Network Management Strategies for the CIO
Editors' Picks
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Pros, cons of premises- vs. provider-based network management systems
IT expert David Davis outlines the pros and cons of premises- versus provider-based network management.12 Aug 2013
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Cloud use strategy: Celtics VP of IT builds on wins, cuts losses
Boston Celtics VP of IT leverages cloud use for business needs on and off the court and comes out winning -- even when he loses.08 Aug 2013
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Securing data with Authentication as a Service in the cloud, mobile era
Authentication as a Service is enabled by standard security protocols, but other service features can be the keys to deciding on a provider.05 Aug 2013
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Don't just build an app store: Nurture a cloud developer ecosystem
Service providers must nurture a cloud developer ecosystem -- not just collect software partners. Learn what the difference is and how to get there.01 Aug 2013
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ECM systems in the cloud: Ensuring a soft landing
Deploying enterprise content management systems in the cloud isn't rocket science, but success requires a practical approach.31 Jul 2013
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Aria Systems ships SaaS billing product for cloud services
Aria Systems' SaaS billing system, Unified Channel Billing, is designed to simplify channel partners' billing operations for cloud-based services.17 Jul 2013
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Software as a Service challenges: Building your roadmap to success
This FAQ guide with expert Henry Svendblad lays out the most common Software as a Service challenges for management and how to overcome them.11 Jul 2013
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With cloud technologies, pay attention to the man behind the curtain
Enterprise IT ventures toward cloud like Dorothy toward Oz -- full of hope. But to unveil cloud's true benefits, we can't believe all the hype.09 Jul 2013
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Cloud outages cause heartbreak, unleash chaos
Cloud outages do happen, but the IT pros who prepare ahead of time are the ones who suffer the least damage.09 Jul 2013
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SaaS application testing: Keep performance tests in mind
Performance testing must be a high priority for SaaS application testers. Learn why and pick up tips on how to test a SaaS system's performance.30 Jun 2013
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Four tips for finding the right cloud testing tools
Cloud testing tools might improve testing efforts by reducing costs and freeing up resources, but only if the test tools fit what you test and how.28 Jun 2013
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Diving into the Oracle-Microsoft cloud computing deal
Oracle's getting back to its roots, as SQL Azure bites its fingernails (or does it?) Find out why the Oracle-Microsoft deal matters.24 Jun 2013
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Three practices to prevent cloud vendor lock-in
Expert Ed Moyle offers three tips for preventing cloud lock-in long after contract negotiations are complete.18 Jun 2013
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Long tail theory points to a long life for on-premises data centers
While cloud computing looms over traditional data centers, the long tail theory of IT says on-site facilities will be around for a while.06 Jun 2013
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PaaS adoption hindered by cloud washing, market immaturity
Many cloud pros see PaaS as the next big thing, if it can overcome vendors' cloud washing tricks and market immaturity. But what makes true PaaS?06 Jun 2013
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The future of SaaS: What do we need for SaaS monitoring nirvana?
Network Management expert Henry Svendblad explains what is needed to make IT monitoring worry-free in a software-as-a-Service environment.05 Jun 2013
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Amazon S3 encryption overview: How to secure data in the Amazon cloud
Learn details for employing Amazon S3 encryption features. Expert Dave Shackleford compares S3 encryption to other cloud provider offerings.31 May 2013
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The IT landscape faces Software as a Service challenges
Expert Henry Svendblad lays out the most important new challenges of managing your enterprise network in the era of Software as a Service.30 May 2013
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Interest in private clouds grows as market matures
Growing interest in private clouds reflects an improved understanding of cloud computing among IT pros, experts say.24 May 2013
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Sequestration stymies federal government cloud ambitions
The federal government is under mandates to consolidate data centers and deliver IT as a Service, but sequestration makes this easier said than done.22 May 2013