WHITE PAPER - In the current market, insurers-and all companies, are looking for ways to cut costs and to be more efficient. This report is a high-level survey of some vendors that are known to be helping clients.
Posted: November 10, 2008 | Published: November 10, 2008


Topics:  Databases | Enterprise | Mainframe Computers | Mainframe Networking Hardware | Mainframe Operating Systems | Mainframe Server Hardware | SOAP | SQL | Web Services | XML

WHITE PAPER - In this report, learn how Shadow v7 <b>expands the range of SOA and data connectivity options</b> available to existing System z mainframe users.
Posted: November 10, 2008 | Published: November 10, 2008


Topics:  Data Management | Enterprise | IT Infrastructure | Mainframe Computers | Mainframe Operating Systems | Mainframe Server Hardware | SOA | SQL | TCO | Web Services

WHITE PAPER - Good news: recent upgrades to products from third-party mainframe-software vendors are making these tools more useful than ever. This e-guide explains why and covers the "mainframe revival," including drivers, approaches, and remaining challenges.
Posted: November 6, 2008 | Published: November 6, 2008


Topics:  Databases | Enterprise | Mainframe Computers | Mainframe Networking Hardware | Mainframe Operating Systems | Mainframe Server Hardware | Systems Management | Vendors

WHITE PAPER - F5 is the leader in Application Delivery Networking, ensuring applications are secure, fast, and available. This white paper provides an overview of specific F5 acceleration features across three F5 product lines.
Posted: October 7, 2008 | Published: October 7, 2008


Topics:  Acceleration Hardware | Data Centers | ERP | HTTP | Network Infrastructure | SSL | TCP | WAN

WHITE PAPER - Learn about performance management software specifically as it relates to the mainframe. This is a topic of increasing importance to IT.
Posted: October 6, 2008 | Published: October 3, 2008


Topics:  Application Performance Management Software | Infrastructure Management | Linux | Mainframe Computers | Mainframe Server Hardware | Server Virtualization | UNIX | z/OS

WHITE PAPER - Adopting a virtualized infrastructure can result in a reduction of up to 35% of total annual server costs per user. This paper describes “basic virtualization,” which refers to basic x86 server consolidation using virtualization software.
Posted: September 24, 2008 | Published: September 24, 2008


Topics:  Architectures | Business Intelligence | ERP | Operating Systems | Server Hardware | Server Virtualization | Software Virtualization | Storage Virtualization | Systems Management

WHITE PAPER - This white paper is a must-read for understanding service-enablement of mainframe and enterprise host applications. You'll learn the quickest and safest paths to B2B, customer self-service, and other initiatives. The paper also addresses ROI concerns.
Posted: September 2, 2008 | Published: August 29, 2008


Topics:  Application Life-Cycle Management | ERP | Mainframe Computers | Mainframe Operating Systems | Mainframe Server Hardware | Security | SOA | Terminal Emulation Software | Web Applications Management | Web Services

WHITE PAPER - In this paper learn about how the CA Automated Storage Optimization Mainframe Suite is flexible and modular so there is no need to "rip and replace" as processes, applications and users are added while the value of information evolves.
Posted: August 28, 2008 | Published: August 28, 2008


Topics:  Best Practices | Cost Benefit Analysis | IT Infrastructure | Mainframe Computers | Operational Support Systems | Storage Management | Storage Media | Storage Systems | Tape Libraries

WHITE PAPER - Because all data is not created equal, it's best to consider a tape encryption strategy that's aligned with business practices, security objectives and compliance drivers. Read this paper to learn best practices for mainframe tape encryption.
Posted: August 28, 2008 | Published: August 28, 2008


Topics:  Best Practices | Cost Benefit Analysis | Encryption Standards | Loss Prevention | Mainframe Computers | Security | Storage Systems | Tape Backups | Tape Libraries

WHITE PAPER - This white paper introduces the steps that organizations must take to improve their systems and software development processes, by implementing key best practices and uniting development teams with Application Lifecycle Management (ALM).
Posted: July 10, 2008 | Published: April 1, 2008


Topics:  Application Life-Cycle Management | Best Practices | Change Management | Collaboration | Embedded Systems Hardware | Infrastructure Management | SOA | Software | Software Configuration Management

WHITE PAPER - This whitepaper discusses how ACom3, as an internet application, is able to manage high volume transaction environments by using the concept of Work Units to distribute processing.
Posted: July 10, 2008 | Published: July 9, 2008


Topics:  Applications Management | File Sharing Protocols | Internet | Internet Applications Software | Process Control Software | Server Hardware | Server Management | Server Software

WHITE PAPER - Enterprise organizations need to take a serious look at end-to-end application performance management. This white paper discusses end-to-end application performance management for both web and mainframe solutions and how it impacts busine
Posted: June 17, 2008 | Published: April 1, 2008


Topics:  Application Performance Management | Application Performance Management Software | Client-Server Software | Data Management | IT Infrastructure | Mainframe Computers | Quality Control | SOA

WHITE PAPER - Fire suppression system solutions for most size rooms and enclosures has shown many firms the benefits of utilizing newer technology when protecting valuable assets.
Posted: June 2, 2008 | Published: January 1, 2007


Topics:  Buildings and Facilities | Data Centers | Disaster Planning | Equipment Maintenance Management Software | Loss Prevention | Physical Security | Server Hardware

WHITE PAPER - Monitoring event logs from workstations provides two important benefits a) Save money by adopting a proactive approach to supporting end users (enhanced productivity), and b) Enhance overall security of your organization.
Posted: May 30, 2008 | Published: April 23, 2007


Topics:  Compliance Software | Network Security | Security Best Practices | Security Event Management | Security Software | Windows | Workstations

WHITE PAPER - The Akamai Electronic Software Delivery solution enables software vendors to drastically improve their download completion rates by offering superior user download experience through increased speed, reliability, visibility and control.
Posted: April 17, 2008 | Published: January 1, 2007


Topics:  Acceleration Hardware | Content Delivery | Content Networking | Software Implementation | Software Migration | Software Upgrades

WHITE PAPER - Learn how to integrate Intel vPro technology with LANDesk management software. This white paper discusses the steps of integration and benefits, including improved desktop management and increased security.
Posted: November 21, 2007 | Published: October 13, 2006


Topics:  Change Management | Desktop Management | Downtime | High Availability | LAN | LAN Hardware | Microprocessors | Security Threats | Server Hardware | Server Software | Software Upgrades | Vulnerability Management

WHITE PAPER - Virtualization can help you save time and money while achieving more with the computer resources you already own. VMware allows you to visualize and manage logical entities as easily and as well as physical entities.
Posted: November 6, 2007 | Published: November 1, 2007


Topics:  Data Center Management | Network Monitoring | Server Consolidation | Server Hardware | Server Virtualization | Storage Resource Management | Virtual User Interface Software | VMware

WHITE PAPER - This white paper outlines the challenges that virtualization and clustering create for IT and provides techniques for addressing the specific requirements of these environments.
Posted: November 6, 2007 | Published: January 1, 2007


Topics:  Clustering | Data Center Management | Network Monitoring | Server Consolidation | Server Hardware | Server Virtualization | Storage Resource Management | Virtual Offices | Virtual User Interface Software | VMware

WHITE PAPER - Secure management of local administrator passwords is an essential part of network security. This document identifies technical challenges and offers solutions for effectively managing sensitive passwords across thousands of devices.
Posted: September 4, 2007 | Published: August 14, 2007


Topics:  Access Control | Access Control Software | Data Encryption | Database Security | Identity Management | Network Security | Password Management | Password Management Software | Passwords | Security Architectures | Storage Security | Workstations

WHITE PAPER - Learn how the Dual-Core Intel Itanium 2 processor 9000 series performs in terms of flexibility, reliability, performance, and scalability for data-intensive business and technical applications.
Posted: August 20, 2007 | Published: March 21, 2006


Topics:  Applications Management | Data Center Management | Legacy Applications Software | Multi-core Processors | Performance Testing | Server Hardware | Software Migration