Poll Results: Spending on Forecasting

We were curious about whether our readers’ companies will be investing more heavily in forecasting and analytics next year. The answer was definitely yes, but not a resounding yes. Almost half said that they will increase budgets next year, but only 18% said the increases will be large. Only 5%, though, will be cutting budgets. It looks like, after the cutbacks this year, the corporate pursestrings are loosening, but just gradually.

• 18%: Yes, we're investing much more heavily.
• 45%: Yes, we'll be making some increases in investment.
• 32%: Our budget will stay about the same.
• 5%: We'll be cutting spending in this area in 2010.