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Industry trends remain relatively stable between 2010, 2011
The top four trends ranked in the 2011 Big Broadcast Survey were the same as those in the 2010 index.
Less spending affected vendors
In the wake of the global recession, broadcast technology vendors reported that sales had either declined or stayed the same, but about half reported that their sales had increased.
Recession not over for broadcasters
Despite several high-profile events for broadcasters, many reported on the Big Broadcast Survey that spending and workforce numbers are still down.
Broadcasters continue spending for HD transition
Respondents to the Big Broadcast Survey reported what they thought were the most important trends in the industry and why they are still transitioning to HD infrastructure.
Broadcast technology vendors look to sell increasingly through indirect channels
The nearly 800 vendors who responded to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey were asked about their current and future sales channels.
Broadcasters rank reliability of technology vendors
Single-product companies ranked higher for reliability, according to respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey.
Broadcast technology vendors tailor market approach to engineers, new buyers
Broadcast technology vendors see engineering staff as their most important customers, followed by operations, IT and finance personnel.
Broadcasters rank technology vendors for value
Definitions of value among broadcasters range from price to peace of mind in mission-critical environments.
Broadcasters rank global technology vendors by quality
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey ranked technology vendors in terms of innovation.
Broadcasters rank technology vendors by overall opinion
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey report their overall opinion of technology vendors both globally and regionally.
Broadcasters report factors influencing purchasing decisions
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey rank factors that influence why they buy certain products.
What broadcast buyers are evaluating for purchase in 2010
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey report what products they are considering for purchase this year.
Where money is being spent in the broadcast industry
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey respond as to what projects they are currently implementing and those they plan to implement in the next 12 months.
Broadcast industry market study reveals most important technology trends
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey rank technology trends in terms of importance to their business.
Broadcasters rank technology vendors by innovation
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey ranked technology vendors in terms of innovation.
Broadcasters report how brand perceptions have changed
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey not only ranked technology vendor brands by overall opinion, but also how their opinions of those vendors have changed over time.
Broadcast technology buyers weigh best-of-breed, one-stop-shop approaches to product sourcing
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey report whether they prefer to purchase products from multiple vendors or from a vendor that provides a complete solution.
Strategic planning, business development top broadcast technology vendor improvement wish list
Respondents to the 2010 Big Broadcast Survey ranked what they would most like to change about their business.
Ranking broadcast technology vendors, part 2: The 2011 BBS net change in overall brand opinion league table
Ranking broadcast technology vendors, part 1: The 2011 BBS overall brand opinion league table
Ranking broadcast technology vendors, part 4: The 2011 BBS broadcast technology vendor innovation league table
