Outsourcing Reports

EBOOK: Hosting Exchange Server off-site may appeal to businesses getting comfortable with the idea of cloud computing and its various advantages, but is it really a good idea?

Posted: 11 Nov 2011 | Published: 11 Nov 2011

EBOOK: TechTarget’s Security Media Group presents a global look at PCI, and how it is impacted by today’s evolving business needs. Our technical editors from the U.S., Europe, India and Asia provide their respective regions’ perspective on PCI compliance.

Posted: 14 Oct 2011 | Published: 10 Oct 2011

WEBCAST: This webcast is designed to help companies design and execute a successful cloud deployment plan. Obtain cloud survey results from your peers and discover key questions to consider as you get started.

Posted: 12 Jan 2012 | Premiered: Jan 12, 2012

EGUIDE: In this FAQ guide, ESG senior analyst David Chapa gives his tips for what to look for in IT disaster recovery services.

Posted: 23 Dec 2011 | Published: 22 Dec 2011

EZINE: In this week's issue of Computer Weekly, we look at the key technologies that retailers are turning to for IT-enabling customers' Christmas shopping. We examine research revealing the huge cost of application software that fails to meet requirements; and we talk to one of the pioneers of agile software development. Download the new issue now.

Posted: 19 Dec 2011 | Published: 20 Dec 2011

EZINE: In this week's special issue of Computer Weekly, we reveal the UKtech50 - our list of the 50 most influential people in UK IT. This year's winner is Mike Lynch, CEO of Autonomy, who talks in an exclusive interview about his hopes for the UK technology industry, and life at HP since the company's 7bn GBP acquisition. Download the new issue now.

Posted: 12 Dec 2011 | Published: 09 Dec 2011

EZINE: In this week's Computer Weekly, we examine the economic benefits of plans to release more government data for wider re-use by software developers. We announce the winners of our Social Media Awards, and hear what the IT industry thinks of the new UK cyber security strategy. Download the new issue now.

Posted: 02 Dec 2011 | Published: 02 Dec 2011

WHITE PAPER: In this ever-changing world of software development, it's critical to keep up with technologies, methodologies and trends. In this paper, find five tested and proven software development practices your team should be utilizing to accelerate software delivery.

Posted: 11 Nov 2011 | Published: 08 Nov 2011

WHITE PAPER: The switch to cloud computing is not as simple as it seems and must be handled carefully in order to minimize disruptions to normal business processes. Access this exclusive resource to learn how to engineer a smooth transition to the cloud and integrate with traditional IT systems.

Posted: 07 Nov 2011 | Published: 04 Nov 2011

WHITE PAPER: To reap the full benefits of application outsourcing and cloud computing, organizations have to manage their application portfolio more effectively and designate which applications can be moved to the cloud. Access this exclusive resource to learn how moving your applications to the cloud can generate significant savings for your company.

Posted: 07 Nov 2011 | Published: 04 Nov 2011

WHITE PAPER: In this white paper, discover the benefits of off-shoring and the challenges that stand in the way of a successful outsourced project.

Posted: 01 Nov 2011 | Published: 31 Oct 2011

EGUIDE: Consistently declining budgets have made developing an outsourcing strategy anything but simple. This e-guide provides answers to common questions about outsourcing solutions to ensure you’re getting your outsourcing strategy right. Uncover risk indicators, common mistakes to avoid and the reasons why outsourcing benefits go beyond price.

Posted: 25 Oct 2011 | Published: 25 Oct 2011

EGUIDE: This expert resource explains the differences between two methods of data center outsourcing management (IaaS and DCaaS). Discover which makes sense for your business, and learn about the pros and cons of collocation, including ensured uptime and increased security.

Posted: 01 Oct 2011 | Published: 01 Oct 2011

WHITE PAPER: More and more companies are showing interest in data center outsourcing, but there are a variety of providers to choose from. This white paper compares the outsourcing capabilities and infrastructure utility services of 17 vendors. Find out which providers were considered the challengers, leaders, niche players, and visionaries.

Posted: 02 Sep 2011 | Published: 01 Jul 2011

WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper examines the differences between the options and show you how Cisco Unified Communications and Collaboration solutions give you the flexibility to determine the best option for your business.

Posted: 27 Jul 2011 | Published: 27 Jul 2011

WHITE PAPER: Third party maintenance companies offer cost effective maintenance and support agreements that save as much as 40% in ongoing maintenance costs while keeping service levels agreements (SLA's) the same, if not improving them. Read this comprehensive white paper to see if third party maintenance might be right for your organization.

Posted: 07 Jul 2011 | Published: 07 Jul 2011

EGUIDE: Access this expert e-guide to discover the differences between IaaS and Data Center as a Service. Plus gain insight into how to negotiate the best contract to meet your needs and budget.

Posted: 31 May 2011 | Published: 31 May 2011

WHITE PAPER: It's important for organizations to reevaluate their network management approach every so often. This paper discusses a new option for you to consider as it introduces outsourced network management and uncovers the many benefits it provides.  

Posted: 20 May 2011 | Published: 19 May 2011

EGUIDE: To help you build the best backup plan for the new year, read this special report by featured writer Carol Sliwa on the hottest backup trends. Learn about what's new in backup software, backup hardware and backup outsourcing.

Posted: 16 Mar 2011 | Published: 16 Mar 2011

ANALYST REPORT: This report presents a spreadsheet cost model to help you calculate your fully loaded on-premise email costs and compare it against cloud-based alternatives. Bottom line: Cloud-based email makes sense for companies or divisions as large as 15,000 users.

Posted: 19 Jan 2011 | Published: 19 Jan 2011

EBOOK: Access this e-book and learn outsourcing contract danger signs, how to tell if changing vendors is worth the risk, the importance of encouraging innovation and flexibility from providers, and more!

Posted: 01 Nov 2010 | Published: 01 Nov 2010

ANALYST REPORT: This report presents a spreadsheet cost model to help you calculate your fully loaded on-premise email costs and compare it against cloud-based alternatives. Bottom line: Cloud-based email makes sense for companies or divisions as large as 15,000 users.

Posted: 05 Aug 2010 | Published: 05 Jan 2009

EBOOK: In this e-book, experts share their advice on the things that can make or break a project. Readers will discover what the current market for managed hosting is like, what to include in an SLA, and the key considerations when selecting a hosted provider. Read this e-book to find out why SAP Hosting makes sense for your organization.

Posted: 28 Apr 2010 | Published: 28 Apr 2010

CASE STUDY: Read this paper to learn how when Apex CoVantage needed a more sophisticated OCR solution they turned to the ABBYY FineReader Engine and started seeing the benefits almost immediately and continue to experiencing them every day.

Posted: 13 Apr 2010 | Published: 13 Apr 2010

EZINE: This month’s cover story focuses on the security threats that mobile devices and portable storage introduce. Other articles expound on topics like fraud prevention, security planning, and code outsourcing. Read on to learn about these important subjects and more.

Posted: 07 Apr 2010 | Published: 07 Apr 2010