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On average, IT professionals in all four countries say they will allocate 37 percent of their budgets to innovation in 2009. Only 22 percent of IT managers cite giving the business a competitive edge as their current top priority. "Companies that make smart investments in IT will gain a foundation for their business that empowers innovation, boosts productivity and, ultimately, helps improve the bottom line," Kelly said. "Investing in IT is a path to success, now and in the future."