The majority of user authentication schemes today still use userid and password. The burden to users of managing large numbers of userids and passwords has led to proposals for Federated Identity systems, where a single set of credentials can be used to authenticate with several organisations, which have agreed to work together as a federation. 

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. 

After carefully weighing competing options, Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility chose Quantum's DXi-Series solution with deduplication technology for its data protection system upgrade. This case study explains why they made that choice. 

Learn how your company can change from a lead generation business model to a dynamic lead development process in this joint Webcast from SiriusDecisions and KnowledgeStorm. 

This document is designed to give you a better chance of successfully implementing CRM software solutions and focus is on implementing CRM software in small to medium sized organizations. 

This case study describes how Alegent, a large healthcare system in Nebraska, implemented Courion Solutions to assist with their access assurance needs. Read on to learn what was changed and the benefits that were attained. 

Read this e-guide for tips on implementing data deduplication, one of the hottest technologies in data backup and primary storage. Learn all about the advantages and disadvantages of data deduplication as well as the key dos and don’ts of implementing this technology. 

The Solvency II Directive was rolled out to protect consumers by promising that insurance companies maintain sufficient funds to meet all claims. Complying with the risk management portion of the initiative can be difficult for insurance companies. This paper details how Unum implemented an operational risk management solution to address this. 

This case study outlines Kelley Blue Book's journey to virtualize their kbb.com site infrastructure to enable more frequent updates and faster deployment of code changes. In this paper you'll learn about the solutions implemented to not only improve virtual performance and efficiency, but also to reduce the burden on the company's IT staff. 

Extremely high end-user expectations for enterprise mobile performance have IT teams scrambling to address its unique challenges. Read this e-guide for expert tips on choosing and implementing the best mobile performance management tools and strategies available today. Also, find in-depth industry analyst advice on functional testing. 

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. 

To protect cardholder data, organizations must take steps to meet the latest PCI compliance standards. Find out how your company can safeguard data in this step-by-step guide. 

Tripwire Inc., based in Portland, Oregon provides industry-trusted security solutions to thousands of clients worldwide. This 5-minute video explores how Tripwire seamlessly implemented their modern cloud solution and the benefits they enjoy. Watch now to learn more.