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. 

USA Technologies sought a solution that offered better QA and testing to meet the expanding demand of transactions at its 48,000 point-of-sale, cashless micro-transaction machines. This paper outlines the solution it chose and how it offers an automated software load and elevated performance testing. Read this to learn more about its benefits. 

The first edition of Cloud Computing Review tackles the big questions about cloud computing, such as does the cloud really save you money? Find out about the hidden costs of cloud, as well as what you should pay attention to in cloud contracts. Plus, explore the link between enterprise applications and the cloud through a detailed case study. 

This paper reviews SAP's efforts over the last several years to expand and enhance its product lifecycle management (PLM) offerings. It describes their current PLM portfolio and how they bring their solutions to market. 

This white paper reviews key mobile trends and analyzes how performance testers must change their testing methodologies to ensure they are accounting for the changes caused by mobile usage. 

Dell's adaptive infrastructure management (AIM) framework has something competitors don't: support for heterogeneous hardware. In a nutshell, it's possible to have a completely automated infrastructure using all Dell gear, or a nearly completely automated infrastructure using an array of hardware from other vendors. 

Access this Gartner Research report for the enterprise email market highlights of 2011. Plus, gain in-depth reviews of 8 leading vendor products and services. 

Read this white paper to review best practices for building a scale-out storage cloud architecture. Review key configuration steps, and real-world use cases that provide you with the information you need to construct and operate your first cloud infrastructure. 

In this article, Kaplan, of Harvard Business School, and Norton, founder and director of the Palladium Group, explain how to effectively manage both strategy and operations by linking them tightly in a closed-loop management system, which comprises five stages. 

ZANTAZ Introspect offers the highest level of security for your organization's discoverable data. 

Now that you've reviewed the essential issues involved in any backup acquisition, this guide focuses on the specific considerations of enterprise-class tape libraries. You'll also find a series of specifications to help make on-the-spot product comparisons between vendors like Quantum Corp., Hewlett-Packard Corp., IBM, SpectraLogic Corp., and more. 

This document is part of the Global Knowledge Course Review Series, and the review contained will help you understand which types of information the CCNA certification exam covers. 

Read this expert e-guide to learn how to successfully manage your ERP systems with one cohesive plan as your organization becomes more complex. Review five best practices that can help you get the most from your ERP solution.