Gartner, Inc. is an information technology (IT) research and advisory company. The Company delivers the technology-related insight necessary for its clients to make the decisions, everyday. The Company provides its principal products and services to its customers through its Research, Consulting and Events segments. Research provides insight for chief information officers (CIOs), IT professionals, technology companies and the investment community through reports and briefings, access to its analysts, as well as peer networking services and membership programs designed for CIOs and other senior executives. Consulting consists primarily of consulting, measurement engagements and strategic advisory services (SAS). Events consist of various symposia, conferences and exhibitions focused on the IT industry.