Eighteen months ago we wrote a blog in anticipation of IBM PureSystems and how this line of networking solutions would drive innovation, and it has! Launched in April 2012, IBM has shipped more than 2,300 Systems in 70+ countries through Q4 2012, which has received tremendous feedback from its clients and has received multiple design awards […]
High Availability & Disaster Recovery Options for IBM Power Systems
In a world where most businesses rely on their computer systems to run their operations, downtime can be extremely costly. System failures can not only negatively impact the bottom line, but they can also affect essential parts of the business, such as customer service. […]
Avoid The Hidden Cost Of Outsourcing
Most IT professionals have been in the situation where they have purchased a product or service at a specific price point and then during the implementation phase or even during on-going maintenance the costs continue to creep up. […]
ABC Services and Progressive Technology Group Merge
Melville, N.Y. – April 10, 2013 – ABC Services, Inc. (ABC), a leading cloud-based solutions provider specializing in server and network solutions for IBM Power and other industry-leading platforms, has announced that it has merged with long-time partner, Progressive Technology Group, Inc. (PTG), an IBM Advanced Business Partner offering hardware, software and services. Both companies […]
Learn The Benefits of VMware
According to VMware, virtualization addresses IT’s most pressing challenge: the infrastructure sprawl that compels IT departments to channel 70% of their budget into maintenance, leaving scant resources for business-building innovation. The company describes virtualization as enabling several operating systems and applications to run on one physical server or “host”. Each self-contained “virtual machine” is isolated […]
What To Focus On When Choosing An Infrastructure As A Service Provider
In an earlier blog we focused on the criteria for selecting a Managed Services Provider. Today, we will discuss what to look for when choosing an Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) provider. […]
How Do We Move To The Cloud?
he “Cloud” is a different way of thinking than what the business community has experienced in the IT world over the past several decades. Because it is such a different approach, there are organizations that are slower to adopt it for a variety of reasons. In past blog posts we have discussed the benefits of […]
Confusion Over SSD Or HDD Usage Clarified
Recently, on March 16th, StorageServers blog posted an article on the “Confusion over SSD or HDD usage clarified.” It tackles the differences of various storage media and the challenges of selecting the right drives. The article hits on important areas, such as: performance, reliability, cost, speed, types of workloads, video streaming, and more. Below is […]
How Has The Cloud Era Transformed Business?
In previous posts we have discussed the benefits of cloud computing. Today, we’ll take it one step further by highlighting the areas where cloud computing is transforming businesses of all sizes and shapes […]
Understanding Cloud: Tips On Selecting A Managed Services Provider
More and more organizations are realizing the value of outsourcing various IT services to managed services providers (MSPs). The benefits alone listed in our last blog post, demonstrate multiple reasons to leverage the services of these expert providers. The next question is how does an organization know what MSP is right for them? […]