On the surface, Windows 8 has what it takes to make business users happy. Microsoft’s new OS offers the touch-friendly interface and responsiveness of the iPad, plus the versatility of the traditional desktop and the ability to run tons of traditional apps.
However, many are predicting a not-so-happy ending for the business community. “Businesses will choose to drag their feet on adopting Windows 8,” said Al Gillen, IDC’s vice president of system software, “for the simple reason that they don’t want to be the ones to find out what problems exist in the product.”
An IDC study confirms Gillen’s sentiments. According to the firm’s research, Windows 8 Pro and Windows 8 Enterprise will make up just 10 percent of the PC market in 2014. That’s a pretty small chunk given Windows 7 Professional and Windows 7 Enterprise accounted for 50 percent of the market in 2011.
But are these low expectations proof that business leaders should avoid Windows 8 altogether, or does it pose a rare opportunity for IT managers to advance to a forward-thinking platform with smart features for enterprise and small business users? These eight Windows 8 features may compel you to move sooner rather than later.
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