Understanding Alternative Compute Models  by Dell, Inc. and Intel

November 25, 2009 - Thanks to recent advances in technology, IT has a range of centrally-managed compute models from which to choose. This white paper describes the variety of compute models available, how each works, and the advantages and limitations of each model for key vectors such as security, manageability, and power consumption.

Understanding and Simplifying SharePoint 2007 Permissions Management  by Metalogix

November 18, 2009 - Authentication to a SharePoint environment is the process in which a firm's architecture approves a user's credentials; most commonly a Windows-based authentication. This whitepaper will discuss the finer points and give a greater understanding of securable objects, permissions, permission levels, and access scenarios.

Understanding ITIL® Service Portfolio Management: An Approach For Implementing Effective Service Lifecycle Management  by BMC Software, Inc

June 15, 2009 - IT executives and their teams need a comprehensive and accurate view of IT services. A service catalog includes all relevant details about your services, including which service level agreements (SLAs) are associated with it, who is able to request it, how much it costs, and how to fulfill it. This paper describes the IT Infrastructure...

Understanding Your Hypervisor Architecture to Improve IT Management  by Dell and Microsoft

August 19, 2009 - In this videocast featuring IT expert, Greg Shields, learn about hypervisor architecture as it relates to your OS. Discover how to improve IT management with virtual machine managers for storage migration and check host compatibility prior to migration. Learn about a technology that allows for rapid provisioning and supports multi-processors.

Unlock the Hidden IT Opportunities in Troubled Economic Times  by BMC Software, Inc

June 15, 2009 - IT executives are under intense pressure to cut costs, and that pressure is significantly increased by the current grim economic outlook. So, how can your organization weather this economic storm? Surprisingly, a variety of opportunities for IT are hidden within today's financial challenges. Learn how with the right approach, processes, and...

Unlocking the Mainframe: Modernizing Legacy System to SOA  by Oracle Corporation

July 24, 2008 - Successful execution of an SOA strategy, combined with the release of the business value contained in legacy systems, can bring five proven benefits to the enterprise. Functioning as both a software development environment and a delivery framework, SOA provides a mechanism for defining business services and operating models.

Upgrading your PCs? Why the processor makes a difference  by Intel Technology Provider

October 19, 2009 - Use this guide to explain the importance of choosing an Intel® processor, describe the differences between Intel processors, find the right Intel processor for every customer, and up-sell customers to a higher level Intel processor.

User Workspace Management and Desktop Virtualization  by RES Software

September 18, 2009 - The User Workspace Management market is generating increasing attention from IT professionals and analysts. This White Paper provides a brief description of User Workspace Management and its critical importance to desktop virtualization deployments.

Using Advanced Analytics: Gain Insight into Your Revenue Stream  by SAP BusinessObjects

October 26, 2009 - Read this paper to learn how analytics can help you leverage the right combination of people, processes, and information. With analytics, you can analyze your sales and marketing processes to gain insights more quickly and improve business performance. Read on to learn how by using analytics you can increase top-line revenue.

Using Encrypting File System to Protect Microsoft Dynamics CRM Data on a V3c Client Running Windows XP Professional  by Microsoft

June 28, 2007 - This white paper explains how to use Encrypting File System (EFS), a feature that is provided by default in the Windows® operating system, to protect data in Microsoft Dynamics CRM clients for Outlook Compatibility Update running on Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (SP2).

Using FalconStor FDS as a Backup Target for EMC NetWorker  by FalconStor Software

August 01, 2009 - This document describes the basic concepts and integration guidelines for FalconStor FDS in an EMC NetWorker environment. The document is intended to provide an architectural overview of FalconStor FDS being used with EMC NetWorker and the benefits of a combined solution.

Using Inventory Optimization to Reduce Inventory Levels in a Lean Environment  by SYSPRO

October 09, 2009 - This paper examines many of the challenges companies have managing their inventory, and shows how an integrated Inventory Optimization solution can substantially improve their overall supply chain operation.

Using Microsoft Dynamics CRM and the Federated Model for Consolidated Pipeline Forecasting and Reporting  by Microsoft

September 09, 2009 - View this webcast to learn how the federated model can help business units operate customized CRM systems while synchronizing to a central application. We explore how the server stores enterprise-pertinent information from all CRM systems, thus supporting executives responsible for achieving overall sales goals.

Using Supply Chain Performance Management Strategically  by SAP America Inc

November 05, 2009 - Paralleling the explosion in materiel sourcing over the past decade, corporate supply chains have grown strikingly more complex because of a greater amount of outsourcing, increased globalization and a more complex regulatory environment.

Using VMware Infrastructure 3 with 3PAR Utility Storage in Datacenter Deployments  by 3PAR

October 01, 2006 - This paper discusses the complementary benefits of combining features of VMware and 3PAR technologies to gain increased performance and avoid the cost of over-provisioning servers and storage in an IT infrastructure.