Virtual Appliances Can Deliver Physical Appliance Performance

As every new generation of hardware brings performance boosts--especially faster processors, RAM, and solid state drives--virtual appliance vendors are taking advantage...

Transplanting Your Data Center

Moving a data center can be a daunting task. Use this research note to help you plan the move and make it a success.

Storyboard: Renovate the Data Center

Successful data center renovation projects involve more than refreshing specific components of the facility. Renovation projects are more complex than first thought and...

Negotiation Tips How to Save $ With Vendors

Knowledge is power. Go into your vendor negotiations with these tips and tools in your back pocket.

Server Room Co-location Site Visit & Evaluation Checklist

Organizations that have determined a shortlist of co-location vendors (likely after the RFP process) should conduct additional due diligence before making the final...

WAN Connectivity Chart

Get up to speed on what's available on the WAN connectivity market using this information chart.

Data Center Contractor Scripted Interview Scorecard

When meeting with potential contractors for the build of a new data center, organizations should use a scripted interview to aid in the decision making process. Each...

Data Center Contractor Reference Check Checklist

Building a data center is a complex and expensive project that requires the assistance of contractors, especially in the design and planning stages. Selecting the right...

FirePASS: The Next Revolution in Fire Prevention and Suppression?

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...

Microsoft's System Center Shakes Up the System Management Market

Proprietary system management tools are very large, very expensive, and almost always require implementation consultants. Microsoft's System Center, despite some concerns...
Visit our IT Cost Optimization Center
Over 100 analysts waiting to take your call right now: 1-519-432-3550 x2019
GET HELP
Contact Us