Reducing the use of paper in the office is an important means for cutting costs and reducing carbon footprint. In fact, according to recent third-party research conducted by Lexmark, paper is a more ... More >
A new document, posted by ITManagersToolkit.com, gives users an example of an Internet Usage Policy . This template gives companies a set of guidelines in which to take, change and ultimately, craft... More >
Lifehacker, a blog about computer hacks and software, recently published an article requesting its users to relay their stories about bad password experiences. The miserable tales came flooding in an... More >
We live in a litigious society, particularly when it comes to intellectual property, so it's no surprise that Apple is attempting to throw down the hammer on Psystar, an electronics company that has ... More >
For many workers and businesses, conducting one project at a time would be a dream. However, it's most likely not reality. This Project Summary Template , uploaded by Knowledge Network partne... More >
IT Business Edge blogger Arthur Cole asks two questions at the beginning of one of his most recent blog posts: What is the best approach when it comes to green storage and do you go with fewer larg... More >
Knowledge Network partner ITManagersToolkit.com has uploaded a couple of tools, including a Salary Planning Template . The salary planning workbook helps you plan your department's salary adjustment... More >
IT Business Edge contributor Loraine Lawson recently spoke with Ken Comée , CEO of Cast Iron Systems, about the company's expansion into virtual appliances and software-as-a-service (SaaS) integra... More >
Much like reference guides , the right kind of checklist can shave hours off of researching important information about a topic area. Two Knowledge Network checklists, in particular, uploaded by IT ... More >
Reference sheets with important tips and shortcuts can save computer users from a handful of hours thumbing through the instruction manual. CustomGuide, a provider of computer training and documents,... More >
Many IT managers are under pressure to green their data centers and help reduce their company’s carbon footprint. In practical terms, this means reducing energy consumption. This Green Data Center C... More >
Many companies have a network documentation policy. That documentation, for instance, might state which switch ports connect to which rooms and computers. It defines who will have access to that info... More >
With layoffs still occurring all over , a plan for the decision-making process behind any layoffs is a necessity for companies considering the option. This Reduction in Force Calculator , uploaded ... More >
The mobile device industry has been flooded with smartphone applications sold through app stores. And with many more of those online stores appearing , the number of applications will continue to in... More >
With high costs of software licenses and hardware, software-as-a-service, a software deployment model in which an enterprise application is delivered and managed as a service, has emerged as a viable... More >
Looking to shake down the competition? A new calculator, uploaded by Knowledge Network partner Business Tools & Templates, allows you to rate your offerings against those of up to five main compe... More >
The Telecommuting Calculator , uploaded on the Knowledge Network by IT Business Edge contributor Michael Stevens, provides a quick approximation of your savings opportunity with telecommuting. It is... More >
In this time of economic uncertainty, each of your business's clients are valued highly. Therefore, any steps that you can take to keep them happy can only make your company stronger. IT Business Edg... More >
IT Business Edge Knowledge Network contributor The Computer Guy posted a sample IT Staffing and Hours of Operation policy when the new site launched in January. The policy suggests a typical 8 a.m.... More >
Strolling through Digg this morning, I found a PC World article entitled "33% Use a Single Password for Everything" Having recently blogged about my dislike of having to change my work password eve... More >
IT Business Edge contributor Loraine Lawson recently interviewed Craig Muzilla , vice president of JBoss, Red Hat's middleware division. In that conversation, he addresses open source licensing conc... More >
Hardly a day goes by that you don’t see a headline on IT Business Edge or any other tech site about a security breach, a virus attack or some other security failure. No matter what you do, it seems l... More >
So many unknowns heading into 2009 wreaked havoc on the budgeting process for IT departments. Do I cut this initiative, lay off this person, or maintain the current server space even though I would l... More >
I mentioned an IT Business Edge interview with social media blogger and consultant Daniel Hoang in my post, Wanted: Social Networking Policies . After that interview, Hoang posted a Sample Social N... More >
IT Business Edge contributor Carl Weinschenk recently interviewed social media blogger and consultant Daniel Hoang and spoke about social networking policies, among other topics in a wide-ranging c... More >
The Knowledge Network discussion boards are heating up with several discussions, many about layoffs and telecommuting. Focusing on telecommuting, three discussions come to the forefront. The ... More >
I know it's a big deal to say you can offer the "ultimate" anything, but IT Business Edge contributor Michael Stevens comes close with his Telecommuting Calculator . This tool gives readers a quick ... More >
The Knowledge Network has provided users with three Data Center Calculators so far: one on Comatose Servers , one on Scheduled Server Power-Downs, and one on Server Virtualization . IT Business E... More >
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