Managing your network is no easy task, hence the reason managed service providers (MSPs) exist. In this resource, explore the advantages of outsourcing to an MSP and best practices for finding the right MSP for your organization. 

This analysis compares various cloud offerings in the market. Discover resources available to help you assess your options and accelerate the launch of your initiative. 

In the rush to fulfill rising demand, some cloud application (Software as a Service, or SaaS) providers cut corners on requirements that are essential for delivering promised benefits like elasticity and reduced costs and complexity. Read this paper to learn 10 critical requirements of effective cloud applications. 

This paper from Quocirca outlines the need for Managed Print Services (MPS)  and why organisations that are operating a heterogeneous print environment should consider an independent MPS provider to proactively manage and transform their print infrastructure. 

<p>This essential resource highlights key criteria to consider when evaluating managed network service providers for the private cloud. Discover how a MPLS-enabled, all-optical network provider can help you meet performance-sensitive application needs and SLAs.</p> 

<p>Discover why data center power consumption has become a driving force behind operational and investment decisions. Gain insight into cloud and IT service providers need for a data center power management solution – one that enables IT to attain a holistic view of demand and consumption at a device, circuit, and phase level.</p> 

<p>IT environments are becoming increasingly complex as trends like cloud computing, virtualization and mobility gain traction. Utilizing a lead service provider (LSP) approach can free up IT and let external, highly skilled experts handle issues. Read this white paper to learn more about how this new IT strategy can benefit your business.</p> 

<p>Transitioning to the cloud can introduce many security risks and data privacy challenges. This white paper provides key insights on how to evaluate cloud technology vendors so you can maximize your security in your new environment. Review a series of questions asked to nine cloud vendors and uncover what they reveal about current offerings.</p> 

In this white paper discover how the Cisco Service Provider Next Generation Networks (IP NGN) works and how service providers are benefiting from this technology. Explore examples of configurations for different platforms and contrast the differences in the types of operating systems. 

This paper provides hosted Exchange providers to ensure that you select a provider who is reputable and will recommend a solution that will help increase your corporate profitability and success. 

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. 

Effective negotiations and management of telecom contracts can have a measurable impact on a business’ financial performance.