Convergence refers to a trend where some technologies having distinct functionalities evolve to technologies that overlap, i.e. multiple products come together to form one product, with the advantages each initial component.
Convergence
Environmental Sustainability and Networking
published by HP ProCurve on Sep 24, 2009
Environmental responsibility is good business. This white paper discusses and explains green issues for networking, explains what to expect from standards development, and offers best practices suggestions for planning and implementing a network that will be aligned with environmental sustainability goals. We've reached the tipping point, where the price and performance of IT are no longer compromised by being green, but are now enhanced by it.
Fixed-Mobile Convergence-a Carrier Avenue to Profits, Growth, and Competitive Differentiation
published by HP ProCurve on Sep 24, 2009
The concept of FMC-the ability to access multimedia applications from a variety of end-user devices while roaming across a range of fixed-line and mobile networks-has broad appeal. Enterprises see FMC as a way to improve employee efficiency which may also help reduce telecom costs. Carriers look to FMC to help them survive and grow in a world where profits from providing mere connectivity and transport for voice and data are rapidly dwindling. In this white paper, discover how your company can benefit from FMC.
IDC Paper: ROI of Switched Ethernet Networking Solutions for the Midmarket
published by HP ProCurve on Sep 24, 2009
As networks become more reliable, it is important for IT managers to put into place networking equipment that not only meets their current needs but also provides the scalability to meet bandwidth and functionality demands down the line. In a study of midmarket organizations that have implemented HP ProCurve in a production environment, IDC found that HP ProCurve provides more than sufficient functionality for their current needs and the scalability to grow into the future. IDC estimated that these organizations were able to achieve a ROI of 473% and a payback period of 5.7 months
Why Your Firewall, VPN, and IEEE 802.11i Aren't Enough to Protect Your Network
published by HP ProCurve on Sep 24, 2009
The emergence of WLANs has created a new breed of security threats to enterprise networks, which cannot be mitigated by traditional firewall technologies and VPNs. Included in HP ProCurve WLAN solutions is security technology that alleviates threats from WLANs through: . Monitoring wireless activity inside and out of the enterprise . Classifying WLAN transmissions into harmful and harmless . Preventing transmissions that pose a security threat to the enterprise network . Locating participating devices for physical remediation
Webcast: Security convergence equals network security cost savings
published by IBM on Sep 11, 2009
Listen to IBM Internet Security Systems' take on network security convergence. This presentation will be available to audience members until February 22, 2010 at 09:00 AM Pacific Standard Time.
Clarity - Why Now
published by CA. on Aug 21, 2009
Increase efficiency through best practice project execution, resource optimization and comprehensive project management. IT Management and Governance systems have entered the mainstream, joining ERP, CRM, HR and e-mail as part of the standard enterprise applications landscape. Learn more today.
How Can Communication Service Providers Deliver Exceptional Support to Multi-Services Customers?
published by CA NVM on Aug 21, 2009
In today’s converging, multi-services market, leading providers must standardize processes and IT infrastructure across their multi-play offerings in order to improve profitability while reducing costs.
Managing Voice over IP for Successful Convergence
published by CA NVM on Aug 21, 2009
Voice over IP (VoIP) has much to offer in cost savings but some customers have concerns about VoIP call quality compared to the quality of traditional voice services. This white paper will help you learn how to take the right steps so that voice quality is assured. It leads you through the pre-deployment assessment and describes how quality of service should be applied to ensure your production network will meet users' expectations.
Unified Communications: Concepts and Business Applications
published by Avaya on Aug 21, 2009
Unified communications has the potential to dramatically simplify and improve enterprise communications, as well as improve business agility. By integrating various forms of communications, such as voice, video, instant messaging, conferencing, presence and voicemail, individuals can more effectively control and manage their inbound and outbound communications sessions, and enterprises further stand to benefit.
Unified Communications: Are You Ready?
published by Avaya on Aug 21, 2009
In this white paper, you’ll learn how two of the most respected industry analysts define unified communications and why organizations are considering its use to improve business operations. With vivid examples of the problems it solves and its value to users and IT, you’ll begin to understand how unified communications improves productivity and enhances business processes.
An Introduction to OS Server Virtualization and a Different Approach to Server Virtualization
published by SWsoft on Aug 21, 2009
Today's IT organizations are dealing with the consequences of exploring IT Infrastructure growth and complexity. With its growing complexity and volume, the cost of managing the infrastructure from simple patch management to skill sets requirements for IT administrators is increasing.
Data Center Consolidation Insight
published by BMC ESM on Aug 20, 2009
Can consolidating your data center yield long-term savings sufficient enough to warrant the project? There is no doubt. By right-sizing your data center, you can often recoup the project costs in months, not years.
Lifetime Products Boosts Productivity and Cuts Costs with Unified Messaging Solution
published by Microsoft Exchange on Oct 02, 2008
Lifetime Products manufactures tables, chairs, and basketball equipment for customers in more than 50 countries. Its employees in the United States and China depend on messaging technologies to stay connected to customers and the office. To improve productivity, Lifetime deployed Microsoft® Exchange Server 2007 Unified Messaging. Employees can access their e-mail, voice-mail, and fax messages in their inboxes—while at work, at home, or on the road.
The Definitive Guide to Converged Network Management
published by CA NVM on Oct 01, 2008
This eBook takes a detailed look at how to develop, implement and manage a converged network.
Best Practice Recommendations for IT and Telecom Inventory Management
published by CA SM on Jun 02, 2008
Telecom assets are a special class of IT assets that require an accurate inventory for effective financial management. Enterprises should consider the benefits of establishing a "single version of the truth" that comes from linking management of IT and telecom assets with their other systems and processes. An accurate inventory is critical for effective financial management. Managers need accurate information that supports their business decisions.
Drive More Value from Your Existing Multivendor Environment
published by IBM on Mar 11, 2008
More and more employees are working remotely or traveling around the world to meet with colleagues, customers and partners. Jobs are no longer tied to a specific physical location, and people have come to rely on devices such as mobile phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs) and laptops to stay connected and productive.
Driving Workforce Productivity with Unified Communications: The Path to Fixed/Mobile Convergence
published by Motorola Good Technology on Feb 06, 2008
Aberdeen's research shows that Unified Communications (UC) solutions have a measurable impact on the productivity of an organization's workforce. Read this report to learn how best-in-class organizations are leveraging their UC solutions as part of an integrated business-process mapping program to understand how UC solutions help the workforce most effectively impact those core business processes.
Taridium Managed VoIP Offering
published by Taridium on Aug 23, 2007
The Taridium managed VoIP offering (TMV) is a complete PBX replacement solution for small to medium enterprises. Taridium Managed VoIP combines the reliability of an on-premise open standards VoIP telephony system with the convenience of a simple monthly fee for equipment, services and support.
5 Checkpoints to Implementing IP Telephony
published by Interactive Intelligence on Aug 22, 2007
Implementation planning for IP PBX software and IP telephony has become vital as businesses replace discontinued legacy PBX phone systems. This informative whitepaper outlines five "checkpoints" for any implementation plan that will help make IP communications a successful proposition.
Your Voicemail System Is More Than 5 Years Old. Now What?
published by Interactive Intelligence on Aug 22, 2007
For many organizations, the decision process behind replacing an end-of-life voicemail system can include weighing the benefits of unified messaging, unified communications, and VoIP. This whitepaper looks at the messaging issues businesses face and the options the Communité(r) solution gives them.
Superhighway at the Crossroads: The Evolution of Internet Service Provision
published by Quocirca on Oct 01, 2008
The internet has grown rapidly from a random collection of mainly academic networks and military control and routing protocols into a global, integrated and sophisticated commercial utility. No longer simply an 'Information Superhighway', it has extended to embrace voice telephony, video and mobile communications as part of a converged network. Connection options and services have expanded, with opportunities for internet service providers (ISPs) to add value beyond simply forwarding bit and bytes.
Loud and Clear: SMBs Get the Message About Unified Mobile Communications
published by Quocirca on Jul 03, 2008
Businesses of all sizes adopt technology to make them more productive, cost effective or flexible and help them compete. Over the years the adoption of tools such as mobile phones, wireless laptops, the internet and email have all been driven by such expectations. Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) are often at the forefront as these technologies can give them a lead on their larger competitors. What starts as a useful extra tool or 'competitive edge' soon becomes the accepted norm and a search for improved quality and utility then ensues.
Straddling the Divide between IPT and IT: Implementing ITIL to Optimize Your IP Telephony Investment
published by Clarus Systems on Mar 18, 2008
The recent momentum of Unified Communications (UC) and the disruptive enabling technology of IP Telephony have created a convergence between Voice Engineering and IT departments that is unprecedented - even since the advent of computer telephony integration. However, despite rapid and significant advances within these technologies, many enterprises, even the early adopters, have not fully embraced the alignment of these two worlds.
Clarus Systems Corporate Overview
published by Clarus Systems on Mar 18, 2008
Clarus Systems, Inc. answers the demands of the market by providing enterprises, systems integrators and managed service providers with scaleable IP Communications solutions that maximize ongoing operations and ensure increased end user confidence and efficiency. Learn more about Clarus Systems and how they can help your business in this data sheet.
ClarusIPC Plus+ 2.4: Diagnose, Troubleshoot, Validate
published by Clarus Systems on Mar 18, 2008
Enterprise networks are going through massive change, and the convergence of voice and data including Communication deployments, upgrades, transformations and ongoing management remain a top priority. According industry analysts at Aberdeen Group, 61% are planning for Communications in the next two years. In order to get the most from their Unified Communications investment at the time of deployment and beyond, enterprises must leverage both active testing and configuration analysis techniques to certify and validate that environments are configured as designed.
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