Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 8/14-8/18 What to expect when implementing IoT in the enterprise The number of connected things, from smart cars to household items, is projected to reach 50.1 billion by the year 2020, growing at an overall CAGR of 23.1 percent. Connected device adoption is…
A U.S and Norwegian partnership, Kolos, is reportedly constructing the world’s largest data center. The center, also to be called Kolos, will be built in the Norwegian town of Ballangen in the Arctic Circle. The data center is estimated to measure 600,000 square feet, and draw on a record-breaking 1000 megawatts for power. The firm…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 7/10-7/14 Two ways to protect your private network Accessing unsecure networks in public places can lead to security vulnerabilities, or in the worst case scenario, an unauthorized source gaining access to a device. When protecting smartphones, tablets and laptops, users are discouraged from…
A new report from Technavio indicates the global green data center market will experience substantial growth within the next four years. The market is reported to reach or exceed $55 million by 2021, growing at an overall CAGR of 14 percent. The market is anticipated to grow this amount as a result of the growing…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 6/19-6/23 IoT spending anticipated to grow 17 percent during 2017 IDC estimates organizations worldwide will spend up to $1.4 trillion in IoT hardware, software and services by 2021. While the firm predicts substantial growth within the next four years, IDC reports nearly 17…
Enterprises nationwide are decreasing their data center budgets. Electricity, environmental controls and equipment maintenance can lead to high operational costs. To maximize a data center’s potential, it’s important to stick to the best practices and regular maintenance to ensure equipment is functioning at its highest capability. Here are three tips for maximizing data center potential: Maximize…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 6/5-6/9 Three steps to prepare for a data center relocation Enterprise data centers are constantly evolving with new technologies and new approaches to maximize value. Whether it’s taking the plunge and committing to a cloud-computing centric data center, or just overall consolidation, data…
Enterprise data centers are constantly evolving with new technologies and new approaches to maximize value. Whether it’s taking the plunge and committing to a cloud-computing centric data center, or just overall consolidation, data center transitions are a necessary part of a successful data management scheme. A transition can be overwhelming without the right amount of…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 4/10-4/13 PC shipments see growth for first time in 5 years IDC reports PC shipments increased for the first time in five years last quarter. Global PC shipments grew 0.6 percent during Q1 of 2017. Three ways for maximizing data center operational efficiency…
Data centers are one of the most expensive aspects of enterprise information technology. Sophisticated equipment, electricity needs, environmental controls and security measures lead to increasingly high operational costs. To maximize a data center’s potential, it’s important to stick to the best practices and regular maintenance to make sure your devices are functioning at their highest…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 1/16-1/20 PC shipments continue to decline PC shipments continued a four-year decline last year. Gartner reports 72.6 million units shipped during Q4 2016, a 3.7 percent fall from Q4 2015. Stanford researchers design battery including fire extinguisher Combustible batteries are one of the…
With the new year beginning, enterprise IT professionals are looking for new ways to maximize efficiency and cut down on costs. Whether it’s taking the plunge and committing to a cloud-computing centric data center, or just overall consolidation, data center transitions are a necessary part of a successful data management scheme. A transition can be…
This morning, USA Today’s Tech section published an article detailing five ways the tech industry has changed since 2008. The five changes they listed included smartphones, social media, transportation, dating and streaming. Within the past eight years, tech has become more efficient and convenient. People now rely on their smartphones, tablets and laptop computers to…
Here is a recap of the HOBI blog for the week of 10/8-10/13 Three tips for increasing enterprise data center cost efficiency Enterprises nationwide are decreasing their data center budgets. Electricity, environmental controls and equipment maintenance can lead to high operational costs. To maximize a data center’s potential, it’s important to stick to the best…