Surviving the tidal wave of data [ Source: IBM ]

January 2011- In today’s on demand world, you can’t afford a data breach or data loss, as customers will simply go elsewhere if you can’t help them immediately. Organizations must do a better job of protecting data assets, and as these assets grow and budgets shrink, protect and manage more data with fewer resources.

This white paper from IBM outlines ways you can build a dynamic storage infrastructure and
• Reduce your ...

Enterprise Network Time Synchronization Made Easy [ Source: Symmetricom ]

October 2012- This white paper explores various operational areas of network time servers and the EASY aspects that you should expect when you deploy them. This paper tells you why you need accurate, secure and reliable time and what to look for in a network time server for easy set-up and maintenance.

Missing the Mark in Middle-Market Outsourcing: Configuration vs Customization [ Source: Novus Origo ]

October 2010- Middle-market organizations are different from Fortune 1,000 companies, not only in size but also in behavior and culture, so they require unique outsourcing solutions designed to meet their specific needs. Large outsourcing vendors have thus far failed to deliver such a successful middle-market product. Any middle-market companies in search of outsourcing success should look outside the box at new outsourcing vendors embracing innovative technologies and approaches such as configuration and smaller niche vendors able to scale ...

Application Platforms for Cloud Computing: Who, Why and When [ Source: Gartner ]

October 2010- Cloud computing represents an irresistible opportunity for some projects and an unknown quantity for others. This presentation by Gartner analyst Yefim Natis, will examine the essentials of the platform technology that enables cloud-style business applications, review the best practices of approaching cloud in business application projects and look at who should (or should not) begin investment in cloud application platforms, when and why.

3D Engineering: How 3D Direct Modeling Empowers Conceptual Engineering and Enables Simulation-Driven Product Development [ Source: SpaceClaim Corporation ]

October 2009- In this white paper, Bruce Jenkins, industry-leading expert in engineering, manufacturing, and construction technologies and businesses, explores the results of his extensive research on how leading engineering organizations are moving to 3D direct modeling to support concept engineering, accelerate CAE model preparation, and seed time-to-market with simulation-driven product development. Bruce also explores how SpaceClaim 3D Direct Modeling is leading the way in these trends and empowering engineers like never before.

Components of a Hosted Unified Communications Solution [ Source: Alteva ]

August 2010- For decision-makers to decide whether or not a hosted unified communications solution is right for their organization, it is important to examine two aspects of the solution. The first is whether or not to take advantage of unified communications solutions and the second is whether or not to adopt cloud (hosted) technology. Alteva takes a look at the hosted UC landscape in this report.

The Collapse of Complex IT Departments [ Source: Acumen Solutions ]

August 2010- In an era of increasing regulation for the financial and healthcare industry, companies are under increasing pressure to provide security for their data and to comply with regulations. They are adding complexity to already complex IT organizations and in doing so they are spending more money for diminishing returns. If your organization is in this situation, cloud computing will likely offer you the best solution to securing your data and to feel secure in knowing ...

Message Systems' Report on The Perils of Single Source [ Source: Message Systems ]

June 2010- The EcoNet partner program is designed to ensure clients get the solutions they want and can take advantage of the latest technical advances, according to Message Systems. Unlike single-source solutions, this approach means: 1) they're not limited solely to what's in-house, and 2) there's a natural incentive for application and platform providers alike to continue innovating. Openness and freedom of choice not only keeps all parties’ resources focused on their core competencies, it also drives consistent improvements ...

Inevitable Events: How to Avoid Costly Fire Drills and Substantially Improve Software ROI by Proactively Managing Your Oracle Licenses [ Source: Flexera ]

April 2010- Oracle® products, including its popular database technology and E-Business Suite, are widely deployed in many companies.

Because Oracle does not automatically lock out unlicensed use of its products – and because those products have such broad business applicability – Oracle deployments can readily sprawl far beyond their original scope. By the same token, for a variety of reasons, IT organizations also often wind up buying more Oracle licenses than they need.

Either way, ...

Considerations For Using Cloud-Based PC Management Lifecycle Suites [ Source: Viewfinity ]

April 2010- This paper points to the advantages of using a cloud-based PC lifecycle management solution. Customers no longer have to focus on the management, maintenance, and operations of the management platform. The cloud approach delivers immediate and long-term value, scales with business need, and eliminates the equipment, training, and substantially higher costs of on-premise implementations. Cloud-based solutions provide immediate IT value by having an entire systems management solution up and running in minutes. For companies with ...

Platform Or Solution? Useful Advice For Choosing An Intranet Platform [ Source: Bitrix ]

April 2010- You need an intranet. You are lost among available intranet platforms and solutions. This white paper will help you to make a choice. It describes different approaches for creating intranet portals, their pros and cons; contains basic advice concerning which concept better meets specific needs. This white paper will help you to ask right questions when choosing a solution to achieve your goals and solve your tasks.

The Economics of Spam [ Source: Sunbelt Software ]

January 2010- The volume of spam emails sent has increased exponentially during recent years, and so has the cost of dealing with that spam. While awareness of the problem has certainly increased, many companies still do not realize the significant impact which spam is having on their profits. Similarly, many do not realize that not all antispam solutions are created equal and that choosing the wrong solution can significantly diminish return on investment.

This paper ...

SAFE AND SOUND: Ensuring complete protection for your company's email communication - Washington [ Source: MessageLabs, Symantec Hosted Services ]

April 2010- Organizations of all sizes transmit confidential business information by email. If that data falls into the wrong hands, the reputation of a company’s brand and vital relationships with partners, stakeholders and customers can be severely damaged.

In addition, industry and government regulations exert constant pressure on businesses to protect the confidentiality of information they send via email. To reduce risk, companies must limit the amount of sensitive data that they transmit by ...