Learn why a server refresh is important for small to midsized businesses, the many benefits of adopting new technology, the difference between dedicated and virtual servers, how to calculate ROI and more. 

Read this research report to discover the results of comparison testing between two database management systems - Oracle Database Appliance and Microsoft SQL Server - in terms of the productivity and cost-efficiency differences. 

This tutorial presents a framework and financial methodology for deciding whether an enterprise should replace its current "status quo" tape storage solution with a new "proposed" solution, and the economics related to that decision. 

Download this white paper to learn how establishing a proper system of service-oriented architecture (SOA) governance can make a difference during implementation. 

In this week's Computer Weekly, we go behind the scenes at the datacentre that knows everything about you, at credit checking firm Experian. We analyse the government's new plans to change the way it works with IT suppliers; and kick-off our Buyer's Guide to outsourcing with a look at the latest trends. Download the new issue now. 

This white paper outlines steps that financial institutions can take to become more business savvy and efficient in the age of the consumer. Read on and learn how to leverage information and reduce risk, properly set product prices, learn about your clients and more. 

It is important for the IT Manager to know the basics of formalized project management. Why? Because every organization needs to be able to implement change and almost all important changes are defined or implemented through project teams. 

Many organizations struggle to deal with the management challenges of complex IT environments, not only on backup performance and the achievement of Recovery Time Objectives in disaster recovery, but also on productivity, performance and profitability. 

In this essential e-guide, expert Brian Madden discusses some of the key differences between remote desktop access and mobile access. Find out how these solutions use different technologies for various use cases, and discover tools that enable the right remote desktop accessibility to fit your user’s needs. 

Organizations are often turning to Master Data Management as a key enabler in improving the timeliness, quality and reliability of BI with the ultimate goal of improving business performance. This survey report presents recommendations on the "do and don't" of MDM as well as some findings on the use of open source and manual coding in MDM projects. 

This e-book explores best practices for selecting ERP software. Learn the difference between SaaS and on-premise ERP and ensure a successful implementation strategy. 

Data protection and recovery are mature technologies today, and businesses of all shapes and sizes are busy protecting their data in any way they can. 

Increasing numbers of companies are evaluating a two-tier enterprise resource planning (ERP) strategy; running separate lower-cost regional solutions for small-tomidsize subsidiaries, despite, in many cases, already rolling out a global ERP system.