Storyboard: Get the Most out of Server Virtualization

Author(s): John Sloan, Chris O'Connor, Rebecca Hoke

Server virtualization is main stream. Implementers have virtualized over half of their workloads (58%), including production workloads (52%). To get the most out of this trend, it is critical to understand the costs and benefits of moving from virtualization for server consolidation, to managing a virtual infrastructure, to building an internal cloud.

Use this research to:

  • Develop a server virtualization roadmap.
  • Consolidate for cost savings.
  • Manage virtual infrastructure for agility and reliability.
  • Determine if an internal cloud is right for the enterprise.
  • Develop a vendor engagement strategy.

Make best-fit server virtualization decisions to extract the most value from server virtualization features and functionality at the lowest possible TCO.