In the old days of mainframe-driven computing, there weren’t many options available when it came to building a network. For today’s organizations, however, there are a number of choices to consider, allowing them to construct a network that meets their unique business needs. One of the most important considerations, however, is whether they want to use a … Read more
For many businesses, data is among their most valuable assets. In the same way that complex and informed decisions are made about the warehousing and distribution of products or the location of facilities or turnkey operations are mapped, determining how and where your data is stored is among the most important business decisions you’ll make. … Read more
Organizations are increasingly making the decision to migrate their IT operations to a cloud environment. Whether the move is driven by cost considerations, flexibility, or security reasons, transferring from an on-premises infrastructure to a cloud-based one can be a considerable undertaking. Not only must data be transferred, but any applications and operations currently deployed in physical servers will also … Read more
Colocation data centers provide a wide range of services and advantages to organizations looking to unburden themselves from the expense and hassle of maintaining their own private, on-premises IT infrastructure. Making the move to a data center is no small step. Aside from the initial questions of server space, rack deployment density, power availability, and cooling capabilities, organizations also need to think … Read more
Data centers are a key component of many companies’ business strategies. Managed service providers (MSPs) and cloud-based developers need the rich connectivity options that only a data center’s infrastructure can provide. But with so many data center facilities to choose from, it can be difficult to determine which ones are capable of providing superior service today, but … Read more
As we step into 2023, machine learning remains at the forefront of innovation, revolutionizing multiple industries and elevating user experiences. Several notable applications of machine learning are emerging, poised to redefine our engagement with technology and our surrounding environment. In this article, we’ll explore six of these compelling use cases, shedding light on their potential … Read more
The digital age has brought about a myriad of advancements, but with it comes the responsibility of ensuring data security and compliance. One of the most crucial standards in this realm is SSAE 18. This article delves deep into the intricacies of SSAE 18 and why it’s indispensable for your data center. The world of … Read more
With organizations becoming more reliant than ever before on data availability, a new array of terms describing different types of redundancies has entered the IT infrastructure lexicon. In many cases, these terms don’t quite mean what they sound like or create a misleading impression about what specific circumstances they actually cover. Sometimes, similar-sounding terms may … Read more
Imagine, while shopping, you view a bag of coffee beans through your phone’s camera and you see the coffee plantation where the beans were grown or watch a video of the roasting process. Imagine walking through Colonial Williamsburg and using your phone or a set of AR-enabled glasses to view what it would have looked … Read more
When disaster strikes, a good disaster recovery plan can mean the difference between preserving data availability and suffering prolonged system downtime. As safeguarding data and services becomes more critical to protecting an organization’s brand reputation, today’s companies can no longer afford to wait until things go wrong to develop a plan for restoring their essential systems and safeguarding sensitive … Read more