Every cloud needs a net

Most enterprises have been exploring cloud computing to see how it might work for them.  Cloud computing offers the ability to run servers on the Internet on demand.  The storage, compute, and network functions are positioned and ready for use, …Read more.

Posted by Ken Novak on November 06, 2009 at 02:12PM

Business Imperative for Virtual Private Cloud Services

Apparently attorneys, corporate security consultants and numerous other industry pundits have discovered the cloud services phenomenon. Some are actively promoting fear, uncertainty and doubt about the “potential” for growing security, transparency and data portability concerns. However, there’s a compelling precedent …Read more.

Posted by Simon Aspinall on July 15, 2009 at 10:44AM

Enabling SP Business Models for Cloud Services

Perhaps you’re wondering where the demand for cloud services will come from, what will be the key market drivers, and how will service provider business models fit into the expanding view of the overall IT infrastructure virtualization market landscape. A …Read more.

Posted by Simon Aspinall on May 22, 2009 at 10:18AM

Profile of the Agile 21st Century SP Infrastructure

We’re now entering an exciting period of creativity within the broadband sector. Facilities-based services providers have a unique opportunity to apply their inherent advantage – yes, superior infrastructure matters. It’s a key deciding factor in sustainable growth. Most industry analysts …Read more.

Posted by Simon Aspinall on May 20, 2009 at 07:47AM

Unification and Optimization of SP Data Center Assets

In the near term, even without the current global economic challenges, it’s apparent that 2009 was already going to be a year of significant transition for most broadband service providers. A recent assessment from Mike Cansfield at Forrester Research describes …Read more.

Posted by Simon Aspinall on May 15, 2009 at 09:04AM

Architectural Innovation: A Clean Break from Tradition

When the first automobiles were conceived and designed, it was difficult for some people to take a forward-looking view of this innovation. The term “horseless-carriage” was an attempt to describe this new mode of transportation from a historical perspective. Ready …Read more.

Posted by Simon Aspinall on May 14, 2009 at 11:52AM

Architectural Innovation: A Clean Break from Tradition

When the first automobiles were conceived and designed, it was difficult for some people to take a forward-looking view of this innovation. The term “horseless-carriage” was an attempt to describe this new mode of transportation from a historical perspective. Ready …Read more.

Posted by Simon Aspinall on May 13, 2009 at 08:21AM

Cisco Unified Service Delivery: The Pathway to Cloud Services

Cisco Unified Service Delivery combines the power of the data center with the power of the network to transform service delivery and build the foundation for cloud services. Learn more by viewing the video or slides below. Cisco Unified Service …Read more.

Posted by Suraj Shetty on May 11, 2009 at 08:53PM