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Abstract: Server
consolidation is a hot topic. As a supplier of enterprise-class servers, Egenera has participated in many
consolidation projects, with both customers and prospects. This paper summarizes what we’ve learned about
consolidation, and provides a roadmap for driving
consolidation in your organization. We answer the question most often asked by our customers: How do we get started?
PubDate: 9/16/2005 2:30:00 PM
Abstract: Server and data center consolidation has never been more important. Issues such as server sprawl and increasing costs have made consolidation the number one priority among IT managers. New virtualization technologies, however, are helping data centers combat these problems. Learn about the factors that are driving consolidation initiatives today, and find out what best practices can be used for ensuring its success.
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Abstract: Making information broadly and easily available to more users throughout an organization—and beyond the organization to customers, partners, and stakeholders—has never been more imperative. More enterprises are coming to understand the value of placing consistent, integrated data into the hands of everyone who needs it. Learn how a data mart consolidation program can help you improve decision making while cutting costs.
Abstract: Organizations providing billable services to their clients can benefit from an enterprise resource planning solution. But what makes ERP for services different from solutions known as product portfolio management for professional services automation? And which is best for your organization?
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