Japan Virtual Client Computing 2010-2014 Forecast and First-Half 2010 Analysis

This study (a translation of the Japanese report, IDC #J10250104) analyzes the Japan virtual client computing market trends in 1H10, and presents a market forecast. The target markets in this study are the thin client, thin-client solutions, virtualization software, and virtual client solutions markets. Due to the impact of desktop virtualization, dedicated thin-client terminals also posted strong growth. The virtualization software and solution markets will expand rapidly as they incorporate the thin-client market. As the new generation of terminals (such as the iPad) emerges, one effective strategy will be to build a strategic virtualization platform that oversees entire IT systems that include the diverse range of client devices.

"As the Japan industrial sector settles down, companies adopt new structures including new work styles and setups. The client interface for the IT platforms that will realize these structures is certain to be desktop virtualization software. In 2010, there has been evidence that desktop virtualization and desktop as a service (DaaS) are resolving management issues in client environments. It is likely to be an important year," says Hiroshi Shibutani, senior market analyst, PC, Mobile & Client Solution, IDC Japan.