While fixed-function devices such as point-of-sale (POS) systems, ATMs, mobile devices and more are subjected to the same threats and compliance requirements as regular endpoints, they also have their own innate security challenges. This paper uncovers a 3-pronged approach to securing fixed-function devices and how to effectively implement them. 

This exclusive report for Computer Weekly readers by Juniper Research, offers a comprehensive briefing for senior IT professionals on the opportunities for NFC mobile payment technology, markets and trends. 

This white paper discusses approaches for enabling greater product agility and efficiency in credit decisions, improving customer retention and attracting a higher number of new consumers. 

Now is the time to realize all of the benefits of virtualizing your test and development lab. This chapter highlights some of the benefits of consolidating your test and development environments through virtualization, including costs savings, accelerated time to deployment and system consistency throughout your environment. 

While data warehouses are important for many types of analytical systems, they aren’t always necessary. Building a data warehouse can dramatically increase the cost of a BI project. This paper describes data warehouses, along with many other options for placing relevant, timely information in the hands of business users. 

An IT modernization project will be unique to your business, and to successfully manage it you'll need the appropriate tools, resources, and best practices throughout the process. Read this paper to get a framework for initiating your modernization efforts. 

This white paper outlines the application process for both the PMP and CAPM exams, explains the composition of the exam questions, provides tips for successfully passing the exam, and lists the requirements to maintain certification. 

ITIL is becoming the next big thing in Information Technology. This paper outlines the origin of ITIL, who controls its contents, who are the biggest users, and why you should care. 

A recent study from independent research analyst firm Vital Analysis reveals some intriguing findings: large enteprises are absolutely embracing Software as a Service (SaaS) applications and on-premise vendors should be scared. Read this paper to find out why C-level executives at large firms are turning to SaaS. 

Team interaction is an essential component of job success. Often, the creation of teams can lead to communication breakdown and conflict. Learn to identify positive versus negative conflict and how each can impact on your project. This paper also includes a behavioral quiz to help you determine the health of your team. 

Read this white paper to learn why value-driven project portfolio management (PPM) is so important for delivering successful software and find best practices for ensuring that the projects you launch support the strategic objectives of your business. 

Combining distributed data management software with your desktop virtualization project can help you overcome common storage challenges and gain benefits such as data consolidation, improved storage utilization and simplified management. Explore a unified data and storage platform in this exclusive resource. 

<p>Read this white paper to learn how to create an accurate requirements definition for ongoing management that will save you time and money in the design phase, during development, and throughout the testing and quality assurance processes.</p>