In the first part of this discussion, I looked at the trends behind the opening session conversations at this year's Future in Review Conference. The trends I'll discuss in this week's issue tend to be broader in scope, and occasionally deeper...

In the overlap of technology and economics, we are describing a new regime of thought and action which we think is necessary for the global system to continue its growth.

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Reducing headcount is a mentally and emotionally challenging task under any circumstance. Use this tool to take a systematic, skills-focused approach to making staff reduction decisions.

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While preliminary decisions regarding the types of fire protection and suppression required in the data center can be made by IT, the final decision and selection process should be done by consulting a fire engineer. However, not all fire...

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Terminating staff is a time of high stress for everyone involved. It's easy to make mistakes that open up the enterprise to risk. Don't take any chances. Use this checklist to ensure that an employee's departure is handled legally, ethically and...

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Selecting fire protection and suppression systems for the data center requires an understanding of the decision points and options available. Although largely regulated by Government authorities, choosing fire protection and prevention systems...

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While preliminary decisions can be made by IT, the final decision and selection process should be done by consulting a fire engineer. However, not all fire engineers are experienced specifically in data center design. Establish a set of...

(5-Jan-10) The B.C Coroners Services (BCCS) issued a safety bulletin last August about leaving laptop computers running on soft surfaces such as couches. The warning came in the wake of an investigation into a tragic incident with a...

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If layoffs are in the cards, then developing an objective process for deciding who stays and who goes will help make the difficult decisions manageable. At the very least, have a plan in place so that you know in advance who will be cut and why...

The server must be equipped with fire detection and suppression systems that recognize and extinguish fire; abide by local, state, and federal laws, codes, and standards; and foremost, protect the lives of personnel. Understand the options in...

Terminating an employee is the most stressful thing a manager will ever have to do. It's especially difficult when a good employee is released as part of a cost-cutting measure. Regardless of the circumstances, terminations should be handled...

The data center must be equipped with fire detection and suppression systems to identify and extinguish fire, abide by local, state and federal laws, codes and standards, but foremost, to protect the lives of personnel. Understand the options in...

FirePASS Corporation has introduced a new concept for fire prevention and suppression in the data center. Using hypoxic air ventilation, the concentration of oxygen is decreased in the atmosphere of the data center without harm to employees....

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Terminating an employee is the most stressful thing a manager will ever have to do. It's especially difficult when a good employee is released as part of a cost-cutting measure. Regardless of the circumstances, terminations should be handled...

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Losing a job ranks with divorce and death of a loved one as one of the most stressful and depressing life events. During times of financial crisis, the number of terminations will increase as layoffs are mandated. Regardless of the...

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Making staff reductions is not only an emotionally challenging task, but also one wrought with uncertainty and risk for error. This risk is magnified when time frames for reductions are short. Follow a structured and objective method for...

No DRP is complete without an emergency evacuation plan for the data center, which is also required by law for the safety of employees. Create and test evacuation drills to keep IT staff informed and ready for an evacuation event.

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No DRP is complete without an emergency evacuation plan for the data center. This template is designed to act as a starting point for developing an evacuation plan for data center staff.