In 2010 Gartner research predicted that with the approaching end of Windows XP support in 2014, organizations should treat the rollout of Windows 7 strategically to advance the security of managed desktops and web browsing.

The impact of this adoption trend across North America, means that this region alone now represents over 60% of the company’s turnover. To both underpin and sustain this growth, during 2011 Avecto invested heavily in product development with Privilege Guard 3.0, scheduled to launch in early February. Additionally Avecto has undertaken a substantial recruitment programme during 2011 in North America, with key new hires now responsible for managing specific industry verticals, and in Europe new regional offices are scheduled to open in Germany during the first quarter of 2012.