Tips

Tips

• SaaS ERP software can deliver ROI, compliance for the enterprise

  SaaS ERP implementations are quickly growing in large enterprises as CIOs see more ROI and compliance benefits.  Continue Reading

• Information security predictions for the coming year

  Security remains a massive moving target for midmarket CIOs in 2008. Here are 10 predictions for the coming year.  Continue Reading

• IP telephony, VoIP deployment staffing solutions for CIOs

  Deploying IP telephony in your enterprise firm? These VoIP deployment tips will help.  Continue Reading

• Agile technologies like SOA, Web 2.0 key to CIO success

  Heading into 2008, CIOs plan to focus on SOA, Web 2.0 and other agile and flexible technologies to meet the changing needs of the business.  Continue Reading

• Top five IT/Business Strategies tips of 2007

  Aligning IT's needs with those of the business can be a delicate balancing act. Check out the top five IT/Business Strategies tips of 2007 for insights on how to meet the goals of both organizations.  Continue Reading

• VoIP telephone system brings flexibility, accessibility

  VoIP systems can help midmarket executives manage telephone interactions, make salespeople more accessible, improve the customer experience -- and reduce costs, too.  Continue Reading

• A converged network is risky business for an SMB

  With the promise of a single system for voice, data and video, converged networks offer SMBs a raft of benefits -- but they also expose them to increased security threats. SMBs need to identify these threats and create a policy to address them.  Continue Reading

• VoIP savings seen in productivity and long-distance charges

  VoIP systems are helping companies see quicker ROI and more immediate costs savings.  Continue Reading

• Three important information security issues for SMBs in 2008

  The new year promises its fair share of security threats for SMBs. Joel Dubin previews the coming 12 months and the security challenges awaiting SMBs.  Continue Reading

• Wireless investments key to future success

  The day when wireless network capabilities surpass those of their wired counterparts is fast approaching, according to one industry watcher. That means the time to invest in advanced wireless technology is now.  Continue Reading

• SMB security reporting: The devil is in the details

  Though not the most exciting part of your job, security reporting is critical for SMBs. Both management and auditors need to be satisfied, so you better know what you're looking for.  Continue Reading

• Virtualization technology ready to heat up in 2008

  Virtualization may well be the hottest trend in enterprise IT in 2008. Learn which markets and technologies will benefit most from virtualization in the new year.  Continue Reading

• Blade servers cut costs, aid DR planning

  While blade servers can save companies space and money, they can also be very limiting, according to industry experts. CIOs should weigh the pros and cons before adopting blade technology.  Continue Reading

• VoIP rollout in 10 steps

  On the road to VoIP, many pitfalls await midmarket companies. Everything from unmet cost-savings expectations to phishers and spammers can derail a VoIP initiative. Here's a 10-point roadmap.  Continue Reading

• Energy efficiency within reach at SMBs

  By following these simple steps, SMBs can dramatically lower power consumption, and thus costs, in the data center. That's good for the environment and the bottom line.  Continue Reading