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Performance is the key consideration for IT when managing data from big applications such as Oracle, SAP and Siebel. But cost reduction runs a very close second.
IT vendors often claim their software is optimised to run on their hardware, and clearly contractual arrangements and pricing can be geared up to make "lock down" an attractive offer. But commitment to a single vendor can make IT buyers nervous.
In this web seminar, in association with IBM, we will share Computing's research, which shows what applications are running on what hardware in UK datacentres.
Our expert panel will discuss the conundrum that IT faces – the decision between best-of-breed technology or best deal in the market? IT teams want to have their cake and eat it: the best software on the best hardware and the lowest possible cost.
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