This paper is the second in a two-part series exploring the innovation barrier – the point at which testing can no longer keep pace with development in the equipment manufacturing industry. It examines the innovation barrier’s symptoms – from slowdowns in development to mounting quality issues – and the potential impact on equipment manufacturers. 

This week’s Computer Weekly examines research that suggests CEOs want to invest in IT more than ever, but still see CIOs as technical experts and not business people. We review SQL Server 2012 and ask if Microsoft's database software is catching its competitors as well as concluding our Buyer's Guide to data security. 

Fax servers can make sending and receiving faxes an efficient, simple and cheaper process. The problems with manual faxing are solved because GFI FAXmaker allows users to receive and send faxes directly from their email client. Download this 30-day trial version to see how GFI FAXmaker can save valuable time for IT administrators and managers. 

<p>This white paper offers an overview of key considerations for implementing a strategy to automate fax and email orders (plus EDI, web and other order sources) into your enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.</p> 

This chapter discusses the process of evaluating and purchasing backup products. Also discussed are the issues to be aware of during this process, such as recovery deadlines, scalability, security, and more. 

Virtual desktop infrastructures is an initiative that many IT pros are familiar with, but when it comes to designing a system, many are not prepared for the decision making that is involved with the process. This podcast highlights industry expert Gabe Knuth as he takes a look at the challenges of designing VDI and more. 

This expert white paper from Forrester Research discusses how the role of the sales person has changed in today's digital world and the four types of salespeople in the 21st century. 

This white paper describes five tips and challenges for using Interactive Voice Response (IVR) systems. 

High turnovers and a changing marketplace are forcing companies in the retail sector to rethink the way they conduct their business. Many are turning to training and talent management as a means to drive organizational success. Read this white paper to learn more about this strategy and how it can benefit your business. 

In this issue of the Exchange Insider e-zine, discover why now is the best time to migrate to Exchange 2010 if you haven't already made the move. Plus, find out about hardware requirements and storage considerations to keep in mind as you make the transition. 

In this four-part classroom, learn from Monica Crocker, Corporate Records Manager at Land O'Lakes, as she explains the information governance benefits and opportunities of SharePoint 2010. 

This paper provides an overview of the differences between the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and offers strategies for making the transition to IFRS smooth and painless.