This report from Deloitte argues businesses are again investing in IT to provide the differentiation and innovation critical from their competitors despite the downturn. 

Outsourcing is the quest to offload either commodity or very specialized activities, so that staff can focus on work that truly adds value to the business. 

This white paper explores the need for uptime, explains the three components that contribute to uptime, reviews some of the problems with existing enterprise server management, provides a clear definition of clustering, and finally gives an honest explanation of what it can and can’t offer your organization. 

As companies seek to lower their total cost of ownership, adopt more standards oriented platforms, and leverage existing IT assets while not compromising on the mission critical nature of their business applications, Oracle Tuxedo emerges as the platform of choice. 

The communications provider landscape is evolving as the demand for data—in fixed locations and on the move—outstrips the still growing demand for voice communications. 

Until recently, it was difficult for manufacturers to obtain a true picture of what was happening on the shop floor. Real-time, accurate data reflecting production activity, planned production schedules, quality checks, machine breakdowns, inventory levels or a shortage of materials made it a challenge for shop floor management to keep track.. 

This HP/Microsoft white paper explains how their fast track data warehouse architecture can help you make the decision for hardware selection and configuration. HP and Microsoft working collaboratively can help you obtain the information to successfully integrate your data warehouse. 

Access this case study to see how Lawyers at Duncan & Craig LLP expanded their use of BlackBerry® smartphones beyond daily communications to track the time spent on the phone or sending emails to clients for billing purposes. 

Network Rail’s CIO, Susan Cooklin, says her biggest challenge is increasing the business literacy of her IT staff. She said the rail company faces a period of restructuring and budget pressures. 

For the 11th year in succession, the Airline IT Trends Survey tracks the key technology trends in the airline industry. It demonstrates the role that the survey’s global benchmarks play in underlining the importance of IT within the airline industry, while also stimulating debate in boardrooms worldwide about the way ahead. 

This white paper explores the considerations for deploying secure file sharing and collaboration in the cloud. It also discusses the security implications and requirements for ensuring protection of confidential information and compliance with industry and government regulations. 

Untamed costs can deplete the precious working capital that's critical to your ongoing operations and new expansions. By instituting efficient automated processes throughout your organization, you can reduce waste, unnecessary overtime, and a host of other cost factors.