Can you build your own internal cloud? Or even better, can you transition your existing environment to an internal cloud model? At first blush, this may seem like a herculean task, but in reality it is a matter of following a few simple rules, adopting a few disciplines, and finding some good tools. 

In earlier times, if an enterprise presumed it had control over its network, and if it had few external connections or communication, it was feasible that the connections between operational computers probably were not an unacceptable risk. 

This paper outlines the benefits and challenges of collaboration. It offers a guide to implementing an integrated collaboration environment based on Microsoft SharePoint and Dell servers with Intel processors that is designed for performance, availability, and the changing requirements of an SMB poised for growth. 

Cloud computing can potentially be a disruptive change to the way an enterprise’s IT services are delivered. We propose that examining a candidate cloud solution provider’s reference architecture should be a standard element of a CIO’s cloud vendor evaluation strategy. Learn more now. 

This White Paper recommends additional definition of IT governance within TOGAF to strengthen an organization’s ability to effectively govern the architecture and make appropriate investment decisions. 

This expert white paper establishes the ultimate IT security goal: the most reliable preventative and detective security system possible with the least amount of capital expenditure. From common sense solutions to revolutionary concepts, instructor James Michael Stewart challenges IT pros to explore his methods of saving money on company security. 

The market for email archiving is growing fast due to a real need for control risk and increased productivity in organizations. Access this Bloor Research paper to explore the email archiving systems and services available. Discover the strengths and weaknesses of major players in the market today. 

Your service desk should be the one stop shop for internal and external customers. But, in order for IT to be the orchestrator of knowledge and the service catalog, you need to provide excellent service and quick response times. Watch this webcast and discover the most current recommendations for service delivery and management best practices. 

Thinking of launching a data warehousing project? Learn how the University of Connecticut Health Center (UCHC), a leading biomedical research center, healthcare facility, and medical school, achieved end-to end automation of data integration and data loading processes from internal and external data sources to ensure consistent, accurate reporting. 

This case study from a national restaurant chain provides detail on their approach and business benefits of using HP Operations Orchestration to improve service levels to internal customers, drive efficiencies and reduce costs.