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Posted on Thursday April 14, 2016 | virtualization, virtual machines, tape backups, servers, disaster recovery, critical data
When most business owners think of Virtualization, they likely don't think of Disaster Recovery. The truth is, though, that Virtualization is a multi-faceted IT solution that can provide an effective backup in case your business is hit by a disaster. So for those who are new to the idea of Virtualization as a Disaster Recovery solution, here's a breakdown.
Posted on Thursday March 31, 2016 | workloads, virtualization, security, risks, patches, management, infrastructure, audit
When it comes to security, topics like the cloud and networks get wide coverage on Internet blogs and forums. However, other types of technology fly completely under the radar. Virtualization just so happens to fall into this category. And just because people aren't talking about it doesn't mean virtualized machines and infrastructure should be left unsecured. If you don't have the right defense in place, you're leaving your business vulnerable to hackers and cyber threats. Here are some of the major risks of insufficient virtualization security and a few methods to prevent them.
Posted on Friday March 18, 2016 | virtualization, virtual machines, software, server backup, hardware, disaster recovery
Whether it's to backup your servers, upgrade your hardware or move towards a full-blown cloud based system, virtualization has become a popular solution for many companies. While the term virtualization has increasingly become a cost-effective strategy for many businesses, is it the right one for you? Here are some advantages to deploying a virtual system to your company plus some factors you should consider before making the final decision.
Posted on Friday February 26, 2016 | virtualization, system, software, smb, small, recovery, medium, disaster, desktop, cutting, cost, businesses
For the past year Strem Chemicals, a Massachusetts-based company which manufactures and markets specialty chemicals, has utilized virtualization. This process has seen them improve in several areas such as cost reduction and even disaster recovery. This is one of thousands of companies that has saved a substantial amount of money since incorporating virtualization into their business model. With that in mind, here are couple of ways SMB's like yours can use virtualization to enhance cost benefits beyond the bottom line.
Posted on Friday February 05, 2016 | virtualization, uninterrupted power supply, unified communications, social media, servers, generator, business data, business continuity planning, bcp
Whether your business is hit with a brief power outage or an extreme weather disaster, any kind of interruption to your organization's productivity can cut into your profits. That's why it is important to have a business continuity plan and utilize BC tools to ensure your organization can stay in operation at all times. Here are some of the key strategies many companies rely on to keep their doors open.
Posted on Friday January 29, 2016 | virtualization, virtual desktop, types of virtualization, technology, storage, network, hardware, application
Virtualization has become the cornerstone for almost all businesses today - and for good reason. It is basically a process of creating a virtual version of a physical IT device. This, in turn, enables businesses to utilize their resources more effectively, while also reducing costs that come with managing and maintaining their infrastructure. Virtualization can be done in many different ways. In this article, we'll give you an overview of what can be virtualized, and how it can benefit your business.