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Improving Communication in the Data Center

Improving Communication in the Data Center

February 9th, 2012

Data center communication is about more than just machines talking to each other correctly; it’s also about employees and management exchanging information clearly, respectfully and honestly. Here are some tips to help foster a data center environment conducive to this type of communication. Clarity of Language Promotes Clarity of Thought Speaking clearly may be a little more difficult than writing clearly (writing tends to leave more time for thought, whereas speech often leaves less), but the same g[...]

Orchestrated Operations: Five Keys to IT Success

Orchestrated Operations: Five Keys to IT Success

February 8th, 2012

IT operations is evolving in surprising ways. The obvious changes are the ones brought on by virtualization and the cloud. Five less obvious trends, however, are changing the dynamics of operations (or ops), each of which is defined and explained in this article. These trends include configurable ops, lean techniques, accelerated cadence, hybrid architectures and the consumerization of IT. No doubt, a competitive advantage is gained by those IT shops that respond most effectively to[...]

Basics of a UPS System

Basics of a UPS System

February 7th, 2012

UPS (uninterruptible power supply) systems are a critical component of your data center, whether you’re running just a couple computers or numerous servers. When selecting a UPS, you’ll have to choose among a number of options, but if you can differentiate between the various available configurations, you’ll be better able to choose the right system to meet your needs. Why a UPS? Imagine if your heart decided to quit beating for a while, of if it all of th[...]

“Business First” Thinking for IT Security

“Business First” Thinking for IT Security

February 6th, 2012

I spend much of my time as a mediator, a translator and a scout trying to find a path that will satisfy everyone. The regulators mandate that we respect customer, employee and financial data. Our business needs confidentiality and the use of data in a value-added fashion. The marketing team lives to invent compelling products and interactions. To balance these requirements, I work with IT and business teams to match the language of law with[...]

DoD Data Center Project: Beating Schedule and Budget Requirements

DoD Data Center Project: Beating Schedule and Budget Requirements

February 3rd, 2012

In support of the Department of Defense directive to consolidate data centers, a team led by BAE Systems procured, produced, installed and tested a 312-rack data center in North Charleston, South Carolina, in a remarkably short timeframe of less than six months. Typically, the construction of a comparable data center would require an approximate one-year schedule and $8 million budget. But through standardized work processes, a synchronized supply chain, visual management and just-in-time (JIT) production strategies,[...]


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Risks of Outsourcing Your Data Center

Risks of Outsourcing Your Data Center

February 8th, 2012

Outsourcing The term outsourcing generally carries the connotation of a more efficient business practice that cuts costs through division of labor. A company outsources—at least theoretically—to transfer work unrelated to its main business to contractors that specialize in those tasks. Thus, if your company manufactures widgets, you might consider outsourcing your pay..more...


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World’s Largest IPv6 Internet Backbone Announces Support of World IPv6 Launch

February 9th, 2012

Hurricane Electric’s global backbone will ensure that IPv6 traffic flows smoothly on June 6 and beyond Hurricane Electric, the world’s largest IPv6-native Internet backbone and leading colocation provider, today announced its sup..more...

Leviton Launches Patching Solution for High Density Applications

February 9th, 2012

New e2XHD Patching System allows tool-free install of fiber and copper cassettes Leviton Network Solutions, a division of Leviton Manufacturing, today announced the release of the e2XHD Patching System, a flexible,..more...

Emerson Network Power Introduces SmartDesign Approach to Optimize Data Center Infrastructure

February 7th, 2012

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson (NYSE:EMR) and a global leader in optimizing efficiency, availability and capacity of critical infrastructure, today introduced the SmartDesign infrastructure, an intelligent, integrated design..more...


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