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DEFINITION: A best practice is a technique or methodology that, through experience and research, has proven to reliably lead to a desired result. A commitment to using the best practices in any field is a commitment to using all the knowledge and technology at one's disposal to ensure success. The term is used frequently in the fields of health care, government administration, the education system, project management,  … 
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Migrating Users from Physical Workstations to XenDesktop
sponsored by Citrix
WHITE PAPER: This document provides recommendations and best practices for moving a user’s data from their physical corporate workstations into the virtual Citrix XenDesktop environment.
Posted: 05 Oct 2009 | Published: 05 Oct 2009


How to Achieve 100% Electronic AR Invoicing
sponsored by Esker Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper illustrates that solutions exist today, both as traditional software and Software as a Service, with a proven track record of success in helping companies make the transition to 100% electronic AR invoicing.
Posted: 05 Oct 2009 | Published: 05 Oct 2009


Best Practices for Building Partnerships Between Network Providers
sponsored by Alcatel-Lucent
PODCAST: Network providers must re-examine how they can speed up innovation and time to market by working with trusted partners and developer communities. But energizing such an ecosystem takes careful planning. This podcast discusses the lessons learned in the market for working well with application developers, and best practices for network providers.
Posted: 02 Oct 2009 | Premiered: 02 Oct 2009


Extracting Value from Enterprise Log Data
sponsored by ArcSight, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper outlines the drivers for log management as well as their underlying challenges and drive towards a common set of requirements for evaluation of log management tools.
Posted: 29 Sep 2009 | Published: 29 Sep 2009


Increasing Reliability and Availability in a Virtualized SQL Server Environment
sponsored by Marathon Technologies
WHITE PAPER: As companies continue to consolidate and look for best possible uses of both existing and new computer hardware, nowhere is this more apparent than server management. This paper will provide you some best practices and key success stories that you can use in designing and implementing your own virtualized SQL environment.
Posted: 18 Sep 2009 | Published: 18 Sep 2009


The MidMarket CIO's Guide to Successful ITIL Implementation
sponsored by SkillSoft Corporation
EDITORIAL RESOURCE GUIDE: Businesses across the globe have adopted the concepts set forth in the IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL), a set of guidelines to help companies determine best practices to achieve quality service. This eGuide will answer the common questions that arise when considering implementation as well as introduce you to resources from Skillsoft on ITIL.
Posted: 15 Sep 2009 | Published: 15 Sep 2009


Sustainability Matters: Why - and how - business is widening its focus to consider the needs of stakeholders
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This white paper demonstrates how running a responsible business and high levels of performance do not have to work against each other. And it makes a case for why sustainability issues should simply be part of a company’s overall performance management practices.
Posted: 15 Sep 2009 | Published: 15 Sep 2009


Next Generation Audio Conferencing
sponsored by Citrix Online
WHITE PAPER: This Wainhouse Research application brief explores the results of a groundbreaking survey on the next generation of audio conferencing. Get acquainted with Web-controlled audio conferencing, including business benefits, real-world impact and recommended best practices.
Posted: 10 Sep 2009 | Published: 10 Sep 2009


File Virtualization FAQ Podcast with Jeff Boles
sponsored by F5 Networks, Inc.
PODCAST: In this FAQ with Jeff Boles, Jeff discusses the ins and outs of file virtualization. He tells users the benefits and drawbacks of file virtualization, which file virtualization products are on the market and how they might work in specific IT shops, as well as how file virtualization affects replication or migration of files.
Posted: 08 Sep 2009 | Premiered: 08 Sep 2009


The Role of IT Governance in PPM Success
sponsored by AtTask
WEBCAST: During this webcast, our speaker will discuss ways to ensure IT governance is instituted at the enterprise for PPM success.
Posted: 02 Sep 2009 | Premiered: 02 Sep 2009


Portfolio Resource Management
sponsored by AtTask
PODCAST: This podcast will review the steps CIOs can take to select top projects with the most value to the business, map resources and finally fill in the gaps.
Posted: 02 Sep 2009 | Premiered: 02 Sep 2009


ITSM guidance: ITIL V3 Update
sponsored by SkillSoft Corporation
VIDEO: In an exclusive interview with Sharon Taylor, you'll hear her address the negative user comments about ITIL V3, the improved potential for ROI and the new V3 certification path.
Posted: 17 Aug 2009 | Premiered: 17 Aug 2009


Best Practices in Reconciliation: A Practical Guide for Asset Managers
sponsored by Advent Software, Inc
WHITE PAPER: This whitepaper explains why automated reconciliation is quickly evolving into a competitive necessity. The costs associated with manual reconciliation, the benefits from automation, and the best reconciliation workflow model will all be discussed.
Posted: 10 Aug 2009 | Published: 10 Aug 2009


SEC Exam Survival Guide: Prepare in 12 Steps
sponsored by Advent Software, Inc
WHITE PAPER: This Securities and Exchange Commission Exam Survival Guide provides you with the actions you can take to prepare for an SEC exam so that when the call comes, there is minimal stress and disruption to your firm.
Posted: 10 Aug 2009 | Published: 10 Aug 2009


The Power of Automation: The EDS Story
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WEBCAST: It is becoming increasingly difficult for data center pros to manage their IT environments. This webcast explores best practices for automation and details the benefits you can realize from implementing the technology.
Posted: 27 Jul 2009 | Premiered: 27 Jul 2009


Analyzing the Total Cost of a Global Service Desk
sponsored by CompuCom Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Do you know what it really costs to operation your Service Desk? If your organization has not addressed Total Cost of Ownership, you are probably experiencing out-of-control cost increases and reduced service quality for end-user support. Read this white paper to learn about CompuCom's Service Desk solution.
Posted: 22 Jun 2009 | Published: 22 Jun 2009


The Operational Responsiveness of Business - a new white paper from Progress Software
sponsored by Progress Software
WHITE PAPER: Operational responsiveness is the ability of business processes and systems to respond to changing conditions and customer interactions as they occur, enabling business leaders to capitalize on opportunities, drive greater efficiencies, and reduce risk. Read this white paper to learn more.
Posted: 19 Jun 2009 | Published: 19 Jun 2009


Embracing the Cloud: Top Seven Imperatives for an Organization
sponsored by Wipro Technologies
WHITE PAPER: This paper analyzes the impact of the cloud on the IT Ecosystem and provides answers to what an organization needs to do in embracing a right cloud strategy.
Posted: 12 Jun 2009 | Published: 12 Jun 2009


InfoSupport launches new servers and storage up to 75% faster using virtualization
sponsored by Dell and Microsoft
CASE STUDY: This case study outlines how Info Support, a Dutch IT service provider, was able to launch new servers and storage up to 75% faster using virtualization. The challenge was that Info Support wanted to respond to their clients faster by creating an environment where new projects were up and running in a couple of hours.
Posted: 09 Jun 2009 | Published: 09 Jun 2009


The Agile Project Manager
sponsored by VersionOne Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper will explore the impact agile development methodologies are having on the Project Management community, what new skills are required, and what the Project Manager can do to ease the transition.
Posted: 08 Jun 2009 | Published: 08 Jun 2009


Application Server Quality: Review Your Assumptions
sponsored by JBoss, a Division of Red Hat
ANALYST REPORT: Application development professionals have better platform options to choose from than they might think. In this Forrester Research report, you'll learn about factors you should consider as application platforms evolve, four criteria that application development professionals should examine when selecting application server products, and more...
Posted: 02 Jun 2009 | Published: 02 Jun 2009


Migrating to the New Dell Management Console
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how the Dell™ Management Console Powered by Altiris™ from SymantecTM centralizes multiple aspects of systems management into a single easy-to-use tool.
Posted: 19 May 2009 | Published: 19 May 2009


The Top 3 Cost-Cutting Mistakes CIOs Make And How to Avoid Them
sponsored by Rally Software Development Corp.
WHITE PAPER: The current economic downturn has resulted in contraction of IT Department budgets and a mandate to allocate resources to only the most critical projects, then execute flawlessly. In these tough times, it is imperative for CIOs to deliver more value from as IT budgets fall..
Posted: 03 Apr 2009 | Published: 03 Apr 2009


Changes to the PMBOK® Guide, 4th Edition, and What You Should Know
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: In December 2008, PMI® (Project Management Institute) released the 4th edition version of 'A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge® (PMBOK® Guide)',the Project Management Institute's (PMI's) collection of published “generally recognized good practices” (according to PMI's 4th edition FAQs).
Posted: 16 Mar 2009 | Published: 16 Mar 2009


Business Resiliency for a Smarter Planet: New, Affordable Ways to Ensure IBM Power Systems Availability
sponsored by Vision Solutions
WEBCAST: Do you have the right technologies to compete in today's economic times? IBM's Dynamic Infrastructure™ initiative combined with Resilience 2.0 technologies from Vision Solutions deliver a secure, virtualized, energy efficient, and highly resilient IT environment for businesses of any size.
Posted: 05 Mar 2009 | Premiered: 05 Mar 2009

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BEST PRACTICES DEFINITION (continued): …  hardware and software product development, and elsewhere.In software development, a best practice is a well-defined method that contributes to a successful step in product development. Throughout the software industry, several best practices are widely followed. Some of the more commonly used are: an iterative development process, requirement management, quality control, and change control. An iterative (meaning repetitive) development process, which progresses in incremental stages, helps to maintain a focus on manageable tasks and ensures that earlier stages are successful before the later … 
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