Communications Industry Expert Deb Osswald Joins IDC's NGN Operations Service

FRAMINGHAM, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- International Data Corporation (IDC) today announced that communications industry expert Debra Osswald has joined the company as Research Vice President for its Next-Generation Networks (NGN) Operations service.

In her new role, Ms. Osswald will drive research efforts around communications service provider (CSP) investments in software-driven IT, network, business and operations systems by providing in-depth insight and intelligence to support CSP's business-critical strategic and operational activities. She joins IDC with more than 25 years of industry experience, most recently with IBM, where she was responsible for the Global Communications Industry's strategy and market planning and both developed and drove the Company’s cloud computing strategy for CSPs. Additionally, Ms. Osswald held key marketing and strategy positions with Amdocs and Telcordia, was Vice President & Equity Research Analyst with Goldman Sachs covering the Communications Software sector, provided strategic counsel to U.S.-based CSPs as a Strategy Consultant with American Management Systems (AMS), and spent 10 years with AT&T in various positions involving billing and operations.

Lee Doyle, group vice president, Network Infrastructure and Security Products and Services at IDC, noted: "I have worked closely with Deb for several years in her capacity as an IDC client, and I have a great respect for her industry knowledge and professionalism. Her vast experience, unique and informed market perspective, and passion for quality, make her a perfect fit for this important research position, and there's no doubt she will deliver immediate value to our clients.”

About IDC

International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community to make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1,000 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For more than 47 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events company. For more information, please visit www.idc.com.

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