As the economy pulls out of its current slump, Gartner predicts that major data center operational costs such as power, cooling and space will once again increase. So now, as IT Business Edge contrib... More >
An astonishing 87 percent of all messages are spam, according to the latest State of Spam Monthly Report by Symantec. And, unfortunately, spam is becoming much harder to block and track. But t... More >
The work week may be shortened because of the Thanksgiving holiday, but we've still got some Knowledge Network goodies for you. Here are the Knowledge Network tools and documents uploaded the week of... More >
Why do companies use social media? To drive sales, of course. That's what drives most parts of a business. But do increased sales follow engagement ? That's the question IT Business Edge editor Ann ... More >
Though it might seem like common sense to some, it's important for businesses to create solid job descriptions when setting out to hire a new employee. Failure to do so can result in a less-than-stel... More >
One of the more popular tools on the Knowledge Network is the Master Project Management Checklist Template, provided by project management specialist Michael Taylor . This template helps you maneuve... More >
More companies are investing in managed network services as budgets grow tighter. And as businesses embrace this trend, service level agreements are the primary way businesses can ensure they get t... More >
IT Business Edge contributor Sue Marquette Poremba says concerns about the H1N1 virus might keep some brick-and-mortar store shoppers away this Black Friday. While disconcerting to those retailers,... More >
Bill Simmons, a popular ESPN personality and author of the New York Times bestseller " The Book of Basketball," was suspended by ESPN for violating the company's social-networking guidelines. Simmo... More >
The following is a list of documents, tools and resources uploaded to the Knowledge Network during the week of Nov. 16 - 20. "Practical Virtualization Solutions" Excerpt This book is a complet... More >
Even though IT departments are less comfortable with change management , they are aware of the need for it, says Erik Van Slyke, a founding partner of Solleva Group, which helps organizations plan f... More >
Just the other day, IT Business Edge contributor Rob Enderle gave readers a few book ideas for aspiring or current CEOs . Knowing that books are a popular gift, I've decided to bring back the Knowl... More >
There is an increasing number of large and successful companies that are embracing Twitter and attracting thousands of followers in return. But what are they really saying to those fans? Not much, ... More >
According to a report by Network Box, October’s threat stats reveal that the level of malware originating from the traditional top 10 countries is decreasing. Unfortunately, rather than an overall de... More >
IT Business Edge editor Ann All, in a recent blog post, asks the important question, " how many lost jobs will come back ?" As a result of the economic downturn, IT companies have laid off hundreds o... More >
IT Business Edge contributor Rob Enderle seems to be in the holiday spirit already as his latest blog post delves into gift suggestions for aspiring CEOs . His three recomendations are as follows: &... More >
The 9000 Store recently uploaded a ISO 9000 Implementation Tips and Techniques document to the Knowledge Network. This document gives readers tips and techniques for implementing ISO 9000, but it a... More >
Business Process Management is known for delivering considerable competitive advantage in terms of cost, agility and efficiency. And with the advent of Business Rule Management System (BRMS), which c... More >
In addition to keeping in touch with friends, it turns out that Facebook can possibly get you out of jail. Teenager Rodney Bradford was charged with robbery in the first degree and sent to Rikers Isl... More >
The following Knowledge Network documents and tools were posted during the week of November 9 - 13. Friends With Benefits Excerpt This excerpt is filled with tricks, tips, and real-world case ... More >
The net neutrality debate centers around the level at which a telecommunications carrier should be allowed to control the delivery of content on its network. And the net neutrality debate is only ge... More >
Here are a few great Knowledge Network tools you might have missed the first time around. Make sure to take this opportunity to give them a try. Personnel Performance Appraisal Template The pu... More >
Whereas SaaS has experienced significant growth , the growth of ERP software delivered as a service is relatively flat, Gartner says. Gartner Research Director Sharon Mertz says the SaaS model doe... More >
More definitions documents have been uploaded to the Knowledge Network and many more are on the way. Some of the recent ones include entries on Net Neutrality and Firewall Internet Security . &nbs... More >
IT Business Edge contributor Michael Stevens recently examined the complex field of unified communications and came up with a checklist that covers the high-level areas of concern you should explor... More >
IT Business Edge blogger Ann All says that despite a bad economy, software-as-a-service has done extremely well and is poised for strong growth. Gartner has reported that worldwide SaaS revenue is ... More >
In the past year, many companies across dozens of industries have laid off employees. But at what cost? Like chemotherapy, IT Business Edge contributor Rob Enderle says layoffs do a substantial amou... More >
The following is a list of the Knowledge Network documents uploaded during the week of Nov. 2 - 6. Android Wireless Application Development Excerpt An excerpt of Android Wireless Application D... More >
ITManagerToolkits.com has uploaded a Application Development Security Policy template in the Knowledge Network, along with some of its other templates, tools and checklists. This document in particu... More >
For many small and midsize businesses, a hacked computer or password can result in the loss of lots of money and efficiency. Which is why IT Business Edge contributor Paul Mah advocates that SMBs fol... More >
According to a new survey, iPhone owners are more likely than BlackBerry owners to text someone to break off a relationship and watch porn on their device. This survey, conducted by Retrevo, also sai... More >
Particularly in this strained economy, there are a lot of risks associated with starting a new IT project. So it's important to take a hard look at these risks to see if it is feasible to move forwar... More >
Microsoft's PowerPoint can be helpful in creating a usable presentation, but if you need to use the software to collaborate with several colleagues, get ready to feel the pain, says Michael Vizard, a... More >
A recent Price Waterhouse Coopers survey of 7,200 CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, CISOs, CSOs and other IT executives revealed that 85 percent of the respondents had a security executive position . To put that in... More >
Protecting your company's hardware and software is a must if you hope to run your business without a hitch. This Network Security Policy Template , provided by ITManagerToolkit.com, provides compani... More >
As I mentioned last week, the Motorola Droid smartphone is a promising new entry into that market . Perhaps, even more promising, is the Android apps market. With the Droid launching soon, most an... More >
While much of the world is championing Windows 7 , there are still some that say you might not want to make the jump just yet. This comes largely in part due to some issues that have occurred when p... More >
Four Steps to Cure Your Patch Management HeadacheRead this white paper to learn how using patch and vulnerability management as the principal component of your risk mitigation strategy and taking a best-practices approach can help reduce costs and risks in the long term.
Pen-based Computing in Higher EducationThis video takes a look at the impact pen-based computing with tablet PCs is having on higher education and why IT professionals in higher education should introduce this technology to key decision makers.
Products, management tools, and industry insights that enhance the value of virtualization for your business.
Applications that mid-sized businesses can use to improve operational efficiency, accelerate growth, and maintain profitability.
Comprehensive storage solutions for better data access and retrieval, leading to better-informed business decisions.
Data management tips and techniques that insure ease of access, comprehensive security and absolute privacy for your invaluable company information.
