Network Management Strategies for the CIO
Editors' Picks
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Self-service portals give IT control in the cloud
Cloud computing purists say true clouds require portals for self-service, but those who've actually deployed portals are in the minority.15 May 2013
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IaaS business scales faster with Zuora billing software
While a user testified to the benefits of Zuora specialty billing software, an expert said the niche tool is not necessary for all.14 May 2013
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Buyer strategies for cloud price cuts
When cloud providers slash prices, it makes it tough for cloud buyers to find the real value. Here are some coping strategies for handling price cuts.13 May 2013
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How to implement cloud-based security services
Implementing cloud-based security services has rewards, but network pros must evaluate the cloud provider's architecture for security and reliability.09 May 2013
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Harnessing potential, avoiding problems with smaller PaaS providers
Smaller PaaS providers or the usual suspects? Gartner's Yefim Natis discusses the pros of partnering with PaaS startups and how to avoid the cons.09 May 2013
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CRM, ERP head up mobile applications offered by SaaS providers
More providers of SaaS are serving up customer relationship management, enterprise resource planning and other enterprise-specific mobile apps.08 May 2013
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Why enterprise IT should embrace the cloud business model
Many cloud providers offer catalogues of fixed-configuration VMs, and adopting this cloud business model could greatly benefit enterprise IT.06 May 2013
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Will Google IaaS offering add fuel to cloud's price war fire?
With Google IaaS entering the fray, cloud vendors may need to cut prices further to compete. Is this price war good for the consumer?06 May 2013
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Cloud computing continues to drive IT growth, shapes industry
IDC claims third platform technologies will drive 90% of growth in IT. Are enterprises choosing to ignore this shift sure to stagnate?30 Apr 2013
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How do I go about choosing a cloud provider for my company?
Choosing a cloud provider for your company can seem impossible until you compare your needs to a provider's core business.23 Apr 2013
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More enterprises develop mobile apps for SaaS
Learn why more enterprises are developing mobile apps for SaaS and why some turn to PaaS.18 Apr 2013
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Buyer beware: Cloud washing rampant among tech vendors
The cloud computing hype cycle has led many tech vendors to cloud wash their products. Here are the characteristics of a true cloud computing service.17 Apr 2013
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Industry-specific requirements shape the evolution of the XaaS market
As the Anything as a Service market shifts to a more industry-focused approach, will it lure enterprise IT?16 Apr 2013
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Cloud computing templates give IT teams control
Cloud computing templates can make cloud server builds easier and give IT admins some cloud control.16 Apr 2013
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Making cloud computing cost models work for you
Cloud computing brings its own cost model, and IT managers can use tools and common sense to keep an eye on the numbers.15 Apr 2013
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How to create a realistic enterprise strategy for cloud computing
An enterprise cloud computing strategy should be based on what cloud service providers can realistically provide, and on what they cannot.11 Apr 2013
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A snapshot of Affordable Care Act implementation: Buckle your seatbelt
With many regulations still to be defined, business leaders, vendors and industry experts have more questions than answers in ACA implementation.08 Apr 2013
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Is a subscription for Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus too much change?
To guarantee its revenue stream, Microsoft must convince businesses that subscribing to Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus is worth the monthly cost.05 Apr 2013
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Ask the Expert: Is PaaS vendor lock-in unavoidable?
Will your PaaS of choice interoperate with future SaaS and IaaS installments? Here's how to find out, before it's too late to turn back.04 Apr 2013
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How application integration maintenance is like taking care of a car
Forrester analyst Randy Heffner offers some best practices and his predictions for software integration management.03 Apr 2013