Data center transitions are a common occurrence in enterprise IT functions. Whether it’s a switch to a larger space, downsizing or colocation, enterprise data center needs are constantly changing. Most companies’ first instinct is to downsize or choose new servers that seem to yield more memory or speed, but a transition to cloud computing could…
Microsoft announced, last week, plans to lay off as many as 1,850 staff members in an effort to “streamline” business. This will result in a $950 million charge, including $200 million in severance payments. This news follows the announcement that the tech giant is selling its feature phone business for $350 million. Both of these…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of May 23-27, 2016. Google plans to eliminate passwords by the end of the year A new project sponsored by Google plans to eliminate passwords, and begin credential verification by sensors. Three checkpoints for enterprises choosing an IT asset manager When choosing an IT…
Google will begin planning the inaugural version of Project Abacus, a movement to get rid of all passwords, next month. Developers will test the new tools on banking apps, and plan to have the new developments available to all Android developers by the end of 2016. Google’s Advanced Technology and Projects (ATAP) division began Abacus…
Pairing with an IT asset management provider cuts down on the stress of data security, data management, device repairs and end-of-life services. While these are all important functions of a successful enterprise-ITAM provider partnership, the most imperative function of IT asset management may be looked over: compliance. Pairing with a non-compliant service provider can result…
Enterprise data centers process and store massive amounts of critical information. Data center technology is rapidly advancing, but there still remains room for error, and room for outages. Even a short outage can result in the loss of thousands of dollars and compromise hundreds of files. How do enterprises avoid costly outages? The problem The…