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	podcasts, IT downloads and product information provided by Bitpipe</description>
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	<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:15:25 EDT</pubDate>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Why You Should Take a Holistic Approach to ITIL and Service Support]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245337939_812.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In these tough economic times, how do you address the challenge of reducing costs without diminishing your service quality?  Companies can lower costs significantly and meet the growing demand for services by taking a more holistic approach.  This paper discusses the importance of taking a unified approach to service support management and...
   Published by: BMC Software, Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Ride the Express Lane in the Journey to Speed ITIL&#174; Adoption]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245337295_639.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The journey to ITIL is challenging and requires clarity of vision and a disciplined execution to achieve that vision.  By following ITIL practices, your IT organization will become more closely integrated with the business.  BMC recommends making the journey to ITIL  in a sequence of six incremental steps, the phases of which are driven through...
   Published by: BMC Software, Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[A Three-Step Framework for Increasing ROI, Reducing Risk, and Lowering Costs by Automating IT Change Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245334859_452.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper will outline the processes and tools your organization needs to address the challenge of change chaos and evolve beyond ITIL-based change management to change automation. Read on to learn more about change management, decrease complexity, gain availability, and have a strong return on investment (ROI).
   Published by: Hewlett Packard and Intact Technology]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Understanding ITIL&#174; Service Portfolio Management: An Approach For Implementing Effective Service Lifecycle Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245259198_569.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    IT executives and their teams need a comprehensive and accurate view of IT services.  A service catalog includes all relevant details about your services, including which service level agreements (SLAs) are associated with it, who is able to request it, how much it costs, and how to fulfill it.  This paper describes the IT Infrastructure...
   Published by: BMC Software, Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Seven Requirements for Balancing Control and Agility in the Virtual Environment]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245257814_28.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Unparalleled agility is the promise of virtualization. But managing change, staying compliant, and preventing virtual sprawl are just a few of the challenges you could face before you reap the rewards. VMware joined us recently to co-author 7 must-read tips for striking the perfect balance in your virtual environment.
   Published by: BMC Software, Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[FICO Blaze Advisor&reg; 6.5]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1245174681_782.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Download this analyst report and discover how Blaze Advisor provides a high-performance runtime environment for .NET, Java, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), or legacy applications and features strong change management through its rules repository.
   Published by: FICO]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Introduction to Virtualization E-Book, Chapter 2: Optimizing Server Virtualization]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1235074523_380.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Server sprawl and underutilization problems plague many data centers, with applications being assigned to a server that rarely uses any more than 5% to 10% of its computing capacity.  This e-book explains optimizing server virtualization and server management and can help optimize a virtual server deployment.
   Published by: Hewlett Packard Company and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Becoming Proactive In Application Performance Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244666808_728.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Compuware Corporation commissioned Forrester Consulting to survey 389 global technology decision-makers actively involved in application performance management (APM) to assess the effectiveness of their processes and the technologies they employ. This paper has the results.
   Published by: Compuware Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Datacenter Best Practices]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244665581_237.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this paper, we'll examine - in datacenter operations that involve the integration of mainframe, distributed and web-based systems - how Application Performance Management influences, and is influenced by, the generally more structured tools and processes available on the mainframe.
   Published by: Compuware Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Whitelisting Your Way to NERC CIP Compliance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244647005_407.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Unauthorized software can compromise the security and stability of the country&#39;s utilities systems. Join us for this Web seminar where we will share best practices for achieving NERC CIP compliance and increased security, including understanding how to deploy proactive enforcement to stop malware and prevent unauthorized change.
   Published by: Bit9, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Application Whitelisting: What Is It and When Do You Need It?]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244648489_569.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This webinar discusses the problems being solved by application whitelisting &#45; such as Malware, unauthorized software installations and unlicensed software &#45; as well as the fundamentals of whitelisting and its solutions.
   Published by: Bit9, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Top 3 Reasons CRM Initiatives (Still) Fail &#45; And How To Avoid Them]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244603771_296.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper looks at the top three reasons that CRM initiatives fail to achieve their goals and provides clear, practical recommendations for ensuring that your CRM initiative avoids these pitfalls and delivers desired returns.
   Published by: Pivotal CRM, a CDC Software solution]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Numara Track It! &#45; Change Management Webinar]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244499018_112.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The Numara Track It! helpdesk/ asset management solution offers a fully integrated &#147;Change Management&#148; module that provides flexibility for seamless upgrades of services &#45; hardware and software. Watch this webinar to learn how this comprehensive solution tool allows anyone to manage change from any location without the cost of...
   Published by: Numara Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Visual Studio Team System: Why It's a Good Investment in Today's Challenging Economy]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244489213_696.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this video from expert Michael Vincent, learn how to stay on track with your current projects to reduce project failure.
   Published by: Microsoft]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[IBM Optim Database Administrator]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244478028_414.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Learn how IBM information management software can assist you in managing change in dynamic application and database environments.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Presentation Transcript:  Refreshing IT Infrastructure with the Xeon Processor 5500 Series]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244479296_296.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this transcript, learn what key points an organization looks at when thinking about a technology refresh.  Gain insight into the value proposition of refreshing IT infrastructure with the Xeon Processor 5500 series and how it is essential for meeting performance, reliability and flexibility requirements
   Published by: Intel Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Structured Planning Leads to Better Business Performance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244205174_590.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper contains the survey results of senior finance and IT executives and reveals companies that have adopted clearly defined, well-structured, repeatable processes for strategy setting, business planning, and decision making are more able to make well-informed and timely decisions in response to internal and external changes.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Culture Change Considerations Due to Unified Communications]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1244038746_124.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This IDC Insight provides an overview of the culture change considerations that end users should consider before adapting a UC solution.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Five CIO Challenges Addressed by Better Change Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1215708510_633.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In today&#39;s fast-paced, highly competitive world, change is inevitable. This white paper addresses five of the most important change management challenges that CIOs have to meet and how organizations can turn these challenges into a business advantage.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[IPControl &#45; Automated IP Address Management &#38; DNS/DHCP Server Configuration]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1205868664_442.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    IPControl is a next&#45;generation software system that enables service providers and enterprises to dramatically improve their IT infrastructure operational efficiency and service levels by automating IPAM and DNS/DHCP server configuration.
   Published by: BT Diamond IP]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Reduce Network Firefighting: Integrate Fault, Performance, and Configuration Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1242939564_345.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Join SolarWinds Head Geek, Josh Stephens, as he discuss best practices for combining fault, performance, and configuration management into a single, unified approach for improving the overall health and efficiency of your network.
   Published by: SolarWinds, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Business Case for WEO (Web Experience Optimization)]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1241739399_761.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This independent report from Yphise research highlights the business case for WEO (Web Experience Optimization), examining key benefits and comparing leading WEO solutions.
   Published by: FatWire Corp.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Why VirtualWisdom When You Have Other Monitoring Tools?]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1241474618_188.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper highlights the key benefits and unique features of Virtual Instruments' VirtualWisdom solution designed to identify and correct SAN infrastructure issues.
   Published by: Virtual Instruments]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Performance Tuning for Mission-Critical Database Applications]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1241210959_273.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Quest SQL Optimizer for Oracle maximizes PeopleSoft&#39;s performance by focusing on the factors responsible for database inefficiencies such as SQL statements, indexes and database changes. Learn what using Quest SQL Optimizer and Quest&#39;s methodology for optimal performance can do for your PeopleSoft applications.
   Published by: Quest Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[SearchCIO.com ebook: Unlock Outsourcing Potential and Change]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1233248255_388.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The key to unlocking outsourcing potential lies in targeting the right projects, choosing your suppliers wisely and then managing them with an eye on economic conditions at that global site. Here's a step-by-step plan for optimizing savings.
   Published by: Accenture]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Managing VMware Platform Security in the Data Center]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1241186910_12.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Server virtualization in the data center is becoming ubiquitous driven by benefits in server consolidation and management flexibility it provides. This paper describes the changes that occur in data centers with the adoption of virtual infrastructure and the resulting security challenges.
   Published by: HyTrust]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Succeeding at the Speed of Virtualization &#45; Nemertes Research]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1241188434_349.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Organizations are quickly moving to virtualization, which, in turn, offers them the opportunity to move and adapt to change much faster &#45;&#45; for the first time, even faster than the business can move.
   Published by: HyTrust]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Network and Voice Management Software from CA]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1240862782_193.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    South Field Financial experiences IT faults that create issues throughout the system. It is critical to South Field's success that its data center management teams quickly identify and repair data faults. CA's Spectrum can immediately detect the change in configuration. Please view this video for more examples of how CA benefits South Field.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Aligning Sales Territories to Enhance Sales Productivity - Improving Customer Relationships in a Tough Economy]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1240612404_259.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Even when times are good, sales force effectiveness commands management attention: after all, the success of the sales force is integral to profitable growth. But in a tough economy, retaining customers and reducing costs become paramount, and thus sales force effectiveness truly takes center stage.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Top 3 IT Moves in 2009]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1240349323_590.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This year more than ever there is pressure on IT budgets and staff to optimize existing infrastructure. Join Forrester&reg; Research and Citrix&reg; in this web seminar to hear practical advice that will help you navigate through the economic challenges of 2009.
   Published by: Citrix]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[HP sample configurations for the HP and SAP Virtualization solution]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1240342400_504.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The SAP Virtualization solution block has a number of recommended configurations. In addition to being optimized for form factor, the configurations bring out the unique features provided by the selection of HP ProLiant servers and the options they contain.
   Published by: Hewlett Packard Company and Intel]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[A Comprehensive Approach to Practicing ITIL Change Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239982804_532.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Mission-critical data processing relies in large part on the automated initiation, execution, management, integration, and recovery of batch-mode IT processing. Read about BMC Software&#39;s solution that integrates their batch process automation solution, BMC CONTROL M, with their CMDB solution, BMC Atrium.
   Published by: BMC Software, Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[ChangeAuditor for Active Directory]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239746521_900.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Microsoft Active Directory, File Systems and Exchange are part of your mission-critical infrastructure. And you need to find a way to be notified, in real-time, of critical changes to your Windows based infrastructure. ChangeAuditor is the answer.
   Published by: ScriptLogic Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[ChangeAuditor for Exchange &#45; Critical change Alert]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239391442_805.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Exchange is part of your mission-critical infrastructure. And you need to find a way to be notified, in real-time, of critical changes to your Windows based infrastructure. ChangeAuditor for Exchange is the answer.
   Published by: ScriptLogic Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Realizing Seamless Change Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1239141222_227.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper examines the importance of change management in the success of enterprise application implementations and upgrades. It also identifies the successful elements of change management as they relate to people, process, and technology.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Faster Application Development via Improved Database Change Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1238430474_176.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Embarcadero&#174; Change Manager&#153; puts the power of change tracking, schema comparison, software-generated synchronization scripts, and flexible reporting into the hands of the development team.
   Published by: Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Ensuring Personally Identifiable Information (PII) Security Within U.S. Government Agencies]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1238188727_965.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Safeguarding personally identifiable information (PII) and remaining in compliance with government regulations is a difficult challenge made easier with database tools from Embarcadero Technologies.
   Published by: Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Beyond Payment Card Industry (PCI) Checklists: Securing Cardholder Data with Tripwire's Enhanced File Integrity Monitoring]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1237386214_239.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This whitepaper examines two areas of technical controls required by the PCI DSS relevant to configuration and change, which help security practitioners prevent breaches and get out from the PCI DSS checklist false sense of security.
   Published by: Tripwire, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[MAX Version 5.0]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1237244037_960.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    MAX offers significant depth and breath of functionality for manufacturing companies that require MRP Planning, Capacity Planning, Forward and Backward Traceability, and Integrated Engineering Change Control.
   Published by: Exact Software]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Deploying XML Converters On Microsoft BizTalk Server]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1237239599_380.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This document describes how to deploy DataDirect XML Converters for .NET on Microsoft BizTalk to help control the input and output ports of BizTalk applications that need to convert data in native formats to XML.
   Published by: DataDirect Technologies]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[DataDirect XML Converters Allow Health Care Payers and Providers to Comply with X12 EDI Standards]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1237240067_509.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this product review, Benefitfocus IT professionals discuss their experiences with DataDirect XML Converters 4.0. They rate the product using several criteria and detail how the implemented the product into their IT enterprise.
   Published by: DataDirect Technologies]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Taming Data Chaos: Simplify Data Integration with DataDirect Data Integration Suite]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1237233246_843.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Data transformation and integration are key areas where specialized products can yield impressive time and cost efficiencies and The DataDirect Data Integration Suite is one of the leaders in this space. Read this paper for a detailed analysis of this product.
   Published by: DataDirect Technologies]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Seamlessly Connect Your Development Teams - Large and Small]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1236967103_641.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this whitepaper&#44; you will learn how IBM Rational&#174; Team Concert&#153; software can help teams of varying sizes&#44; often located in vastly separate locations&#44; work together to build software ranging from simple to complex.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Application Complexity Spurs Growth in Performance Validation Market]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1236183326_470.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    SOA, governance and application development are paramount to the growing application performance validation market. Read this white paper and learn how performance validation solutions evolved from application load testing to currently include enterprise load testing and application performance lifecycle management.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Forrester Wave: Requirements Management, Q2 2008]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1236183508_922.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In Forrester's 79-criteria evaluation of requirements management tools vendors, five standalone requirements management tools and four application life-cycle management (ALM) solutions that include requirements management capabilities went head-to-head.  Read this research paper to see how each one fared.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eGuide: The CIO's guide to ITIL in the Midmarket]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1236138525_702.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    With ITIL becoming more prevalent in the midmarket, important questions have arisen. What kind of training is necessary to implement ITIL? How does a midmarket company go about instituting such a framework? What is the return on investment? Find the answers to these questions and more in this guide.
   Published by: SkillSoft Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Deliver Application Integration Projects in Days]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1235430152_270.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper details the Cast Iron Integration Solution, which dramatically simplifies application integration today. As a purpose-built solution designed exclusively for application integration, it eliminates complexity from an integration problem and enables companies to implement projects in days, rather than weeks or months.
   Published by: Cast Iron Systems]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Executive Guide to CRM Architecture: Why CRM Flexibility Will Impact Your Success]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1165257383_329.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper explores the different categories of customization. It discusses the role a flexible architecture plays in being able to customize with ease, as well as flexibility and importance in deploying, upgrading, and integrating your CRM system.
   Published by: Pivotal CRM, a CDC Software solution]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2006 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Harnessing the Power of ITIL]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1235070347_341.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    ITIL is quickly becoming the global standard in IT service delivery, and for good reason - it offers IT leaders a robust, flexible, and transparent way to manage technology services and align with the business. Read this brief for advice on it's proper implementation.
   Published by: SkillSoft Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eBook: Reduce Network Operations Centers (NOC) Costs with Automation -- HP eBook]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1234890978_247.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Check out this eBook to learn how to unify fault, performance and configuration management to increase uptime, reduce costs, and reduce human error.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Automate Virtualization in Your Data Center - EMA Analyst Report]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1234888691_511.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This EMA white paper addresses the challenges of a complex multi-tier environment. It highlights specific examples of how virtualization provides measurable ROI, looks at the challenges for data center management that virtualization introduces, and most importantly, it provides specific and actionable recommendations for managing virtual systems.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eGuide: The Shortcut Guide to Virtualization and Service Automation]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1234890222_34.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In an IT ecosystem where technologies arise every day that hint towards solving business problems, virtualization is unique in its ability to rise above the hype cycle and truly ease the processing of business. Check out the third chapter of this Shortcut Guide to learn more about the benefits of virtualization.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Why BI Is Ripe - NOW! - For Businesses of Any Size: Exploring the Vast Potential of BI and EPM]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1233161814_856.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Oracle&#39;s range of offerings to mid&#45;size and emerging companies reflects its vision that BI and EPM solutions can be embraced by companies of all sizes&#44; and Building BI and EPM solutions is a process.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Organizational Readiness Challenges Companies Like Yours Face]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1232732844_177.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This SAP executive insight &#34;Organizational Readiness&#34; explains the organizational readiness challenges that companies face.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Gaining ERP Value: Structured Implementation at Industrial Good Maker Hunter Manufacturing]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1232732827_889.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Hunter Manufacturing is a good example of what a midsize company can accomplish with a disciplined approach to gaining ERP value&#44; in concert with a vendor that has the functionality&#44; technology and services to support the effort.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Implementing Device Restrictions in Vista and Server 2008]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1232732811_915.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    With Vista clients and Server 2008 systems&#44; we have a number of new Group Policy settings that allow us to exert some level of control over which devices users can install and use.
   Published by: Global Knowledge]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Sharepoint E&#45;Zine Volume 6: How to Control Workflow Behavior with Custom Lists]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1232391789_739.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Learn how to integrate change management into a document library using SharePoint&#39;s own framework.
   Published by: SearchWinIT]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Redefining the Application lifecycle: Looking beyond the Application to Align with Business Goals]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1230050454_51.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper describes the HP approach and highlights the key opportunities to reduce the risks&#44; costs&#44; and time required to develop&#44; deliver&#44; and maintain high quality applications.
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Faster ROI with Application Solution Adoption]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1229621649_332.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    The Advanced Customer Services End User Survey Diagnostic (EUSD) is a tool that helps you identify the source of adoption challenges by using direct feedback from your end users.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Lower IT Risks and Costs with Oracle Customer Services]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1229621650_972.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    As companies look for ways to drive down costs and gain a competitive edge&#44; many choose the expert Hyperion service provided by Oracle Advanced Customer Services.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eGuide: Meshing Virtual Machine and Physical Systems Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1229532501_118.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper explains&#44; how to provide adequate network redundancy and isolation&#44; adaptive automation practices for high availability and the best tools to eliminate separate virtual and physical management structures.
   Published by: Dell and Microsoft]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[eGuide: Application Lifecycle Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1229532502_331.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This E&#45;Guide discusses the benefits and drawbacks of consistency in ALM and provides an overview of the challenges associated with building and managing quality into the software development life cycle (SDLC).
   Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Q&#38;A for Determining Whether Oracle Advanced Customer Services Is Right for You]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1229019712_482.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Oracle Advanced Customer Services can be a valuable investment. Read this whitepaper to assess the level of services offered and help determine if this investment can benefit your organization.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Information Drives Operational Excellence]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1229019712_392.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Oracle Advanced Customer Services provides several different service offerings to help companies strike the right balance between performance&#44; value&#44; and cost.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[ITIL V3 and the PMBOK&#174; &#45; Distinct but Complementary]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1228934770_206.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper examines the IT Infrastructure Library Version 3&#174; (ITIL V3&#174;) and the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
   Published by: Global Knowledge]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Implementing ITIL Using the PMBOK Guide in Four Repeatable Steps]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1168018845_198.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper provides an overview of the PMBOK&#174; and the key process areas and functions within the IT Infrastructure Library.
   Published by: Global Knowledge]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2006 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Webcast: Oracle Database 11g: Real Application Testing]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1228844692_280.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    View this webcast to learn how Oracle Database 11g allows businesses to adopt new technologies quickly while minimizing risk.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Real Application Testing with Oracle Database 11g]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1228844692_884.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    To help them stay ahead of the competition, agile businesses need to quickly adopt new technologies. Real Application Testing - with Oracle Database 11g - allows businesses to quickly do this while eliminating the risks associated with change.
   Published by: Oracle Corporation]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Playing from the Same Score: Rational Clearcase&#44; Rational Clearquest&#44; and Rational Team Concert in Perfect Harmony]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1227625882_871.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Often teams that code for heterogeneous environments of scale need to collaborate with smaller&#44; more agile teams building modern applications like those for Web 2.0.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[IP Transformation and Stakeholder Engagement &#45; Managing Stakeholders during Complex Change Programs]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1226742634_470.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper examines the impact large change programs have on working relations with external parties and discusses what strategies telecom companies can employ to avoid the pitfalls associated with transformation and migration.
   Published by: Alcatel-Lucent]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[CA SPECTRUM&#174; Redefining Network Fault Management]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1225386795_524.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    CA SPECTRUM&#174; Network Fault Manager software delivers fault and configuration management across diverse&#44; multi&#45;technology networks to assure the availability of critical network services that are essential for your business applications.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Leapfrog Services]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1225386997_836.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Centralized management approach has enabled Leapfrog to standardize its core processes and automate routine tasks to develop a scalable and repeatable model for IT support.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Sharepoint E-zine Vol.3: Using SharePoint's InfoPath feature to generate forms]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1224856972_657.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This guide explains planning global enterprise SharePoint deployments&#44; creating custom global search scopes in SharePoint and top tips for harnessing Microsoft SharePoint governance.
   Published by: SearchWinIT]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[ITIL&#174; v3: What It Is and Why You Should Care]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1223725496_115.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper explains ITIL by describing its benefits&#44; where it comes from&#44; why you need to know about it&#44; which types of IT organization can benefit from using it&#44; and how to get started.
   Published by: Global Knowledge]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Agile Business Analyst]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222447199_531.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper discusses the significant impact of agile development techniques on the business analyst community. Gain insight into the skills required by analysts for effective agile development, as well as the steps for a transition to agile...
   Published by: VersionOne Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[The Business Contribution of IT: Metrics That Matter]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222277172_360.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This paper discusses how frameworks and best practices combined with the right metrics and automated controls can help in IT performance reporting-- in terms that are both relevant and meaningful to all business stakeholders.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Sallie Mae Evolves Effective Change and Service Management: Setting a Baseline]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1222277171_279.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This case study discusses Sallie Mae&#39;s assessment of initial baselines for its change management and ITIL adoption strategy and effective leverage of those baselines to help determine ROI and nurture ongoing adoption.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Developing a Master Data Management Roadmap]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1220466593_753.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    Navin Sharma discusses the vision, strategy, design and practical aspects of developing a Master Data Management Roadmap.
   Published by: Pitney Bowes Business Insight]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 09:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[End User Performance &#45; Building and Maintaining ROI]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1218031172_504.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this white paper, explore how organizations are achieving strong returns on investment on their information technologie endeavors and investments by emphasizing user performance.
   Published by: SAP America Inc]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2006 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Driving Business Success with Software Reuse]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1217439232_592.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper explains how Software Reuse and its underlying fundamentals have evolved dramatically. It also discusses the benefits of constructing critical enterprise software applications through reusable parts.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Effective Security with a Continuous Approach to ISO 27001 Compliance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1217348311_810.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    In this white paper&#44; learn how with Tripwire Enterprise&#44; organizations can quickly achieve IT configuration integrity by proactively assessing how their current configurations measure up to specifications as given in ISO 27001.
   Published by: Tripwire, Inc.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Network Change and Configuration Management: Optimize Reliability&#44; Minimize Risk and Reduce Costs]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1217348299_544.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    View this white paper and learn how Network Change and Configuration Management is helping to reshape infrastructure management toward a more strategic&#44; process&#45;aligned discipline with a range of benefits.
   Published by: CA]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2008 24:00:00 EST</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Take the Maturity of Your Systems and Software Development Process to the Next Level with ALM]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1215708508_128.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This white paper introduces the steps that organizations must take to improve their systems and software development processes, by implementing key best practices and uniting development teams with Application Lifecycle Management (ALM).
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2008 24:00:00 EDT</pubDate> </item>  <item> <title><![CDATA[Strategic QA: Steps to Effective Software Quality Assurance]]></title> <link><![CDATA[http://www.bitpipe.com/detail/RES/1215708509_111.html?asrc=RSS_BP_TERM]]></link>
		<description><![CDATA[
    This whitepaper details the challenges and solutions available for organizations wishing to improve their software development process&#44; reduce costs&#44; improve quality and increase reliability of planning.
   Published by: IBM]]></description>
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