Understanding Alternative Compute Models  by Dell, Inc. and Intel

November 25, 2009 - Thanks to recent advances in technology, IT has a range of centrally-managed compute models from which to choose. This white paper describes the variety of compute models available, how each works, and the advantages and limitations of each model for key vectors such as security, manageability, and power consumption.

Understanding How Technology Can Support Manufacturing Quality  by Apriso Corporation

November 02, 2009 - In this expert podcast, industry analyst Simon Jacobson discusses the best starting point for a quality improvement initiative within a manufacturing plant, explores what types of software and technology can be used for support, explains why the IT team plays a key role in its success, offers tips on how to reduce error rates, and more.

Understanding Your Hypervisor Architecture to Improve IT Management  by Dell and Microsoft

August 19, 2009 - In this videocast featuring IT expert, Greg Shields, learn about hypervisor architecture as it relates to your OS. Discover how to improve IT management with virtual machine managers for storage migration and check host compatibility prior to migration. Learn about a technology that allows for rapid provisioning and supports multi-processors.

Unlocking the Mainframe: Modernizing Legacy System to SOA  by Oracle Corporation

July 24, 2008 - Successful execution of an SOA strategy, combined with the release of the business value contained in legacy systems, can bring five proven benefits to the enterprise. Functioning as both a software development environment and a delivery framework, SOA provides a mechanism for defining business services and operating models.

Usability as an ERP Selection Criteria  by IFS

January 01, 2008 - ERP software is often criticized for being complex and difficult to use. Read this paper to learn how to evaluate ERP software for usability.

Using an SRM Tool to Ground In-the-Cloud Storage  by Northern Parklife

August 25, 2009 - This paper addresses the challenges and drawbacks of in-the-cloud storage, addressing such issues as control, security, compliance, data availability, and overall management. It also shows how storage can work within a private or internal cloud framework.

Using Encrypting File System to Protect Microsoft Dynamics CRM Data on a V3c Client Running Windows XP Professional  by Microsoft

June 28, 2007 - This white paper explains how to use Encrypting File System (EFS), a feature that is provided by default in the Windows® operating system, to protect data in Microsoft Dynamics CRM clients for Outlook Compatibility Update running on Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2 (SP2). There are many different solutions available to encrypt data on disk.

Using FalconStor FDS as a Backup Target for EMC NetWorker  by FalconStor Software

August 01, 2009 - This document describes the basic concepts and integration guidelines for FalconStor FDS in an EMC NetWorker environment. The document is intended to provide an architectural overview of FalconStor FDS being used with EMC NetWorker and the benefits of a combined solution.

Using Microsoft Dynamics CRM and the Federated Model for Consolidated Pipeline Forecasting and Reporting  by Microsoft

September 09, 2009 - View this webcast to learn how the federated model can help business units operate customized CRM systems while synchronizing to a central application. We explore how the server stores enterprise-pertinent information from all CRM systems, thus supporting executives responsible for achieving overall sales goals.