http://www.technologyevaluation.comTechnology Evaluation Centers - News Analysis and Research. Technology Evaluation Centers Inc. (TEC) is the impartial advocate for end users and purchasers of enterprise software solutions. It has aided IT professionals with software selection since 1993.Copyright 2012 Technologyevaluation.com. All rights reserved.Organizations seeking the services of a value-added reseller (VAR), channel partner, implementer, vendor, or consultant require an evaluation of what this service provider has to offer. This report will assist organizations looking to determine the best-fit service provider for their implementation needs. Based on information provided to TEC by Ability, LLC, this report focuses on real-life implementation projects delivered by the service provider to three of its existing clients. http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26495/accreditation-report-for-erp-in-the-manufacturing-industry-ability-llc.html12/15/2011 2:54:00 PM Advanced Projects for Microsoft Dynamics AX v.4.0 from Adeaca is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of product portfolio management (PPM) for professional services automation (PSA) in TEC's PPM for PSA Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/report/26228/advanced-projects-for-microsoft-dynamics-ax-v%2e4%2e0-from-adeaca-ppm-for-psa-certification-report.html9/27/2011 11:11:00 AM Deltek has been a software provider that does the job as promised (and more), but the company and its products, with its focus on government contracting, have never been associated with "cool" and "exciting." What a difference a year can make! Technology Evaluation Centers (TEC) Principal Analyst P.J. Jakovljevic reports on the changes Deltek has been making, and speaks with some top execs about its strategy.http://www.technologyevaluation.com/research/articles/deltek-we-hardly-knew-ye-new-deltek-at-insight-2011-23672/8/10/2011 9:50:00 AM This white paper analyzes the return on investment (ROI) that customers can expect from their enterprise network solution, based on interviews with customers. Additionally, you will read about the business case for proactively managing network and application performance. Get the visibility you need to achieve your IT objectives. Download this white paper today.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/21991/achieving-business-value-with-network-and-application-visibility.html1/31/2011 9:14:00 AM For years, utilities have seen a growing need to enable a smarter electric grid, promote cleaner power sources, and replace aging structures. These issues came into sharper focus when US President Obama signed into law the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). This legislation provides funding for many energy initiatives—however, strict compliance guidelines come with the stimulus plan. Find out more.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/10179/energizing-utilities-for-the-economic-stimulus-plan-strategies-for-greater-efficiency-and-sustainability.html6/4/2009 9:20:00 AM It is an accepted fact that Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) is the only consistent and comprehensive documentation of best practices for IT service management. Now, ITIL mentions facilities management in best practices for IT service management. Why? Because facilities have to be intact and operating seamlessly to manage the physical environment where the IT infrastructure is located. Find out more.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/9951/the-relationship-between-itil-and-facilities-management.html4/12/2009 10:30:00 PM The environmental protection agency (EPA) is limiting the amount of R-22 hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerant to 20 percent less than industry demand. This means R-22 will likely increase in cost. It could also mean that reclaimed, recycled, and used R-22 could become more valuable. Learn how to continue education related to R-22 phaseout requirements and begin managing your refrigerant inventory more accurately.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/9771/how-to-prepare-your-organization-for-the-phaseout-of-r22-hcfc-refrigerants.html2/23/2009 10:25:00 AM The average power consumed by an enclosure in a data center is about 1.7 kilowatts (kWs), but the maximum power that can be obtained by filling a rack with available high density servers, such as blade servers, is over 20 kW. Find out about the power density values of current and new data centers, and learn practical approaches to creating strategies for deploying high-density computing, with limitations and benefits.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/9528/cooling-strategies-for-ultrahigh-density-racks-and-blade-servers.html12/10/2008 9:32:00 AM High-density IT equipment stresses the power density capability of modern data centers. Installation and unmanaged proliferation of this equipment can lead to unexpected problems with power and cooling infrastructure. Find out how to measure and predict power and cooling capacity and the rack enclosure level, to ensure predictable performance and prevent problems such as overheating, overloads, and loss of redundancy.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/9501/power-and-cooling-capacity-management-for-data-centers.html12/5/2008 1:50:00 PM Cooling for IT wiring closets is rarely planned and often only implemented after failures or overheating occur. Specifications for cooling IT wiring closets should assure compatibility with expected loads, provide clear instruction for design and installation of cooling equipment, be flexible enough to work in various types of wiring closets, and more. Discover the science and practical application of cooling strategies.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/9500/cooling-strategies-for-it-wiring-closets-and-small-rooms.html12/5/2008 1:44:00 PM For many companies, the second largest cost after people is facilities. Solutions have evolved from traditional out-tasking and outsourcing to the more recent strategy of integrating facilities management and real estate under a single service provider. But first, understand marketplace realities: provider capabilities don’t always line up with buyer expectations. Learn about the challenges of integrating these services.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/9106/bigger-broader-and-better-linked-considerations-for-integrated-sourcing-of-facilities-management-and-real-estate.html9/17/2008 3:14:00 PM Globally, data center power and cooling infrastructure wastes more than 60 million megawatt-hours per year that do not contribute usefully to powering IT equipment. This is an enormous financial burden on industry, and is a significant public policy environmental issue. Find out about the principles of a new data center architecture that can be implemented today to dramatically improve the electrical efficiency of your data center.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/8690/an-improved-architecture-for-highefficiency-highdensity-data-centers.html6/25/2008 5:08:00 PM Progressive companies are discovering that they can optimize processes and assets to make the best use of resources, reduce negative impact on the environment, and strengthen business results—all at the same time. Improving enterprise asset management (EAM) processes provides opportunities for you to create less waste, reduce resource use, and decrease emissions. Find out how you can take advantage of EAM’s benefits. http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/8481/enterprise-asset-management-strategies-creating-social-and-financial-value-by-going-green.html5/7/2008 3:02:00 PM With the number of vehicles worldwide expected to triple in the next few decades, the toll collection market will need to adapt to meet demand. Increasing traffic will make the use of conventional toll plazas unfeasible. Electronic toll collection (ETC) systems can help by supporting multilane, free-flow tolling that can be tailored to specific standards and processes. Find out what you need to know, before ETC passes you by.http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/7979/prepared-for-the-road-ahead-a-solution-for-electronic-toll-collection.html2/5/2008 1:29:00 PM Identity theft and credit card fraud affect all businesses—and the problem is only getting worse. In order to combat these threats, credit card companies have joined forces to introduce the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). For financial institutions, complying with PCI DSS by using real-time monitoring and selective enforcement software can help to relieve the burden of unauthorized changes. http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/7574/leveraging-change-control-to-meet-pci-requirements.html11/6/2007 2:06:00 PM When it comes to workers’ safety, companies shouldn’t take any chances. The growing safety, security, and regulatory and reporting requirements are forcing many organizations to implement more sophisticated systems to monitor and manage their work environments. To help determine which mobile devices are approved and appropriate to use in your work environments, it’s important to have clear guidelines on what to look for. http://whitepapers.technologyevaluation.com/view_document/6995/make-the-safe-choice.html7/13/2007 11:20:00 AM