The document summarizes the results of a survey of 150 IT decision makers in Ireland conducted in February 2014 by Amárach Research. It found that over 60% currently use Windows 7 but nearly 20% still use the outdated Windows XP. The top IT challenges in 2014 were upgrading software, introducing new software, smaller budgets, and updating company websites and apps. Over 60% currently analyze collected data but many lack the capabilities, budget, or employee skills to use data analytics effectively. Nearly half of employees work remotely every day, with most companies providing IT devices to allow mobile work. While 8% had suffered a cyber attack, most companies had security protocols and employee training. Most were aware of bitcoin but few currently accept crypto currencies, with