Archive for August, 2010
Veeam and Vizioncore (Quest Software) seem intent on one-upmanship, especially when it comes to first-mover status for rapid recovery capabilities in VMware environments. Veeam has Instant VM Recovery while Vizioncore has FlashRestore; end-users just care that vendors are focused on rapid recovery techniques.
Veeam is taking advantage of VMware snaps ...
In between the cloud rhetoric and virtualization hyperbole at this year’s VMworld, I’m starting to see a few significant announcements.
RSA Security made one of these by introducing virtualization intelligence in its Archer compliance suite.
What’s the big deal? IT operations needs standard server configurations to meet compliance ...
"There are a lot of different factors at play," said Bob Laliberte, a senior analyst at Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) in Milford, Mass.
via Data center outsourcing dilemma: CIOs weigh in on owning vs. renting.
Medium-sized enterprises, between 100 and 1,000 employees, may have the most to gain from the integrated product, according to Enterprise Strategy Group analyst Lauren Whitehouse.
via NetApp, Syncsort Team up on Data Protection - PCWorld Business Center.
"A cohesive desktop strategy should provide secure, direct access to many types of applications, including SAAS [software as a service] and legacy and mobile applications, regardless of device type or location," said Mark Bowker, senior analyst with Enterprise Strategy Group.
via VMware Upgrades Its Virtualized Desktop Lineup - Virtualization from eWeek.
So, it’s been a busy old week or two in the land of fun and speculation – and, yes, when I say that, I’m talking storage! The last two Mondays have been dominated by ‘thin’ news – first Dell bids for 3PAR and then HP enters (at least ...
"Regardless of what anyone claims, money is the only factor that will determine the outcome," said Steve Duplessie, lead analyst at research firm Enterprise Strategy Group.
via Dell, HP bidding war for 3Par heats up - Computerworld.
An industry friend just sent me a story from the Wall Street Journal proclaiming that security management leader ArcSight will be acquired within the next week. The story goes on to say that the likely buyers include Oracle, HP, EMC, IBM, and CA.
Hmm. First of all, anyone ...
Enterprise Strategy Group founder and senior analyst Steve Duplessie believes HP will respond with a higher offer. He expects HP will eventually win out when the bidding reaches about $35.00 per share.
via Dell Ups the Ante in 3PAR Bidding War — EnterpriseStorageForum.com.
"Dell's bid was always and still remains about more than just storage," said Enterprise Strategy Group analyst Mark Peters.
via 3Par turns to HP for "superior" deal, snubbed Dell may raise bid - International Business Times.
