This paper outlines the use of Key Performance Indicators (KPI metrics) together with associated Key Performance Drivers (KPD metrics) within the context of value stream management to support continuous operational performance improvement. 

Coupling NetApp’s SnapMirror and SnapVault technology with Syncsort’s BEX software has created an integrated disk-based solution for data protection and disaster recovery of mission-critical digital assets. Within minutes of an outage or disaster, applications, databases and users can be accessing data and resuming business. 

This expert e-guide lays out many process and security benefits of using a centralized access administration model. Discover the three major phases of the access lifecycle and learn why using a centralized model mitigates security risks when employees are terminated or move within the organization. 

In Windows Server 2008 R2, the improvements to failover clusters are aimed at simplifying failover clusters, making them more secure, and enhancing their stability. Cluster setup and management are easier. Security and networking in failover clusters have been improved, as has the way a failover cluster communicates with storage. 

In August 2007, CFO Research Services launched a research program to explore the ways in which the role of the finance team has changed in recent years. This report presents the findings of our online survey of 255 senior finance executives. 

Delivering solid application performance to branch and satellite offices is a clear business priority but costly and challenging to maintain for IT. How can you ensure the business gets what it needs while lowering IT costs and fueling greater consolidation and efficiency? Hear how leading enterprises are conquering this challenge and you can too. 

3G wireless solutions tend to be relatively low-cost and high-speed and are often available in areas where acquiring wired service may be difficult or impossible. This document demonstrates how to address some of 3G's limitations through the use of Cisco® Wide Area Application Services (WAAS). 

In this whitepaper learn about the latest notebook and desktop PCs with Intel vPro technology. It builds on proven capabilities to enable even greater proactive security, enhanced maintenance, and improved remote management. 

Begin managing customer relationships in minutes – not days. Try Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online now for 30 days! 

Wi-Fi® enabled BlackBerry® smartphones give you Wi-Fi access, which means that if your organization has deployed the BlackBerry Enterprise Solution, you can securely access all your corporate data over Wi-Fi networks. 

This paper is the third in a four-part series that addresses mobile communications in the healthcare industry. Part Three addresses the key issues surrounding the selection and adoption of a wireless solution within the healthcare industry. 

This paper is the first in a four-part series that offers an overview of the current healthcare situation and suggests ways in which wireless technology solutions address healthcare challenges.