Software as a Service Reports

EGUIDE: There are a number of new cloud-based security products, to help mitigate today’s cloud computing risks. This tip examines Security-as-a-Service tools available and the key features that are most important in a cloud server security platform such as encryption, identity management, configuration and vulnerability management and more.

Posted: 21 May 2012 | Published: 21 May 2012

EGUIDE: This expert e-guide examines the growing trend of SaaS security, or cloud-based security services. Learn about the pros and cons of adopting SaaS security in your organization.

Posted: 30 Apr 2012 | Published: 30 Apr 2012

EGUIDE: Read this expert e-guide for explanations of some of the key differences between mobile and regular cloud computing, including the need for additional testing capabilities, the need to allow for disconnected operation, the need to be mindful of limited energy available on mobile devices, and more.

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 | Published: 06 Dec 2012

ESSENTIAL GUIDE: This 10 page Computer Weekly Buyer's Guide offers advice for organisations looking at infrastructure on demand in the cloud.

Posted: 30 Nov 2012 | Published: 30 Nov 2012

PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: Amidst the wealth of literature aimed at enterprises hoping to leverage Software as a Service (SaaS) applications it can be difficult for independent software vendors (ISVs) to find useful information and best practices to ease their transition to cloud delivery. View this in-depth presentation transcript to find out what ISVs need to know.

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 | Published: 12 Nov 2012

PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: Amidst the wealth of literature aimed at enterprises hoping to leverage Software as a Service (SaaS) applications it can be difficult for independent software vendors (ISVs) to find useful information and best practices to ease their transition to cloud delivery. Read this in-depth presentation transcript to find out what ISVs need to know.

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 | Published: 12 Nov 2012

WHITE PAPER: Although Software as a Service (SaaS) has enabled businesses of all sizes to leverage enterprise-grade applications with affordable pricing, it has also introduced significant integration challenges. Read this paper to learn why a SaaS integration strategy is crucial for success, 8 elements to look for when evaluating a strategy, and more.

Posted: 08 Oct 2012 | Published: 08 Oct 2012

WHITE PAPER: Leveraging the cloud as a platform for content sharing has shown to boost user adoption rates to 90 percent, or roughly three times that of SharePoint, enabling true IT-driven enterprise collaboration. Read this white paper to learn why 75 percent of Fortune 500 companies have made the switch from SharePoint.

Posted: 24 Sep 2012 | Published: 24 Sep 2012

WHITE PAPER: To reduce daily IT operating expenses, many organizations are turning to Software as a Service (SaaS) application delivery, citing the advantages of a flexible, secure, pay-as-you-go model. How exactly does SaaS achieve these conditions, And how might they affect your SAP-run operations and benefit your business? Read this white paper to find out.

Posted: 11 Sep 2012 | Published: 31 May 2012

WHITE PAPER: The cloud is growing as a choice for government at all levels and globally. Why? Two big reasons: budget cuts and a need to streamline operations to provide more innovative, efficient services to a demanding, increasingly tech-savvy public.

Posted: 06 Sep 2012 | Published: 06 Sep 2012

WHITE PAPER: Many departments within a company, such as marketing, sales, and logistics, are adopting cloud and  SaaS technologies without involving the IT department. Read this informative resource to learn how your IT managers can stay ahead of developing trends and lessen the risk of the cloud accidentally making its way into your organization.

Posted: 05 Sep 2012 | Published: 05 Sep 2012

WHITE PAPER: HP is changing the enterprise security landscape with its Security Intelligence and Risk Management Platform. By using advanced threat research and security events and vulnerabilities, they develop an unparalleled visibility. Access this informative white paper to learn more about security-as-a-service (SaaS) and how it can help your organization.

Posted: 24 Aug 2012 | Published: 31 May 2012

VIDEO: This 3-minute video explains why Citrix solutions offer reliable, scalable ways to help you not only build your cloud platform, but to also build your cloud business for clients of any shapes and sizes.

Posted: 22 Aug 2012 | Premiered: 25 Jun 2012

EGUIDE: Read this e-guide to find out the role of OpenFlow as a software-defined networking architecture, its benefits, limitations and how it can make Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) a reality. Discover why OpenFlow NaaS would offer enterprises more control over data center and inter-data center cloud traffic than is available today with Ethernet or IP.

Posted: 11 Jul 2012 | Published: 11 Jul 2012

VIDEO: This video featuring the insight of Geoffrey Moore, renowned advisor and author, outlines how enterprises have exhausted their efforts retaining and refining their systems of record, while innovative systems of engagement, such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other means of communication and collaboration, still have plenty of potential to offer.

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 | Premiered: 03 Jul 2012

EZINE: Did you know that the latest innovations for source code control systems (SCCS) and requirements management tools can not only help you enable a more agile software development process but also reap better returns on your application lifecycle management (ALM) investments? Read this expert e-zine to learn more.

Posted: 25 Jun 2012 | Published: 25 Jun 2012

WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses how it is equally critical that businesses consider the need for scalability- both in terms of the growth of the customer base and the expansion of back-office solutions to include future purchases of SaaS, PaaS, and cloud computing applications.

Posted: 18 Jun 2012 | Published: 31 Oct 2011

EGUIDE: This expert e-guide explains the benefits of testing software in cloud environments. Read this and gain tips for cloud testing, including ensuring a plan is in place in case of an interruption to service, learning the differences between testing in private and public clouds, exploring the risks of moving to a cloud-based testing solution and more.

Posted: 14 Jun 2012 | Published: 14 Jun 2012

WEBCAST: Learn – in less than six minutes – about a cloud approach that can be labelled a “data centre without walls,” enabling a virtual capacity that is both distance-independent and dynamically scalable. View now to learn the cost- and productivity benefits this approach can offer your organisation.

Posted: 29 May 2012 | Premiered: May 29, 2012

WHITE PAPER: Companies embrace SaaS products like Microsoft® Office 365, Google Apps, and Salesforce.com®, for their flexibility and potential savings. Learn how enterprises must tackle performance challenges for SaaS applications to remain a viable option.

Posted: 22 May 2012 | Published: 22 May 2012

WHITE PAPER: This white paper looks at cloud-computing and software-as-a-service (SaaS) technologies and what you need to know about these emerging trends.

Posted: 12 Apr 2012 | Published: 16 Sep 2010

WHITE PAPER: This guide discusses the issue of identity and access management (IAM) for cloud applications. It outlines the issues that need to be addressed, suggests some approaches to solving those issues and provides an overview of the Intel products that help companies manage their SaaS application identities more effectively and efficiently.

Posted: 02 Apr 2012 | Published: 02 Apr 2012

EBOOK: Get a primer on the supply chain management software and hardware that can help you get a handle on global supply chain risks.

Posted: 30 Mar 2012 | Published: 29 Mar 2012

WHITE PAPER: Read this report to learn how Forrester Research rated 24 CRM solutions in terms of their strengths and weaknesses in supporting four key cross-functional processes in the finance and insurance industry.

Posted: 28 Mar 2012 | Published: 14 Feb 2011

EZINE: This e-zine discusses the various meanings of shared services, its benefits and the potential downside of service catalogs.

Posted: 23 Mar 2012 | Published: 01 Mar 2012