You have questions about cloud technology and how it can help your business; We have answers. This slideshow is from our recent lunch and learns that we held in Denver, San Antonio and Houston. For more info check out www.bcsprosoft.com.
How to Implement Cloud Security: The Nuts and Bolts of Novell Cloud Security ...Novell
This session will help you understand what cloud security is and how to implement it in your enterprise. It will discuss the technical aspects of cloud security and how we can help you secure the cloud while ensuring sensitive information always remains behind the firewall.
This is Lenovo's presentation at FETC 2013.
The mega-trends of bring-your-own-device (BYOD) and the consumerization of IT go directly against the desire to limit security exposure and keep TCO low. In this session, Rich discusses approaches to meeting both needs plus drill down on how and where cloud computing can ultimately, resolve these seemingly mutually exclusive goals and streamline the enablement of BYOD.
Presenter: Rich Cheston, Chief Technical Architect, Distinguished Engineer and Master Inventor, Lenovo
www.lenovo.com/eduevents
Nimsoft SaaS Service Desk Essentials - presented at CA World 2011CA Nimsoft
Your service desk might be the only IT resource guaranteed to touch everyone in your enterprise. Learn how Nimsoft Service Desk accelerates your responsiveness, efficiency, and alignment to your business. In this session, product experts from Nimsoft will discuss how you can benefit from using Nimsoft Service Desk by coordinating and accelerating incident response and proactive IT management—so you can increase end user satisfaction, reduce costs, and meet business objectives.
Visit www.nimsoft.com for more information.
How to Implement Cloud Security: The Nuts and Bolts of Novell Cloud Security ...Novell
This session will help you understand what cloud security is and how to implement it in your enterprise. It will discuss the technical aspects of cloud security and how we can help you secure the cloud while ensuring sensitive information always remains behind the firewall.
This is Lenovo's presentation at FETC 2013.
The mega-trends of bring-your-own-device (BYOD) and the consumerization of IT go directly against the desire to limit security exposure and keep TCO low. In this session, Rich discusses approaches to meeting both needs plus drill down on how and where cloud computing can ultimately, resolve these seemingly mutually exclusive goals and streamline the enablement of BYOD.
Presenter: Rich Cheston, Chief Technical Architect, Distinguished Engineer and Master Inventor, Lenovo
www.lenovo.com/eduevents
Nimsoft SaaS Service Desk Essentials - presented at CA World 2011CA Nimsoft
Your service desk might be the only IT resource guaranteed to touch everyone in your enterprise. Learn how Nimsoft Service Desk accelerates your responsiveness, efficiency, and alignment to your business. In this session, product experts from Nimsoft will discuss how you can benefit from using Nimsoft Service Desk by coordinating and accelerating incident response and proactive IT management—so you can increase end user satisfaction, reduce costs, and meet business objectives.
Visit www.nimsoft.com for more information.
Novell Success Stories: Collaboration in GovernmentNovell
Novell Collaboration benefits are to increase productivity, manage information growth, and leverage investments and skills on Linux.
The California Highway Patrol, Hudiksvall Municipality, Liconsa, Kent Police Authority, The Louisiana Department of Social Services, Texas General Land Office, DRV BW, and the Ministry of Social Development in Bahrain all use Novell Collaboration tools for their IT success.
Uni Systems participated in IDC IT Security & Datacenters Transormation Roadshow in Athens. Presentation of Uni|Cloud and emphasis on Data Center Security Solutions.
Novell Success Stories: Endpoint Management in Retail and ManufacturingNovell
Novell Endpoint Management benefits are to improve user productivity, lower IT costs, and mitigate risks.
This presentation will show you how two retailers and manufacturers in particular- Save Mart Supermarkets, and Richardson- reduced IT costs and benefited from Novell Endpoint Management.
Novell Success Stories: Endpoint Management for NonprofitsNovell
Novell Endpoint Management benefits are to improve user productivity, lower IT costs, and mitigate risks.
This presentation will show you how three nonprofits in particular- The Atlantic Philanthropies, Vancouver Convention Center, and Sesame Workshop- reduced IT costs and benefited from Novell Endpoint Management.
Novell Support Revealed! An Insider's Peek and Feedback OpportunityNovell
Don't miss the opportunity to interact with key members of the Novell Services team. We are eager to hear from the customers we serve and provide insights to you into our continuous improvement plans aimed at your satisfaction. In this session, you will learn how Novell has worked to maintain our world-class support standards in the face of intense, global economic pressures and challenging industry trends. Take a peek inside the processes of our global support organization, learn about our technological advancements, and provide feedback on our support offerings.
Novell Success Stories: Collaboration in GovernmentNovell
Novell Collaboration benefits are to increase productivity, manage information growth, and leverage investments and skills on Linux.
The California Highway Patrol, Hudiksvall Municipality, Liconsa, Kent Police Authority, The Louisiana Department of Social Services, Texas General Land Office, DRV BW, and the Ministry of Social Development in Bahrain all use Novell Collaboration tools for their IT success.
Uni Systems participated in IDC IT Security & Datacenters Transormation Roadshow in Athens. Presentation of Uni|Cloud and emphasis on Data Center Security Solutions.
Novell Success Stories: Endpoint Management in Retail and ManufacturingNovell
Novell Endpoint Management benefits are to improve user productivity, lower IT costs, and mitigate risks.
This presentation will show you how two retailers and manufacturers in particular- Save Mart Supermarkets, and Richardson- reduced IT costs and benefited from Novell Endpoint Management.
Novell Success Stories: Endpoint Management for NonprofitsNovell
Novell Endpoint Management benefits are to improve user productivity, lower IT costs, and mitigate risks.
This presentation will show you how three nonprofits in particular- The Atlantic Philanthropies, Vancouver Convention Center, and Sesame Workshop- reduced IT costs and benefited from Novell Endpoint Management.
Novell Support Revealed! An Insider's Peek and Feedback OpportunityNovell
Don't miss the opportunity to interact with key members of the Novell Services team. We are eager to hear from the customers we serve and provide insights to you into our continuous improvement plans aimed at your satisfaction. In this session, you will learn how Novell has worked to maintain our world-class support standards in the face of intense, global economic pressures and challenging industry trends. Take a peek inside the processes of our global support organization, learn about our technological advancements, and provide feedback on our support offerings.
Se trata de uno de los 20 temas que componen el temario de la asignatura de Aspectos Metodológicos de la Actividad Física y del Deporte. Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte. Universidad de Murcia.
Se trata de uno de los 20 temas que componen el temario de la asignatura de Aspectos Metodológicos de la Actividad Física y del Deporte. Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte. Universidad de Murcia.
Se trata de uno de los 20 temas que componen el temario de la asignatura de Aspectos Metodológicos de la Actividad Física y del Deporte. Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte. Universidad de Murcia.
Moving Web Apps to the Cloud - Iowa User Group Tour, Feb 2012Eric D. Boyd
As a developer with years of experience developing web apps using ASP.NET, SQL Server, Windows Server and Active Directory, how do you move to the cloud with Windows Azure? How can you apply your existing skills and experience to developing cloud apps in Windows Azure? In this session, we will take a simple, traditional ASP.NET app and walk through the migration to Windows Azure. We'll discuss the important considerations, practices, architectural differences, challenges, advantages and economic benefits to consider when migrating to Windows Azure.
Kannegieter Event envision the future - Microsoft - 24-6-2010 - v1.0Peter de Haas
Presentatie op het jaarlijkse event van Kannegieter. Wat is Microsoft's visie op de toekomst.
Kudo's aan Rene van Haaster en Serge van Schie voor het maken de presentatie en mede presenteren op dit event
External Roadmap – Sage 100 and 100cloudBCS ProSoft
Sage 100 is a platform designed to help small and mid-sized businesses manage their resources with a very effective enterprise resource planning (ERP) toolkit. The system delivers a comprehensive financial and operation functionality, which includes manufacturing and inventory features right out of the box.
This is the presentation from our Deltek Vision user group meeting in Baton Rouge, Houston and Honolulu. During this presentation we talked about project set-up best practices, Deltek Vision in the Cloud, Deltek for Professional Services, and much more. Want to attend a user group in your city? http://www.bcsprosoft.com/deltek-vision/user-groups/
This is the presentation from our Sage 100 (MAS 90/200) user group meeting in San Antonio, Houston and Denver. During this presentation we talked about what's new in v2018 and some Year-End processing tips. Want to attend a user group in your city? http://www.bcsprosoft.com/sage-100/user-groups/
This is the presentation from the Sage 100 user groups we held this October and November in Denver, Houston and San Antonio. We went over some important year-end review procedures, supported versions, some Sage 100 Tips & Tricks, and had a fran discussion about how Sage 100c and cloud alternatives.
BCS ProSoft hosts Sage user group meetings all over the country so check out http://www.bcsprosoft.com/sage-100/user-groups/ to find a group near you.
Deltek Vision User Group | October 2016BCS ProSoft
This is the presentation from the Deltek Vision user groups we held this October in Honolulu, Houston and Baton Rouge. We went over some importing year-end review procedures, new features in version 7.6, some Deltek Vision Tips & Tricks, and talked about Deltek's acquisition of Union Square and Project Information Management Systems (PIMS).
BCS ProSoft hosts Deltek Vision user group meetings all over the country so check out http://www.bcsprosoft.com/deltek-vision/user-groups/ to find a group near you.
These Deltek Vision Processing Procedures were presented at our Vision user groups in Baton Rouge, Honolulu, Houston, San Antonio and San Diego. For more information please visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/blog/december-2015-deltek-vision-user-group-recap/
Deltek Clarity A&E Industry Study - Houston, TXBCS ProSoft
A full summary of this presentation can be found at http://www.bcsprosoft.com/overview-of-texas-burgeoning-ae-industry/
This presentation was from the Deltek Clarity A&E Industry Study - Houston, TX hosted by BCS ProSoft and Deltek.
Business Insights Explorer Tips & Tricks | Q1 2015 Sage 100 ERP User GroupBCS ProSoft
During this Sage 100 User Group we spoke about one of the most underutilized features in Sage 100 ERP (formerly MAS 90 and MAS 200), Business Insights Explorer.
Year-End Processing with Sage 100 ERP (MAS 90 and MAS 200) | Q4 2014 Sage 100...BCS ProSoft
During this Sage 100 ERP (formerly MAS 90 and MAS 200) user group meeting we spoke about important Year-End processing procedures as well as year-end reporting, order of closing modules and some Sage 100 tips and tricks, including:
-Learn how to create an archive company
-Review Setup Options and potential changes for new year
-Year End Forms and Electronic Reporting
BCS ProSoft hosts quarterly Sage 100 user groups in San Antonio, Houston, Denver and Honolulu as well as online as a webcast. If you'd like to join us or view the upcoming schedule of events, please visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/sage-100/user-groups/
Year-End Processing with Deltek Vision | Q4 2014 Vision User GroupBCS ProSoft
During this webinar BCS ProSoft Deltek Vision Consultant, Nedra Roberson, spoke about Year-End processing procedures and how to use the information in Vision to create reports for professional liability audits, employee review and worker compensation audits, including:
-Year-End review processes
-How to use User-Defined Fields for report creation in Vision
-How to create reports for professional liability audits, employee review and worker compensation audits
BCS ProSoft hosts quarterly Deltek Vision user groups in San Antonio, Houston, Denver and Honolulu as well as online as a webcast. If you'd like to join us or view the upcoming schedule of events, please visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/deltek-vision/user-groups/
What's New in Deltek Vision 7.3 | Deltek Vision User Group MeetingBCS ProSoft
During this user group meeting we spoke about what's new and on the horizon for Deltek Vision 7.3, enhancements to Navigator 1.9, and some Deltek Vision tips & tricks. If you'd like to join us at one of our local Vision User Group Meetings in San Antonio, Houston, Denver, Honolulu or online as a webcast please visit us online at http://bit.ly/deltekvisionugm
Consultant Accruals in Deltek Vision | Deltek Vision User Group Meeting | Q2 ...BCS ProSoft
This presentation was the topic of the Houston, San Antonio, Denver and Honolulu Deltek Vision User Group Meetings held throughout June 2014.
For more information about Deltek Vision for your project-based AE or consulting firm, Vision training or consulting, or joining one of our User Group Meetings visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/deltek-vision.
Custom Office A to Z in Sage 100 ERP (MAS 90 & MAS 200)BCS ProSoft
This presentation was the topic of the Houston, San Antonio, Denver and Honolulu Sage 100 ERP (formerly MAS 90 & MAS 200) User Group Meetings held throughout March 2014. During the user group we discussed the reasons we customize using Sage 100, the benefits of the Custom Office Module, a review of the key concepts and terms, and how to find examples of VBScript. Then to top things off we ended by covering come of the newest features in Sage 100 and covered some tips & tricks.
For more information about Sage 100 for your company, training, consulting, or joining one of our User Group Meetings visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/sage-100.
Improve Billing Process and Performance with Deltek VisionBCS ProSoft
This presentation was the topic of the Houston, San Antonio, Denver and Honolulu Deltek Vision User Group Meetings held throughout March 2014. During the user group we spoke about daily entry of time and expenses in Deltek Vision, the importance or following and enforcing the time and expense approval process, why billing procedures are started at the same time every month, compliance and the draft review period, and changes or corrections to accounting withing the review period. Then to top things off we ended by covering come of the newest features in Deltek Vision and covered some tips & tricks.
For more information about Deltek Vision for your project-based AE or consulting firm, Vision training or consulting, or joining one of our User Group Meetings visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/deltek-vision.
This webcast was presented by BCS Prosoft on October 23, 2013. It highlights the new and changes to existing feature in the Deltek Vision 7.1 update. These items include changes to the invoice & approvals process, the system interface, system security, advanced WBS search / list views, transaction auto numbering, transactional document management.
For more information on Deltek Vision, training or consulting please visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/deltek-vision. For more events hosted by BCS Prosoft please see http://www.bcsprosoft.com/events.
Straight Talk About the Cloud: Why Some Company's Are Leveraing Modern Techno...BCS ProSoft
This presentation was the Q3 installment of BCS Prosoft's Executive Seminar Series: Your Firm In The Cloud. These lunch & learns were held throughout the month of September in San Antonio, Houston, Denver and Honolulu. This slideshow covers historical and current trends in business technology and what's most important to buyers today, the technical requirements, maintenance, cost and ROI of on-premise, hosted and cloud software, and the telltale signs that your firm should consider moving to the cloud at some point in the future.
To register for a lunch & learn near you please visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/cloud
What's New in Deltek Vision 7.1, Invoice Approvals, Overhead Allocation and 5...BCS ProSoft
These slides are from BCS Prosoft's 2013 third quarter Deltek Vision User Group Meetings held in San Antonio, Houston, Denver and Honolulu. To register for your local UGM please visit http://www.bcsprosoft.com/deltekugm
Accpac to QuickBooks Conversion Navigating the Transition with Online Account...PaulBryant58
This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to
effectively manage the convert Accpac to QuickBooks , with a particular focus on utilizing online accounting services to streamline the process.
Cracking the Workplace Discipline Code Main.pptxWorkforce Group
Cultivating and maintaining discipline within teams is a critical differentiator for successful organisations.
Forward-thinking leaders and business managers understand the impact that discipline has on organisational success. A disciplined workforce operates with clarity, focus, and a shared understanding of expectations, ultimately driving better results, optimising productivity, and facilitating seamless collaboration.
Although discipline is not a one-size-fits-all approach, it can help create a work environment that encourages personal growth and accountability rather than solely relying on punitive measures.
In this deck, you will learn the significance of workplace discipline for organisational success. You’ll also learn
• Four (4) workplace discipline methods you should consider
• The best and most practical approach to implementing workplace discipline.
• Three (3) key tips to maintain a disciplined workplace.
Discover the innovative and creative projects that highlight my journey throu...dylandmeas
Discover the innovative and creative projects that highlight my journey through Full Sail University. Below, you’ll find a collection of my work showcasing my skills and expertise in digital marketing, event planning, and media production.
Improving profitability for small businessBen Wann
In this comprehensive presentation, we will explore strategies and practical tips for enhancing profitability in small businesses. Tailored to meet the unique challenges faced by small enterprises, this session covers various aspects that directly impact the bottom line. Attendees will learn how to optimize operational efficiency, manage expenses, and increase revenue through innovative marketing and customer engagement techniques.
Putting the SPARK into Virtual Training.pptxCynthia Clay
This 60-minute webinar, sponsored by Adobe, was delivered for the Training Mag Network. It explored the five elements of SPARK: Storytelling, Purpose, Action, Relationships, and Kudos. Knowing how to tell a well-structured story is key to building long-term memory. Stating a clear purpose that doesn't take away from the discovery learning process is critical. Ensuring that people move from theory to practical application is imperative. Creating strong social learning is the key to commitment and engagement. Validating and affirming participants' comments is the way to create a positive learning environment.
Explore our most comprehensive guide on lookback analysis at SafePaaS, covering access governance and how it can transform modern ERP audits. Browse now!
Unveiling the Secrets How Does Generative AI Work.pdfSam H
At its core, generative artificial intelligence relies on the concept of generative models, which serve as engines that churn out entirely new data resembling their training data. It is like a sculptor who has studied so many forms found in nature and then uses this knowledge to create sculptures from his imagination that have never been seen before anywhere else. If taken to cyberspace, gans work almost the same way.
As a business owner in Delaware, staying on top of your tax obligations is paramount, especially with the annual deadline for Delaware Franchise Tax looming on March 1. One such obligation is the annual Delaware Franchise Tax, which serves as a crucial requirement for maintaining your company’s legal standing within the state. While the prospect of handling tax matters may seem daunting, rest assured that the process can be straightforward with the right guidance. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the steps of filing your Delaware Franchise Tax and provide insights to help you navigate the process effectively.
3.0 Project 2_ Developing My Brand Identity Kit.pptxtanyjahb
A personal brand exploration presentation summarizes an individual's unique qualities and goals, covering strengths, values, passions, and target audience. It helps individuals understand what makes them stand out, their desired image, and how they aim to achieve it.
Remote sensing and monitoring are changing the mining industry for the better. These are providing innovative solutions to long-standing challenges. Those related to exploration, extraction, and overall environmental management by mining technology companies Odisha. These technologies make use of satellite imaging, aerial photography and sensors to collect data that might be inaccessible or from hazardous locations. With the use of this technology, mining operations are becoming increasingly efficient. Let us gain more insight into the key aspects associated with remote sensing and monitoring when it comes to mining.
Personal Brand Statement:
As an Army veteran dedicated to lifelong learning, I bring a disciplined, strategic mindset to my pursuits. I am constantly expanding my knowledge to innovate and lead effectively. My journey is driven by a commitment to excellence, and to make a meaningful impact in the world.
Enterprise Excellence is Inclusive Excellence.pdfKaiNexus
Enterprise excellence and inclusive excellence are closely linked, and real-world challenges have shown that both are essential to the success of any organization. To achieve enterprise excellence, organizations must focus on improving their operations and processes while creating an inclusive environment that engages everyone. In this interactive session, the facilitator will highlight commonly established business practices and how they limit our ability to engage everyone every day. More importantly, though, participants will likely gain increased awareness of what we can do differently to maximize enterprise excellence through deliberate inclusion.
What is Enterprise Excellence?
Enterprise Excellence is a holistic approach that's aimed at achieving world-class performance across all aspects of the organization.
What might I learn?
A way to engage all in creating Inclusive Excellence. Lessons from the US military and their parallels to the story of Harry Potter. How belt systems and CI teams can destroy inclusive practices. How leadership language invites people to the party. There are three things leaders can do to engage everyone every day: maximizing psychological safety to create environments where folks learn, contribute, and challenge the status quo.
Who might benefit? Anyone and everyone leading folks from the shop floor to top floor.
Dr. William Harvey is a seasoned Operations Leader with extensive experience in chemical processing, manufacturing, and operations management. At Michelman, he currently oversees multiple sites, leading teams in strategic planning and coaching/practicing continuous improvement. William is set to start his eighth year of teaching at the University of Cincinnati where he teaches marketing, finance, and management. William holds various certifications in change management, quality, leadership, operational excellence, team building, and DiSC, among others.
[Note: This is a partial preview. To download this presentation, visit:
https://www.oeconsulting.com.sg/training-presentations]
Sustainability has become an increasingly critical topic as the world recognizes the need to protect our planet and its resources for future generations. Sustainability means meeting our current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. It involves long-term planning and consideration of the consequences of our actions. The goal is to create strategies that ensure the long-term viability of People, Planet, and Profit.
Leading companies such as Nike, Toyota, and Siemens are prioritizing sustainable innovation in their business models, setting an example for others to follow. In this Sustainability training presentation, you will learn key concepts, principles, and practices of sustainability applicable across industries. This training aims to create awareness and educate employees, senior executives, consultants, and other key stakeholders, including investors, policymakers, and supply chain partners, on the importance and implementation of sustainability.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
1. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts that form the foundation of sustainability within corporate environments.
2. Explore the sustainability implementation model, focusing on effective measures and reporting strategies to track and communicate sustainability efforts.
3. Identify and define best practices and critical success factors essential for achieving sustainability goals within organizations.
CONTENTS
1. Introduction and Key Concepts of Sustainability
2. Principles and Practices of Sustainability
3. Measures and Reporting in Sustainability
4. Sustainability Implementation & Best Practices
To download the complete presentation, visit: https://www.oeconsulting.com.sg/training-presentations
4. • 27+ Years Experience
• 1,500 Clients across all 50 States, Canada, and
Mexico
• Offices in San
Antonio, Houston, Denver, Honolulu
• Award winning partners with
http://www.bcsprosoft.com
5. • We’re the leading provider of business
management technology in North America and
the Pacific.
• National Partners with Sage Software, Deltek and
NetSuite.
• We provide small to medium-sized businesses
with the technological experience and expertise
necessary to achieve financial goals, maximize
operating efficiency and realize potential.
http://www.bcsprosoft.com
7. End-User Expectations Cloud
Computing
Mainframe Client Server Internet Software as a Service
Innovation
■ Distributed users
■ Matured into
Integrated Business
Innovation
■ Single system ■ Delivered and managed remotely
Suites vs Best of Breed
processing ■ True Software as a Service
■ Resource co-location Applications: Multi –tenant,
Subscription based
■ Remote access of
solutions of
traditional “thick”
client applications
■ Focus on non-core
business functions
Time
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9. • Survey of 1650 IT and Business Executives shows
that on average 34% of their current IT budgets
are now allocated to Cloud Computing Solutions
• 63% of companies expect to increase cloud
spending over the next 12 months
• Spending will increase, on average by 16%
IDG Enterprise Cloud Computing, January 2012
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11. • Cloud computing…
– The word "cloud" is used as a metaphor for "the Internet"
– Cloud computing is the process of outsourcing IT services – such
as servers, storage and applications – to a shared platform
accessed via the Internet.
– End users access cloud based applications through a web
browser or a light weight desktop or mobile apps while business
software and data are stored on servers at a remote location.
– Services are provided as a utility, most often on a subscription
basis
– Saves money and energy, as a vendor maintains the
infrastructure and applications that run in the cloud
environment instead of the organization.
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13. On Premise IaaS PaaS SaaS
You manage
Applications Applications Applications Applications
Data You manage Data Data Data
Runtime Runtime Runtime Runtime
Managed by vendor
Middleware Middleware Middleware Middleware
You manage
Managed by vendor
O/S O/S O/S O/S
Virtualization Virtualization Managed by vendor Virtualization Virtualization
Servers Servers Servers Servers
Storage Storage Storage Storage
Networking Networking Networking Networking
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14. Applications • All resources managed by the
Data end-user organization.
Runtime
• Everything is private and
Middleware
controlled.
You manage
O/S
Virtualization
Servers
Storage
Networking
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15. • On-premise – All computing resources
(software applications, data
storage, email, etc.)
chosen, implemented, maintained, upgraded
and integrated directly by the end-user
organization.
• Maintaining an on-premise computing
environment is a big challenge, and often
expensive.
• Historically thought to be more secure and
cheaper, but this is not true for most firms.
http://www.bcsprosoft.com
16. On Premise IaaS
Applications Applications • Virtual infrastructure
Data You manage Data • Virtual desktop
Runtime Runtime
• Backup and recovery
Middleware Middleware
You manage
O/S O/S
• Managed cloud
Virtualization Virtualization Managed by vendor security
Servers Servers
Storage Storage
Networking Networking
http://www.bcsprosoft.com
17. • IaaS is defined as computer infrastructure – physical
computers or virtual machines, raw (block)
storage, firewalls, load balancers, and networks – being
delivered as a service.
• This is the most basic cloud service model.
• IaaS providers supply these resources on demand from
their large pools installed in data centers. Usually
billed on usage and how much of the resource is used -
compared to the traditional method of buying software
and servers outright.
• May also be called enterprise-level hosting platform.
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18. Virtual machine technologies enable one physical
workstation or server to run multiple operating
systems and related applications at the same time.
A virtual machine uses virtualization software and
selected hardware devices to create an emulated
operating environment.
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19. • Most common form of cloud setup
• 3rd party service providers give you shared computing resource in
their datacenter for an hourly fee.
• Physical servers at the data center are turned into many virtual
server instances, each of which can be run by a different enterprise.
• Virtual machines can provide the best utilization of resources by
keeping machines from going idle.
• Best suited for workloads that are highly varying (most
websites, blogs) and smaller enterprises that don’t need the
flexibility and control of a private cloud.
• Very cost-effective, but might not be suited for high performance
computing.
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21. On Premise IaaS PaaS
You manage
Applications Applications Applications
Data You manage Data Data
Runtime Runtime Runtime
Middleware Middleware Middleware
You manage
Managed by vendor
O/S O/S O/S
Virtualization Virtualization Managed by vendor Virtualization
Servers Servers Servers
Storage Storage Storage
Networking Networking Networking
http://www.bcsprosoft.com
22. • Paas - cloud providers deliver a computing platform
and/or solution stack typically including operating
system, programming language execution
environment, database, and web server.
• Typically, PaaS facilitates deployment of
applications, application development, testing, and
also supports the building, testing and hosting of Web
applications.
• PaaS enables IT to develop, test, deploy, host, and also
update from a single streamlined environment. May
also be referred to as cloudware.
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24. On Premise IaaS PaaS SaaS
You manage
Applications Applications Applications Applications
Data You manage Data Data Data
Runtime Runtime Runtime Runtime
Managed by vendor
Middleware Middleware Middleware Middleware
You manage
Managed by vendor
O/S O/S O/S O/S
Virtualization Virtualization Managed by vendor Virtualization Virtualization
Servers Servers Servers Servers
Storage Storage Storage Storage
Networking Networking Networking Networking
http://www.bcsprosoft.com
25. • SaaS is a software delivery method that provides access to
software and its functions remotely as a Web-based
service.
• Software as a Service allows organizations to access
business functionality at a cost typically less than paying for
licensed applications since SaaS pricing is based on a
monthly fee.
• Also, because the software is hosted remotely, users don't
need to invest in additional hardware.
• Software as a Service removes the need for organizations to
handle the installation, set-up and often daily upkeep and
maintenance.
• Software as a Service may also be referred to as simply
hosted applications
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26. Vendor provides software
Data application, hardware
Center infrastructure, backup/security and
Operations
Development support in exchange for a fee
Q? Access and fees are based on usage
A (Subscription)
Help Desk
Application is delivered over a web
browser or other thin client over a
secure internet connection
Secure Infrastructure
Physical backend hardware
infrastructure is shared among many
different customers – but logic and data
Your Vendors or is kept separate for each customer
Partners
(Multi-tenant)
Your
Business Branch
Office
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27. • Multi-Tenant – Single instance of software
runs on a server, serving multiple client
organizations (tenants).
• Single Tenant – Physical or virtual machine is
exclusively dedicated to a single client, i.e.
software is not shared with multiple
customers. This is more expensive for a
vendor to setup and maintain.
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29. • Dropbox (25 million users / 200 million files/day)
• Evernote – note taking on any device / any time
• Bit.ly – web URL shortening tool with tracking
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31. • Reduced internal IT infrastructure
• Backup & redundancy in the Cloud
• Predictable monthly costs
• Low/no cost upgrades – always running the latest
version
• Anywhere, anytime access, on ANY device, i.e.
everything through a browser
• No/limited install of local files & programs
http://www.bcsprosoft.com
33. Typical IT Budget Allocation The Result?
9% Innovation VERSION-LOCK
Current
66%
on old
91% versions
Maintenance
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34. 1. Improved Business Agility
2. Generate an Attractive ROI
3. Accelerate Time to Value
4. Jump Start Innovation
Programs
5. Elasticity and Scale
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35. Speed of
deployment
3%
Streamlined Lower cost of
business ownership
processes 14%
31%
Access data
from anywhere
at anytime
Lower upfront 38%
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38. • Should be far better than you can afford
to deploy yourself
– Tier one data center(s)
– Encryption & hardened systems
– 24x7x365 operations
– Disaster recovery center
– Redundant hardware and networking
– SAS 70 type II audited – becoming
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39. • What encryption mechanisms do you use for customers’
data?
• In how many locations do you store customer data?
• What safeguards do you employ to ensure that different
customers’ data in a multitenant cloud is kept separate?
• How is your data center physically protected?
• Which of your employees have access to customers’ data?
• How do you authenticate users?
• How precisely can you specify the degree of access that
individual users have to data?
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40. 1. Embrace Change
2. Make a Business
Decision (not an IT
decision)
3. Think “Cloud = Outsourcing”
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Course Synopsis: Talk to any IT professional today, and they are certain to share how the cloud is quickly changing the computing landscape. But what is cloud computing, and how can organizations make the move? This session will provide an introduction to cloud computing and clear up some of the most common misconceptions. Topics covered will include the evolution of the cloud, IaaS vs. PaaS vs. SaaS, public vs. private clouds, expected benefits and what to consider migrating to the cloud and when.
Today we’ll start by discussing How we got to where we areWhat’s going on now in the industryI’ll take some time to de-mystify the terms associated with Cloud ComputingAnd I’ll talk about the different options for deploymentThen I’ll wrap up with a discussion of the benefits and concernsBefore we begin, let’s do a bit of housekeepingRestroomsTime CheckQuestions before we begin?
When it comes to technology innovation, I’m skeptical. I view technology as a tool, much like a shovel is to the ditch digger. I don’t spend my evenings tinkering with computers and you won’t find the latest gadget of the day attached to my belt – unless it adds real value to me. I’ve done the math on Cloud Computing and I can tell you that it is not just a fad – it’s here to stay and in the coming years, every business (including yours) will come to rely heavily on products that are delivered “In the Cloud.” So, it is important for you to understand what “The Cloud” really is and how it can benefit your firm. Congratulations for taking the initiative to learn more about what the future holds for you and your firm.
This slide represents the tremendous volume and speed at which the internet is moving. If you think you’re not “In the Cloud,” THINK AGAIN! Every day we entrust applications built in the cloud to do more and more for us.
Companies are investing heavily in cloud computing – because it makes sense! The fact that cloud now comprises more than one-third slice of IT budgets suggests the computing approach has gained serious traction within enterprises. And cloud isn’t just being brought in to enhance applications or to save money. One-fourth of respondents from the business side, in fact, report they believe cloud will play a critical role in shaping business strategy.Cloud may grab an even bigger slice of IT budgets in the next few years. Close to two-thirds of companies expect to increase cloud spending in the next 12 months. On average, organizations will increase cloud computing spending by 16%.Seven out of ten add that their IT departments needed to expand their skills base to keep up with cloud trends.Applications that companies will be moving to the cloud within the next three years include email/messaging; collaboration/conferencing; data storage; customer relationship management; and human resources. The strongest private cloud implementations will involve IT infrastructure management; security management; financials; and supply chain management — all planned by a majority of respondents.Even though there are higher short-term costs for implementing cloud initiatives, the majority of organizations (63%) agree or strongly agree that there will be long term cost savings. Concerns about security dominate, however, as the main barrier to cloud, cited by 70%. Concerns about access to information follow at a distant 40%.
Businesses are looking for better ways to deploy business management systems. Recently we asked several of our customers to provide feedback on how they are adopting SaaS in their organization.
So let’s take a few minutes to define some of the terms that are thrown around today with regard to the internet. Cloud Computing – Metaphor for “The Internet” , but it’s really more than that. Think of Cloud Computing as a process of outsourcing IT services on a subscription (rental) basis.
When you move applications to the “Cloud,” they are technically available from any device that has access to the internet, via Wifi or Wireless – tablet, smart phone, PC, or Laptop. I say “Technically Available” because usability issues with some legacy products may preclude them from being accessible on today’s mobile devices. Applications have to be smart enough to understand what device is accessing it and tailor the output for that device.
We really need to better define what is pushed to the Cloud and how that correlates to what you are currently doing today. We classify the outsourcing to the cloud three ways: IaaS – Infrastructure as a ServicePaaS – Platform as a ServiceSaaS – Software as a ServiceLet’s talk about each of these in a bit more detail
Most likely you are currently using an On Premise method of managing and delivering business technology to your staff and customers. In this example, you can see that you take responsibility for all facets of the infrastructure. You buy the applications and install them on the servers that you own. You take responsibility for installing all upgrades to the software. Backups, Security, hardware maintenance, etc. all fall to you to manage.
Many people feel that by keeping business systems on premise, they could more effectively control costs and manage and secure the data better. Security and reliability of on-premise business management systems are, for most organizations a myth. I can’t tell you how many businesses I’ve been in to where the server is located in an unsecure space – a broom closet, behind the receptionists desk, etc. Further, most organizations don’t have adequate backup capability and almost no one has a way to keep their server up and running if the electricity goes out. With many companies having remote offices or employees working from home or on the road, when your system goes down, you’re losing productivity and money. Very few businesses can claim to have anything CLOSE to a 99% uptime of their internal systems.
Infrastructure as a Service is the most basic of services. Think of this as having your server hosted by a 3rd party service. Vendors use Virtualization to lower costs of maintaining multiple servers.
Vendors that provide this service are generally experts at maintaining optimum performance of the equipment, but you are still responsible for installing and maintaining your applications. This means that you’ll still be managing upgrades, performing integrity checks, etc. Locally, RackSpace provides IAAS services
A term we hear a lot these days, whether in an on premise or hosted environment, is “Virtualization.” Essentially, virtualization software allows you to have a single server that can run multiple operating systems in their own environment, simultaneously.
Virtual Machines saves space, electricity, and cost. It allows administrators to more effectively balance loads and better use the resources available.
Many companies that talk about having a “Cloud Solution” are really just offering their products in a hosted or “Infrastructure as a Service” environment.
Platform as a Service takes on more responsibility for the infrastructure in that the database is also managed by the vendor.
When you hear Microsoft say, “Take it to the Cloud,” this is what they’re talking about.
A number of vendors have specialized in provide PaaS including Google with their App Engine and Microsoft with Windows Azure. You are still responsible for managing and updating the application programs as well as the content delivery.
So finally we come to Software as a Service, in which the vendor manages all aspects of your business management systems.
Everything is web-based and the infrastructure and delivery is managed by the vendor.
This brings us to how the data is stored in the cloud. You have probably heard the term, “Multi-Tenant” when talking about SaaS software. Multi-Tenant is a single database that serves multiple organizations. Single Tenant is when a vendor sets up a Physical or Virtual machine for every client. The results are generally the same, but the Multi-Tenant solution is much less expensive for the vendor to maintain because: Updates only have to be performed once on the single databaseMaintenance is performed on a single databaseSome people worry about the security of a Multi-Tenant solution, but this really isn’t an issue for products like NetSuite as they have a very sophisticated security system built in.
Public Cloud - Applications, storage, and other resources are made available to the general public by a service provider. These services are free or offered on a pay-per-use model. Generally, public cloud service providers like Microsoft and Google own and operate the infrastructure and offer access only via Internet (direct connectivity is not offered).Private Cloud - Dedicated system of servers, managed for a single enterprise. Servers can be either maintained on-premise or off-premise at a third party location. Private cloud provides greater control and performance, besides providing greater security for data and applications.Best suited for industries that are highly regulated (defense, healthcare, etc) and enterprises that run strategic applications that require high performanceHybrid Cloud - Combine the best of private cloud (security, control) and public cloud (flexibility, cost) installations. In a hybrid cloud installation, the enterprise maintains a private cloud that takes care of the normal workloads and utilize the public cloud during peak workloads and dealing with less sensitive data. Best suited for organizations dealing with data of various sensitivity and with highly variable workloads.
There are some great reasons that business is moving to the cloud. Reliability, Security, Scalability
But there’s another more sinister cost associated with On-Premise implementations. It’s called “Version Lock.”91% of all IT Budgets are focused on maintaining the status quo and only 9% is allocated towards innovation. The result? 66% of all customers running on-premise business management systems are on OLD VERSIONS of the software. Why is this important? Because companies that don’t stay current on their software will get locked in to the “OLD WAY” of doing business and won’t innovate. But it gets worse – After 4-6 years of being locked in to an old version of the software, the cost of upgrading is as much or more than the cost of changing systems entirely, so many business owners/managers opt to change entire systems. Businesses running on Cloud products are automatically updated as new version become available – it’s part of the fee. Plus, since vendors need to keep you on the current version, they have to make available training so that you’ll know what’s new in the software.
Here are the top 5 reasons business owners are turning to the cloud to solve their business issuesImproved Business Agility – Create, deploy, and manage business critical applications – quickly. Let’s say, for example that you get a new contract that requires you to hire an additional 20 employees. If your business systems are deployed on premise, you will have to upgrade or possibly replace your current hardware/software systems. This is time consuming and expensive. If you are implemented in the cloud, it is a simple phone call to add the additional users. Plus, when the project is over the costs sunk in to upgrading the on premise systems are sunk costs that cannot be recovered or reduced.Generate an attractive ROI – When comparing the cost of on premise vs. cloud, you have to consider the cost of purchasing, maintaining, and upgrading hardware over time. You must also calculate the potential cost of down time due to various hardware failures (virus, drive failures, natural disasters, etc.). There are also various labor costs that must be included in the analysis, such as cost of managing upgrades, backups, etc. Accelerate Time to Value – Time is money and putting your business systems on the cloud is FAST. On premise implementations require the creation of infrastructure and that takes time and money. Jump Start Innovation Programs – Once your business systems are implemented in the cloud, it is easy to provision a “Sandbox” to test new processes before going live. Elasticity and Scale – One of the key promises of cloud computing is limitless capacity. This elasticity and scalability are key factors in allowing small businesses to compete against the big boys. As your business expands, you don’t have to rely on IT staff and DBA’s to give you the tools you need to grow.
In other words, Increased productivity is a result of moving to the cloud, according to the Institute of Management Accountants. Streamlined operations, speed of deployment, lower TCO, are all important drivers, and of course, let’s not forget that a cloud solution is available anytime and anywhere that you have an internet connection
Adoption of the cloud is hindered by skepticism, so let’s talk about the concerns.
But some of you may have concerns about the cloud. Is my data secure? Is it Mature?Is it Reliable?Do I still own the data? YES! In the case of Deltek Vision, they have taken their Project Management software to the cloud by partnering with Amazon – one of the pioneers in cloud infrastructure. They have operated for several years with greater than a 99.95 percent up time. By the way, not many companies can boast that their systems have been up anywhere near as regularly over several years. Deltek Vision is the leading project management software in the PS space and no one has the maturity in the market that we do. And your data is yours – no matter what. If you decide to bring your system on premise for some reason, you can download it and import it in to whatever system you choose
While your concerns about a Cloud Based solution are valid, there are some things you can do to mitigate the possible dangers. Interview the vendor to insure they have the infrastructure in place to support your needsJust because a vendor offers a “Cloud” solution, doesn’t mean that it is secure. Recently, one of our customers implemented a IaaS solution, from an IT firm that advertised that they would host the server at their facilities. The idea of not having to manage backups, maintain the server(s), etc. was appealing. When a data issue occurred and a restore of the data was required, it took over 48 hours to get the backup restored, costing thousands of dollars in lost time. The really scary part of the story is that the IT vendor at one point told us that the restore had failed and they couldn’t recover ANY of the data!! Only after multiple tries and by employing the assistance of a 3rd party programmer were they able to recover the data. A Cloud provider MUST be able to insure they have a tier one data center, adequate staffing, redundancy, etc. – if they can’t provide that, they should not be entrusted with your business data. And just because it’s a “Big Name” doesn’t mean that they aren’t vulnerable. In February users of Microsoft Azure (PaaS) were unable to reach their data for over 48 hours because someone at Microsoft forgot to renew the Security Certificate for the entire Azure Network, causing a worldwide, cascading failure for all Azure users. (and BTW, they had a similar failure LAST February)!!!
There are a host of security and licensing issues to think about when considering a partnership with a Cloud provider. We have put a lot of thought in to how to determine if a vendor can meet your needs and in a moment, I’ll give you a way to receive our white paper that will help you wade through the issues and make a decision that is right for your firm.
Service Summary or DescriptionThe service summary section usually appears in the introductory section of the SLA. It should always state the name of the provider and the name of the customer. This summary will enumerate the obligations that you, the customer, must fulfill in order to satisfy the SLA. For example, you may be asked to provide up-to-date contacts, network topologies and customer escalation paths. This section will usually list the support level (e.g., gold or platinum) you have purchased. The support level determines how fast the service provider will respond to your service requests, how many service requests you’re allowed per week or month, how often you will be notified during emergencies, and most important, what your general service availability guarantee is. HardwareService providers host security services in a variety of ways. Some will install dedicated hardware at your site. Some will provide you with dedicated hardware, but it will sit in the provider’s own network operations center. And others will provide the security service through virtual domains that share, with other customers, the same physical hardware located (again) at the service provider's site. Regardless of the method used, the service provider should state clearly in the SLA how the service is to be provided. Once you’re sure of the hardware in use, you will be able to ask intelligent questions about hardware specification, performance, throughput, size, upgrades and so forth. SoftwareMost service providers use products from name-brand companies such as Check Point, ISS, Cisco, and others. Other service providers will use open-source software such as Snort for IDS. It’s important to know what software will be used for the service you have purchased. Your company may have specific requirements, such as avoiding unsupported open-source software on any of your IT infrastructure. In that case, software such as Snort may be out and the service provider must use vendor-supported products. Knowing what software is used also allows you to better understand the relationship between the service provider and the software vendor. For instance, if your service provider is using Cisco PIX as the firewall software but there’s no CCIE on staff, that would certainly be a cause for concern. Service AvailabilityThe service availability section may be the section you're most familiar with. This section describes exactly what service level guarantee you will receive. One of the most critical service-level guarantees is uptime percentage. For example, 99.5% uptime means that your site can potentially be down for 216 minutes per month without any penalty for the service provider. If the service is down more than the guaranteed level, the service provider will compensate you for that period of time. It is critical to understand what the service provider considers to be downtime. For example, most service providers will not consider upgrades to constitute service downtime; therefore, you will not be compensated for those periods of unavailability. Other service-level guarantees the agreement may specify include how fast the service provider will respond to your service requests, how long upgrades will take, how fast service providers will detect and report problems, and so forth. Another critical consideration is how the service provider will be penalized if the service-level guarantee is not met. In most cases it simply means the service provider won’t bill you for that period of time. Service RequestsSLAs generally provide for a number of standard service requests per month and a number of emergency service requests per month. Understanding when the service call will be considered an emergency request will allow you to properly plan for changes. For example, if the service provider considers any requests you want performed outside of standard business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday) to be emergency, and most of the changes you want fall outside of that time frame, you may have a problem. There are other things to consider when negotiating your service-request needs. Some service providers may limit the number of IT personnel from your company allowed to open service requests. Others may consider certain service requests to count as two requests. Some service providers may charge extra for certain service requests. Naturally, the list goes on. Monitoring and ReportingNetwork administrators can find it extremely frustrating if they’re unable to quickly perform troubleshooting when the network is unexpectedly down, or if they don't have the resources to quickly do forensic analysis when an incident is detected. These days, service providers are doing a much better job of providing reports to customers on bandwidth utilization, uptime analysis and log management. However, there’s still quite a bit of difference among service providers, and you'll need to ask a number of questions. For example, does your service provider offer the most up-to-date configuration online for your review? Will you receive daily, weekly or monthly reports based on your firewall, IDS or VPN logs? What about ad hoc or custom reports so you can perform troubleshooting or forensic analysis? And will you be assured of backups of all configurations? Availability, responsiveness, quality and communication are important elements to consider for any service provider SLA. In the next four articles in this series, we will discuss each of the above sections in detail, including the specific considerations for each topic, why it matters, what you should expect and the norms are among service providers.
Embrace Change - The cloud represents a once-in-a-decade opportunity for business executives to reinvent their organizations. For small businesses, the economic benefits of consuming externally hosted resources and services are too compelling to ignore.Make a Business Decision (not an IT Decision) - The business value of the cloud is impressive. Evaluate the many benefits and total cost of ownership of cloud solutions and compare them with traditional alternatives.Think “Cloud = Outsourcing” - External clouds are simply “Version 2.0” of the global trend to outsource functionality in order to realize business value. Therefore, it is critical that companies evaluate their choice of a cloud vendor in the same way that they evaluate and select an outsourcing partner.