Platforms are hardware and/or software architectures. The term originally dealt with only hardware, and it is still used to refer to a CPU model or computer family. For example, the x86 PC is the world's largest hardware platform. Very often, the term refers to an operating system, and the hardware is implied.
Platforms
SAP Data Migration Using Business Objects Information Management Software
published by SAP on Aug 21, 2009
Authored by Bloor Research, this paper is about using information management software from SAP BusinessObjects for SAP data migration projects, either for upgrades from one version of SAP to a newer one, or from other environments to SAP.
Achieving Rapid Data Recovery for IBM AIX Environments
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
Planning for recovery is a requirement in businesses of all sizes. In implementing an operational plan that ensures that both data and applications can be recovered, IT personnel are generally confronted with several challenges. Do you have a plan that meets your recovery requirements to your satisfaction? Read this paper to learn more about the ideal plan for IBM AIX Environments, and whether your plan is complete.
Data Recovery for IBM AIX Environments
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
For AIX IT departments looking to take the next step in data protection strategies, CDP is an essential consideration. Analysts agree that businesses will be incorporating this strategy in the next few years as part of an integrated solution. CDP enables you to reverse data corruption in a fraction of the time and labor required for recovery from tape.
The Essential Guide to Disaster Recovery in i5/OS (AS/400) and AIX Environments
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
This white paper provides a basic understanding of the building blocks of IT and business continuity—from understanding the concepts of disaster recovery and information availability to calculating the business impact of downtime and selecting the right software solution.
The Benefits of Continuous Data Protection (CDP) for IBM i5/OS and AIX Environments
published by Vision Solutions on Aug 21, 2009
Downtime and data loss pose intolerable risks to every business today. From IT departments to the Board Room, managers have seen the importance of business uptime and data protection to continued success, productivity and profitability.
In search of clarity: Unravelling the complexities of executive decision-making.
published by SAP Inc. on Aug 21, 2009
Decision-making is at the core of all business activity, as executives set strategy and manage operations by weighing a vast array of factors to arrive at the desired balance of risk and reward. The enormous growth of companies' size and operations in recent years-particularly across borders-is making this process increasingly complex. It is cause for alarm, then, that executives themselves perceive the quality of decision-making at their companies as mixed at best.
Assess Your Enterprise Agility (Forrester).
published by SAP Inc. on Aug 21, 2009
Find out how to assess your small or midsize business and IT systems to make sure you have access to the right information at the right time, allowing you to make better, faster decisions.
Best Practices of the Best-Run Sales Organizations.
published by SAP Inc. on Aug 21, 2009
Learn from today's sales leaders who have benefited from building a sales strategy based on a position of deep customer knowledge.
Data Quality: A Survival Guide to Marketing.
published by SAP Inc. on Aug 21, 2009
In this paper, Frank Dravis, Six Factors Consulting, discusses how even with the finest marketing organizations, the success of marketing ultimately comes down to the data.
CRM Without Compromise: A Strategy for Profitable Growth.
published by SAP Inc. on Aug 21, 2009
CRM is a business strategy that helps organizations cope with three of today´s most urgent business imperatives generating new growth, attaining operational excellence and enhancing competitive agility.
Winning the War for Talent in the High-Tech Industry.
published by SAP Inc. on Aug 21, 2009
High-tech companies face a range of complex business challenges due to global expansion, shifting demographics, and continuous competitive pressures. Read why the high-tech HR organization finds itself at the forefront of many of these challenges, and what they must do to rise above them.
Magic Quadrant for Job Scheduling
published by BMC Control M on Jul 16, 2009
Gartner has positioned BMC CONTROL-M in the Leaders Quadrant of their "2009 Magic Quadrant for Job Scheduling." The report assesses the ability to execute and completeness of vision of key vendors in the marketplace. Read a full copy today, courtesy of BMC Software.
Dedupe-Centric Storage for General Applications
published by Data Domain on Jun 29, 2009
This paper demonstrates how storage systems can be built with a deduplication engine powerful enough to become a platform that general applications can leverage.
Managing Risk Through Financial Processes: Embedding Governance, Risk, and Compliance
published by SAP on Jun 24, 2009
Explore the performance benefits of an embedded and holistic approach to GRC.
The Financial Close Optimizing Performance and Driving Financial Excellence
published by SAP on Jun 23, 2009
Learn why the requirement to close books quickly and with quality is emerging again as an important project for today's global finance function.
Data Quality: A Survival Guide to Marketing
published by SAP on Jun 23, 2009
In this paper, Frank Dravis, Six Factors Consulting, discusses how even with the finest marketing organizations, the success of marketing ultimately comes down to the data.
Developing A Universal Approach to Cleansing Customer and Product Data
published by SAP on Jun 23, 2009
Take a look at this review of current industry problems concerning data quality, and learn more about how companies are addressing quality problems with customer, product, and other types of corporate data. Read about products and use cases from SAP to see how vendors are supporting data cleansing.
Beyond Boundaries: A New Role in Finance in Driving Business Collaboration
published by SAP on Jun 23, 2009
Learn about the findings from CFO Research Services who discovered shifts in traditional sourcing and procurement practices in the global economy.
Increasing Business Agility: An Integrated Approach to Governance, Risk, and Compliance Management
published by SAP on Jun 23, 2009
This SAP Executive Insight focuses on helping executives determine: What are the consequences of today’s typical GRC approaches? Where do their organizations stand from a GRC maturity perspective? How can they lay the foundation for an effective GRC strategy?
Managing Risk in Perilous Times- Practical Steps to Accelerate Recovery
published by SAP on Jun 23, 2009
The Economist Intelligence Unit examines the lessons learned from the current financial crisis, and proposes ten practical lessons that could help to address perceived weaknesses in risk identification, assessment and management.
Reaping the Benefits of Next Generation Dashboards
published by SAP on Jun 22, 2009
Traditional BI solutions face many obstacles and limitations. However, the need for timely and succinct business intelligence (BI) continues to grow.
The Renewed Finance Function: Extending Performance Management Beyond Finance
published by SAP on Jun 22, 2009
Learn how the role of the finance team has changed in recent years due to increased oversight from regulators, more active investors, and company-specific changes in business operations.
IBM Lotus Notes and Lotus Domino Deliver an enhanced user experience with 8.5
published by IBM on Jun 15, 2009
In this white paper, you'll see how Lotus Notes 8.5 boosts bandwidth by storing one copy of attachments, rather than allowing duplicate via threads. You'll also discover how upgrading lets you elevate collaboration and enhance efficiency with tools that empower users to take action, create and share knowledge, and collaborate with teams.
How a nonprofit mission board keeps staff in the loop with IBM Lotus software
published by IBM on Jun 15, 2009
Read this astounding case study to see how migrating to IBM Lotus software with a broadly functional messaging platform increased the efficiency and support of mobile users for the Kentucky Baptist Convention. Then you'll learn how your own business can improve communications, drive down costs and eliminate the need for additional Web software.
Unix, Linux Uptime and Reliability Increase; Patch Management Woes Plague Windows
published by IBM on Jun 02, 2009
Linux reliability has come of age. Several major Linux distributions including Novell SUSE, Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Ubuntu scored high in reliability, improved over 2006 uptime statistics and achieved near parity with Unix distributions. Security incidents plagued Windows Server 2003, which saw uptime decrease by roughly 10% during last year. Corporations must continue to adhere to best practices in configuration, management and security to ensure optimal server operating system and application reliability.
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