Gartner Hype Cycles provide a detailed look at technology maturity across the IT industry. New Hype Cycles for 2008 include: Context-Aware Computing, Intelligent Grid Technology, Business Continuity Management and Telemedicine.
Gartner's Hype Cycle Special Report for 2008

The 2008 Gartner Hype Cycle Special Report features 1,400 technologies and trends in more than 60 technology, topic and industry areas. Use the Hype Cycle as a decision tool to identify and adopt the right innovations at the right time. Read more.

Topic Hype Cycles examine technologies and trends that are driving innovation in business applications and IT operations, such as CRM, sourcing strategies and regulatory issues. Regional Hype Cycles highlight the particular areas of activity within the various geographies, including where the region is ahead of or lagging the global average.