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Data Center Demographics Survey (2004)
This Computer Economics survey investigated key demographic information at data centers in all industry sectors. Survey results represent common data center attributes. Among the most important of these statistics are the number of data centers per organization; data center size (sf), raised floor area (sf), operating hours and days/week, operating system percent usage, system management tools and scheduling tools used by vendor, disk and tape storage capacity, and percent of sites using SANs. (8 pp. 13 Figures).
October, 2004
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IT Security Spending Increases
The constant threat of security attacks keeps IT managers ever mindful of the need to protect systems and information. The good news on the security front is that organizations are better prepared to fight back against these threats. The recently completed Computer Economics 2004 IT Security Study found that 70% of senior IT managers thought that security had improved in their organization during the past year.
October, 2004
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How Does Data Quality Affect Your Business?
As IT professionals, our first introduction to the notion of data quality was the adage: "garbage in, garbage out." But, today, the data quality equation is much more complicated than this. Today, data is vital to the business. Data is key to making decisions at all levels, negotiating with suppliers, solving problems, complying with government regulations, and many other facets of operating an enterprise. This article reveals some of the key sources of data quality issues and how you can resolve them. Click here to purchase. - $125
October, 2004
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Storage Area Networks Support Consolidation
Storage areas networks are rapidly increasing in numbers in organizations both large and small. A major reason for SAN popularity is their history of providing positive economic results. Storage consolidation using SANs pays off by reducing the administrative and maintenance effort necessary to support pools of network attached storage devices or other types of distributed storage. Click here to purchase. - $150 (USD)
October, 2004
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The Business Case for Linux Deployment
Linux has many advocates for use both in servers and on the desktop. The question arises, however, that in view of ongoing legal, financial, and technical controversies whether Linux is an effective enterprise-level strategy. Although there are a number of concerns in regard to Linux adoption, including legal challenges, return on investment, and the cost of ownership, many organizations find the economics of Linux to be positive. Click here to purchase. $95 (USD)
October, 2004
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Mainframes Show Solid Performance in a Milestone Year
Celebrating its fortieth year, the mainframe continues to provide some owners with highly reliable and secure computing services. In comparison with lower cost servers, the mainframes are rarely hacked because of their superior security features, and big iron has deservedly earned a reputation for highly dependable operation. Such performance has its cost, and mainframes are noted for often stratospherically high prices. Click here to purchase. - $125
October, 2004
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Blade Server Computing – Strong Growth Predicted Through 2009
Given the current climate of restrained economic optimism, IT organizations are beginning to let out the reins on spending. One budget line item for which Computer Economics projects growth over the next few years is the deployment of small servers. According to Computer Economicsâ Information System Spending andTechnology Trends 2004/2005 study released in June, small servers are being added by over 65% of all organizations.
October, 2004
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Economic Realities of Networking
The health of organizational information systems rest on the soundness of the underlying network infrastructures. Consequently, the economics of IT are closely tied to the cost effectiveness being realized from the networks. Too often network infrastructure cost is ignored because it is mostly hidden from the view of the users, but IT managers, however, should not fall into this trap. Understanding the dynamics of network economics in the real world will better prepare managers to make sound business decisions.
October, 2004
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IT Project Management Must Focus on Business Goals
The ability for organizations to bring IT projects to successful completion has been steadily decreasing at the same time that technology has grown more complex and costly. Companies, however, have no choice but to undertake these efforts in order to remain competitive. The payoff from a project that provides innovative results can fuel growth and profitability. Effective project managers run their projects as a profit-oriented business, making their investments based on the returns that they will generate. Click here to purchase. - $125 (USD)
October, 2004
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Crypto Keys Lock in Security
Crypto key management is an essential component of an effective security system. Computer Economics Information Systems Spending and Technology Trends study investigated the effectiveness and cost issues associated with IT security. The findings show need for improvement both in performance and cost reduction in all aspects, including key management. Sound policies and procedures can ensure that key management protects without disrupting work processes. Click here to purchase. - $125
October, 2004
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Does On-Demand Computing Deliver?
The option of being able to pay for computing services only to the level necessary to support on-going business activities is an attractive one. The potential savings of the technology can make it effective in many organizations. Not having to pay for idle computing resources saves money for more productive purposes. The experience of early adopters has been encouraging and points toward opportunities for IT managers to introduce new computing economies into their organizations. Click here to purchase. - $125
October, 2004
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Grid Computing Shows Economic Viability
Grid computing, which provides a methodology for sharing geographically dispersed IT resources, is emerging as a cost effective practice. The ability to allocate resources on an as-needed basis can result in lower operational costs, improved responsiveness, higher availability, and better service. These factors should motivate IT managers to consider the applicability of grid computing to their organizations, but the concept should not be fully endorsed until all of its implications are fully understood and evaluated. Click here to purchase. - $125
October, 2004
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Open Source in the Enterprise
Today, more corporate enterprise IT organizations are making the decision to adopt open source technology as viable products emerge, and as executives face increased pressure to drive costs out of the IT side of the business. Further, a key to open source becoming a viable element of corporate IT strategy is the fact that an appropriate support infrastructure and business model has emerged. Open source software alternatives exist for practically every enterprise software infrastructure need. But is your business ready for open source technology? No doubt, there are opportunities and challenges. This article looks at some of the best practices for knowing when to adopt and when to avoid open source software, and offers some advice on setting corporate policies that will guide your employees on the use of open source software. Click here to purchase. - $99
October, 2004
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ERP Implementation: Putting Processes and People First
An interview with Ken Meidell, CIO at Cascade Designs, an early adopter of PeopleSoft's Enterprise One system, was interesting in terms of implementation lessons learned.
October, 2004
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Web Services and Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)
Although just beginning to take shape, the vision for Web services is to provide interoperability between disparate systems so that isolated applications and data can be integrated into a single Information Systems framework. In a world of burgeoning e-commerce, Web applications and interoperability can make or break a business. What are the business drivers for deploying Web services, and how does it impact your existing IT infrastructure? What are the issues, pitfalls, and benefits of an SOA and Web services? Who are the early adopters? How can you prepare?
September, 2004
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