Inside the Briefcase
with Mac McConnell, BonitasoftWith the evolution of mobile, big data, packaged apps that utilize BPM, and cloud computing, McConnell stresses the importance of customer facing applications and creative “design” thinking when creating BPM tools. Read More >>>
By Shawn Wilson, NeXt ITAs private cloud and virtual desktop infrastructure technology continue to push growth, the promise of ROI rules the dialogue, resulting in the auditing of security policies getting overlooked. Read More >>>
By Patrick Burke, RackspaceIBM has patented a solution which it claims is a “green button” that distributes a cloud service to lower power systems to help save environmental costs. Read More >>>
By Zane Gramendis, East Coast ComputerNot many IT managers remain a stranger to the term virtualization anymore. However, few understand the differences between the types of virtualization technologies and what benefits each solution has to offer. Read More >>>
by Rick DelGado, Independent Author Over 50% of Americans now use smartphones, with that number expected to rise in years to come. As such, businesses around the world are looking for a way to use these statistics to their advantage. Read More >>>
By Kurt Hagerman, FireHostIf you’ve been paying attention to this series these past few months, you know by now how to lock down the cloud. In parts I, II and III, we talked about the importance of performance, compliance and security in a successful cloud infrastructure. Read More >>>
By John Pironti, IP ArchitectsAmericans love their electronic devices and the connectivity they provide, as evidenced by the number of Internet-connected devices they own. But a new survey shows that most are struggling with data privacy and security concerns that come with the conveniences of an increasingly always-online lifestyle. Read More >>>
By Adam Ely, BlueboxMobile device management (MDM) pre-IPO market evaluations hit an all-time high in February 2013 however, in recent weeks, we’ve seen two other companies get acquired at fire sale prices, could it be MDM isn’t the complete answer? The answer to all questions is: yes. Read More >>>
By Joe McKendrick, Author and Independent ResearcherIf you are looking for a compelling business case for Platform as a Service, look no further than some of leading firms that are racing to keep up with changes technology is imposing on their business models. Read More >>>
By Patrick Burke, RackspaceWhen envisioning a data center, you probably picture server racks, patch panels, cooling equipment, cabling, temperature alarms, and raised floors. However, when planning for the future, you’re better off reducing your data center from form to function. Rather than establishing what it is, think about what it does. Read More >>>
by Steven Smith, Technology ReviewerFile server auditing ensures safe and secure File server environment where all the critical data stored remains safe and out of the reach of the rogue users. Read More >>>
with Mac McConnell, BonitaSoftIn this interview, Mac McConnell from Bonitasoft offers expert advice for organizations looking to overcome data management and data integration challenges, and accentuates the value of BPM and SOA within this equation.Read More >>>
by Stefan Guertzgen, SAPMost chemical SMEs would agree – their biggest challenges include developing innovative applications and formulations, delivering rapid response to changing customer needs, managing complex supply chains and meeting increasing regulatory requirements – all while competing with much larger players in their market space. Read More >>>
by Wayne Douglas, Technology ReviewerEven the mid-size enterprise has diverse sources of data flowing in every day from multiple sources. The challenge is to integrate and analyze all this information into a unified, user friendly and adaptable view. Read More >>>
by Sam Elbeck, GlobanetOver the last decade, we have witnessed the inception and evolution of the archiving industry. The year 1999 marked the unofficial start of the archiving industry, when just a few software companies began competing to provide these solutions. Read More >>>
by Gil Allouche, QuobleAside from maybe the creation of fantasy leagues, the last huge transformation was the invention of the TV and the live broadcast of sporting events from around the world. Now, big data is promising a whole new transformation in the sporting world. Read More >>>
with Siamak Farah, InfoStreetWe live in very exciting times. Wave after wave of technological innovations are changing our lives on a daily basis. Often, we don’t notice the change until we are swept up by it. For instance, who amongst us would have said that they would use a tablet even as recent as 10 years ago? Read More >>>
By Patrick Burke, RackspaceCloud computing isn’t just for large businesses looking to cut costs and gain a greater understanding of the data flowing through the enterprise. More cities and municipalities are turning to the technology to solve problems both big and small. Read More >>>
BonitasoftLast Tuesday, November 5th, I had the privilege of attending a live Open Source BPM event hosted by Bonitasoft in New York City. It was the 11th stop on their 2013 Process Efficiency World Tour, and was geared towards organizations looking to maximize business processes and information systems with BPM. Read More >>>
CommVaultIt may not seem like much, but the “dark data” accumulated over the years you’ve been in business could be an untapped digital gold mine, which could give your company a competitive advantage if used in conjunction with the critical data you employ every day. Read More >>>
CA Security CouncilNow, with digital information ranking so high on our list of assets to protect, the thought of trusting an obscure website with our credit card details seems as unthinkable as picking up a piece of gum we find on the street and popping it into our mouth. Read More >>>
With James Donelan, MulesoftIn the interview below, James Donelan from Mulesoft accentuates the value of open source solutions, and outlines ways in which organizations today can achieve a competitive advantage by connecting and automating their business processes across applications and data sources. Read More >>>
With Rajesh Ganesan, ManageEngineIn the discussion below, Rajesh Ganesan from ManageEngine talks about the move to help IT provide more value by fusing the IT service desk with the tools needed to create business applications and services for their end users. Read More >>>
By Yves de Montcheuil, TalendIn the below interview, Yves de Montcheuil from Talend outlines key integration challenges that are arising with the evolution of big data and cloud computing, and the ways in which a well rounded open source data integration solution can help overcome some of these challenges. Read More >>>
By Patrick Burke, RackspaceThe gaming industry is harnessing the power of cloud computing to bring users a higher fidelity game experience and, among other benefits, unique game-sharing opportunities. Read More >>>
with Pierre Fricke, Red HatIn this interview, Pierre Fricke from Red Hat discusses challenges that arise as new technologies and tools evolve within the enterprise, and outlines best practices for organizations looking to integrate these mechanisms into their existing business processes.Read More >>>
with James Snowhill, Independent AuthorIn recent years, cloud computing has increasingly become a part of our day to day lives and yet many people are still wary of embracing the new technology. One of the major concerns that is behind this reluctance is security. Read More >>>
with Praveen Asthana , GravitantIn this interview, Praveen Asthana from Gravitant outlines challenges organizations may encounter as they transition to cloud based systems, and offers expert advice for overcoming these roadblocks. Read More >>>
By Patrick Burke, RackspaceThe cloud is poised to make a sizeable impact in the retail sector, according to a recent report. More brick-and-mortar stores are using cloud computing to gain insight into their customers and to provide a better shopping experience. Read More >>>
By Cam Roberson, Beachhead SolutionsYou own a small business – or maybe you’re planning to start one. The checklist of tasks you have to complete to get everything up and running (or ensure they keep running) is longer than an overzealous kid’s Christmas list. Read More >>>
