The Total Economic Impact To IBM WebSphere Application Server Migrating From An Open Source Environment
[ Source: IBM ]
October 2012-
This analyst report shows the total economic impact of migrating from an open source solution to IBM WebSphere Application Server -- a 44% return on investment (ROI) producing a net value of over $1 million, with numerous benefits, including reduced support costs, reduced support incidents, higher application availability, and more.
This report from Forrester, a highly respect independent analyst, provides readers with a framework to evaluate the potential financial impact of the WebSphere Application Server ...
Desktops for the Future
[ Source: Dell/Microsoft ]
June 2012-
With IT departments finding more room in their budgets to tackle much-needed projects, desktop operating system refresh is moving to the top of the list.
After all, OS upgrades enable organizations to rethink and restructure their entire desktop infrastructure into more efficient and productive environments. With the expiration of Microsoft support for Windows XP looming, upgrading to Windows 7 presents an opportunity to create a streamlined environment primed for virtualization, cloud computing and other ...
Windows 7 Migration: Why Now Is the Time to Say Goodbye to Aging Client Systems
[ Source: Dell/Microsoft ]
June 2012-
As client hardware, software and operating systems age, the costs - and the associated security risks - of retaining older systems eventually outweigh the expense of replacing them.
With the 2014 expiration of Microsoft extended support for Windows XP, many enterprises and government agencies are deciding that the time has come to make the move to Windows 7 on new and, in some cases, older systems.
This detailed UBM TechWeb white paper explores ...
Windows 7 Migrations: 4 Steps to Reducing Challenges
[ Source: Dell/Microsoft ]
June 2012-
The expiration of Microsoft Windows XP support is driving enterprises and government agencies to prepare for the imminent move to Windows 7.
The complete impact assessment process in this UBM TechWeb guide, which includes detailed assessment worksheets, will help IT managers accurately plan resource requirements, overcome common migration hurdles and tap into the application environment optimization that migration makes possible.
Windows 7 Migration: Analyzing Internal vs. External Deployment Strategies and Costs
[ Source: Dell/Microsoft ]
June 2012-
With Windows XP's 2014 retirement looming, enterprises and government agencies are intensifying Windows 7 migration initiatives. Most organizations are faced with the choice of managing their migration internally or tapping a third party to do it.
To make an informed decision, this UBM TechWeb analysis identifies the phases associated with a migration strategy and estimates the time and costs associated with successfully concluding each step.
Windows Storage Server 2008 R2 - deployment made easy
[ Source: HP/Intel® ]
February 2012-
Adding additional file-based storage to your Microsoft Windows environment is easier than ever with the new HP X5000 G2 Network Storage Systems, powered by Intel® Xeon® Processors, and run on Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2008 R2 Enterprise edition.
HP’s newest Network Attached Storage solutions, with two-nodes integrated into a converged 3U chassis, are designed for a better file serving experience.
In this in-depth architecture and deployment guide you will ...
The Benefits Side of a Windows 7 Business Case
[ Source: Dell/Microsoft ]
February 2012-
Organizations should build a business case around Windows 7 deployment to ensure the project's funding and success. The strength of the business case should help decide when the project should be completed.
Q&A: The Relationship Between Windows 7 and Hosted Virtual Desktop Technology
[ Source: Dell/Microsoft ]
February 2012-
Windows 7 and hosted virtual desktops are approaching maturity. Gartner answers questions about whether to combine them into a single project, and how migrations change with HVDs.
Microsoft Windows 7 and Office Key Initiative Overview
[ Source: Dell/Microsoft ]
February 2012-
To avoid disruptions, CIOs and IT leaders must position their organizations to complete a migration to Windows 7 in a timely and cost-effective manner. But, as they work through the preparation and deployment processes, they will be confronted by a host of challenges and risk.
In this research paper, Gartner research presents tools, best practices and policies to reduce Windows 7 and Office 2010 migration costs by as much as 50%.
Creating a Timeline for Deploying Windows 7 and Eliminating Windows XP
[ Source: Dell/Microsoft ]
February 2012-
Windows XP support ends April 8, 2014. Therefore, organizations must decide when to begin their migration to Windows 7, set a target date to have Windows XP out and define the scope of the project.
This research paper reviews Gartner's key findings and recommendations for deploying Windows 7.