Mark Leary
Research Director for Network Analytics and Automation, IDC
Mark Leary is Research Director for Network Analytics and Automation responsible for worldwide technology market research and analysis. Mark's core research coverage focuses on network performance management solutions, network automation projects and products, and related predictive analytics, AI/ML, digital experience management, and "programming" technologies as they apply to a resilient, dynamic, and secure network infrastructure. Based on his current work and background, Mark’s research also examines the evolution of enterprise network infrastructure; adoption of cloud services and software-defined systems; buildout of professional services and partner ecosystems; fortification of network management best practices; and the reformation of IT staff roles and skills in this hyper-connected digital era.