EGUIDE - The idea of using a managed security services provider (MSSP) to stretch your security dollar may sound appealing. MSSPs bring enterprise-class security into the midmarket price range. However, there are several important security issues to consider before diving in head first. Read this E-Guide to learn more about these security issues.
Posted: November 2, 2009 | Published: October 30, 2009


Topics:  Managed Security Services | Managed Security Services Providers | Outsourcing | Secure Content Management Services | Security | Security Management

EGUIDE - In this E-Guide, independent security expert Shon Harris reviews SLAs, their purpose, and recommended requirements. Also included is a 14 point checklist which outlines core items that must be understood, communicated and agreed upon before signing a contract with any MSSP. Read on to learn more about writing a solid SLA.
Posted: November 2, 2009 | Published: October 30, 2009


Topics:  Managed Security Services | Outsourcing | Security | Security Management | SLA | SLA Management Services

WHITE PAPER - There are compelling reasons to virtualize computing infrastructure. Hardware resources can be more efficiently utilized to consolidate devices, boost business continuity, and serve high-priority applications and users. This paper explains the potential benefits and key decisions associated with virtualization projects and how to get started.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: October 28, 2009


Topics:  Network Design | Network Infrastructure | Network Management | Network Performance | Server Virtualization | Storage Virtualization

WHITE PAPER - Many organizations have implemented mobility in a tactical and piecemeal manner, not realizing the gains possible from adopting a more strategic approach. This paper explains how to conduct a mobility audit, review your business activities, and develop an effective mobility implementation plan.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: October 28, 2009


Topics:  Mobile Device Management | Mobile Workers | Wireless Computing | Wireless Infrastructure | Wireless Networks | Wireless Telephony Systems

WHITE PAPER - Virtualization offers the opportunity for a more hands off approach to security. It eliminates the need for local hardware, as well as the time required for security administration. It frees users from worrying about arcane technical details, and eliminates the need for constant attention. Read on to learn more about the benefits of virtualization.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: October 28, 2009


Topics:  Network Management | Network Security | Network Security Software | Security | Server Virtualization | Virtualization Security

WHITE PAPER - Many organizations are looking into virtualization as a means of decreasing capital expenses and launching energy conservation initiatives. This paper explains why one must consider how business processes, administrative rights, capacity planning, performance monitoring, and security strategies will need to change before jumping into a deployment.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: October 28, 2009


Topics:  Network Capacity | Network Management | Network Performance | Network Security | Server Virtualization | Storage Virtualization

WHITE PAPER - Enterprises can realize value from their UC programs by following some basic practices, such as allowing for sufficient up-front planning, finding the right champion, and establishing cross-functional teams to manage program implementation. This article provides basic guidelines for implementing a successful UC program. Read on to learn more.
Posted: October 28, 2009 | Published: October 28, 2009


Topics:  Digital Telephony | Telecom Spending | Telecommunications Services | Unified Messaging | Unified Messaging Systems | VoIP

WHITE PAPER - Delivering high-demand content to a large number of end-users that are spread out geographically can be a difficult task. Long distances between content and users can cause latency, jitter, and reductions in audio/video quality. Read this paper to find out if a cache-based content delivery network is appropriate for your network.
Posted: October 19, 2009 | Published: October 19, 2009


Topics:  Content Delivery | Content Management | Content Networking | Content Providers | Video-on-Demand | Videoconferences | WAN

WHITE PAPER - Many companies are considering Oracle R12 to help them thrive in the global business environment. But upgrading can affect the organization as a whole as well as processes and underlying technologies. To help you avoid costs and delays and take full advantage of the software, AT&T experts outline key steps for assessing your upgrade readiness.
Posted: October 19, 2009 | Published: October 19, 2009


Topics:  Database Administration | Database Management | Database Management Software | Database Performance Management | Database Server Software | Oracle (Product) | Software Upgrades

WHITE PAPER - SAP ERP applications can help you increase productivity, reduce costs, and gain strategic advantage. However, they touch every business process across your company and the risk for problems with implementation, management, and upgrades can be high. This paper identifies the most common SAP pitfalls and explains the best ways to resolve them.
Posted: October 19, 2009 | Published: October 19, 2009


Topics:  Business Intelligence Software | Business Management | Enterprise Asset Management Software | Enterprise Resource Management | ERP | ERP Software

PRESENTATION - Videoconferencing, training, surveillance, and executive communications are leading use cases for enterprise video. In this webcast, IDC Analyst Melissa Webster discusses the "operationalization" of video in organizations and AT&T's Ethan Fox explains how to manage its distribution across the corporate network.
Posted: October 19, 2009 | Published: October 27, 2009


Topics:  Business Communications | Enterprise Content Management | Telecom Spending | Telecommuting | Video Chat Software | Video Telephones | Videoconferences

WHITE PAPER - To deliver high-demand content to a widely dispersed pool of internet users, a cache-based Content Delivery Network is the way to go. This type of CDN stores duplicates content near user access points, reducing distance-imposed latency and improving video and audio quality. This paper weighs the pros and cons of using a network-based CDN provider.
Posted: October 19, 2009 | Published: October 19, 2009


Topics:  Cache | Content Delivery | Content Management | Content Networking | Intelligent Networks | Streaming Media Services

WHITE PAPER - Increasingly WAN-centric enterprises make mobile equipment and services more important for business continuity. To determine the role wireless should play in an organization's business continuity plan, IT should consider a mix of factors including type of business, physical locations and applications. Read on to learn more.
Posted: October 19, 2009 | Published: October 19, 2009


Topics:  Business Continuity Planning | Disaster Recovery | Mobile Device Management | Mobile Workers | Wireless Computing | Wireless Hardware | Wireless Infrastructure | Wireless Networks | Wireless WAN