December 12, 2011 - (Free Research) In this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to the British Library about the enormous storage challenges of digitising its printed archive; we examine the state of the UK IT jobs market and the skills that are most in demand by employers; and we look at case studies of the best virtualisation projects. Download the new issue now.
May 09, 2012 - (Free Research) Find out how you can meet the demands of IT consumerization, VDI and an enterprise-wide Windows 7 migration with the help of a centralized, policy-based platform. Leverage automation to ease your desktop transformations today.
February 2005 - (Free Research) This white paper describes an improved method for measuring TCO for data center and network room physical infrastructure, and provides examples on how to relate these costs to the overall IT infrastructure and evaluate cost control strategies.
There is a gap between change activity & the documented Change Management process. Solidcore S3 Control adds control to change management. It provides visibility into changes in the enterprise IT infrastructure, accountability for employees deploying ticketed changes, & enforcement of change policies. It is available on IBM platforms.
February 2012 - (Free Research) Migrating to Windows 7 can be a costly, complex and time consuming project. Learn how virtualization can actually reduce the time and cost of a Windows 7 migration while ensuring maximum user adoption. Inside, take our quick challenge to test your Windows 7 migration plan. Discover the advantages and pitfalls of a user virtualization strategy.
April 2012 - (Free Research) This expert e-guide offers essential tips for conducting a safe and easy migration to Windows 7, including how to pick the right edition, address architectural concerns and plan out key migration steps.
October 2011 - (Free Research) This exclusive resource introduces the concept and evolution of “green IT”, and explores strategies organizations can take to become more energy efficient and improve data center management.
March 2011 - (Free Research) This paper examines that many organizations want to take advantage of the speed, security, reliability, and flexibility of Windows 7, and how it is possible to minimize interface shock for users by leveraging Group Policy to make Windows 7 look more like Windows XP.
July 2011 - (Free Research) Desktop virtualization initiatives top the priorities of most IT managers and executives. Understanding your options for virtual desktops is essential for selecting the right solution. Read this white paper to learn more about this key strategic directive and the types of desktop and application delivery models that are critical for success.
November 2010 - (Free Research) Data center energy efficiency yields immediate results. Listen to this podcast that discusses the drivers for organizations to integrate and focus on energy and environmental responsibilities – and how redesigning your data center to meet these pressures can drive growth and create energy efficiency savings.
July 2008 - (Free Research) IT is challenged to meet rising business expectations while managing increasing infrastructure complexity at the lowest cost possible, and generic IT processes are no longer effective.
October 2011 - (Free Research) This resource describes the transformation from the traditional data center to the services data center, with special emphasis on the business impact of the transformation. Also, learn how communications service providers (CSPs) are positioning themselves for the data center of the future.
February 2012 - (Free Research) The Microsoft workstyle is changing. The old desktop computer is being replaced by the digital generation and fast-paced, tech-savvy devices. Access this resource to learn about the new Microsoft workstyle, which promotes anywhere connection, intelligent infrastructure, cloud management and multiple Windows-based devices.
November 2011 - (Free Research) Over the course of several months in 2011, IDC conducted a research study to identify the opportunities and challenges to adoption of a new technology that changes the way in which traditional business solutions are implemented and used. The results of the study are presented in this white paper.
February 2012 - (Free Research) Access this whitepaper to learn more about Windows Management Instrumentation – a platform-specific service – and how it can be effective for network monitoring.
April 2012 - (Free Research) <p>This IT Handbook from SearchConsumerization.com explores the growing trend of consumerization and how you can embrace it in your organization.</p>
March 2012 - (Free Research) This week’s Computer Weekly asks what chancellor George Osborne's Budget means for the UK IT community and if he can deliver his goal to make Britain "the technology centre of Europe". Also you'll find the final part of our private cloud Buyer's Guide and we examine the options for choosing the right WAN optimisation strategy.
March 2012 - (Free Research) Planning, budgeting and forecasting always will be crucial components to your organization. But choosing the right performance management software can be a tough task. This paper from IBM outlines the business challenges and drivers, as well as organizational and technological best practices to follow, and includes a software selection matrix.
October 2009 - (Free Research) Read this brief paper and learn how IBM Cognos can lead finance teams into the next generation by offering driver-based budgeting with vastly shorter planning cycles, flexible rolling forecasts, faster and more reliable financial close and consolidation, tighter control over operational performance, swifter reporting capabilities and so much more.
SkillSoft’s Business Skills Library focuses on behavioral skills that are designed for business professionals and key to performance regardless of job responsibility, as well as the skills and knowledge that are relevant to the various areas of functional responsibility in today’s business organizations.
