Cloud technologies.

AVArcher consultants and trainers are fully qualified in all the fields of expertise covered by AVArcher consultancy services, these include;

  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
  • VMware Certified Instructor (VCI)

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The IT industry is constantly evolving and changing direction, driven by advances in technology and changes in business needs. In recent years, there has been a shift towards cloud computing, with many companies moving their data and applications to the cloud in order to take advantage of its scalability, flexibility, and cost savings. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, with more and more businesses looking to take advantage of cloud services and platforms.

Another major direction in the IT industry is the increasing use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. These technologies are being used to analyze large amounts of data and make predictions, automate processes, and improve decision-making. This has the potential to revolutionize many industries, from healthcare to finance to retail. The demand for AI and ML professionals is expected to continue to grow in the coming years.

The Internet of Things (IoT) is also expected to play a big role in the future of the IT industry. IoT devices are becoming more common in homes, businesses, and industrial settings, and they are generating a huge amount of data that needs to be analyzed and acted upon. This creates new opportunities for companies to develop new products and services to take advantage of this data.

Additionally, 5G networks and edge computing are also going to be a big focus for IT industry direction. With the roll out of 5G networks, we will see more devices and applications that can take advantage of the increased speed and reliability of these networks. Edge computing allows for data to be processed closer to where it is generated, which can provide faster responses and reduced latency.

In summary, the IT industry is heading towards cloud computing, AI and ML, IoT, 5G and Edge computing, which will bring more efficiency, scalability, and cost savings to the businesses and open new opportunities for the companies to innovate and grow.