Hybrid cloud technology is becoming a standard model for many modern enterprises, but the terminology can be difficult to fathom. This glossary of 25 hybrid cloud terms will help you gain an understanding of the fundamentals of this important information technology infrastructure. From the glossary: For enterprises around the world, cloud computing has changed the […]

Many IT and business leaders are weighing the pros and cons of moving applications to the cloud. A number of key factors play into the decision, such as an application’s scalability, security and compliance concerns, and manageability. This simple tool is designed to help you assess the importance of each factor to determine which applications […]

Most organizations enter the market of on-demand IT services with Software as a Service. But in addition to SaaS, companies can now use platforms, infrastructure and more in the cloud, consuming services as needed. With the public cloud services market positioned to grow in the coming years, Tech Pro Research conducted a survey to find […]

For enterprises using cloud services with IoT, it's critical to adhere to as many security practices as possible. Experts weigh in on the best approaches to take.

To get the most out of Salesforce, enterprises must hire employees with the right mix of technical expertise, business acumen, and communication and collaboration skills. This kit includes a job description, sample interview questions, and a basic want ad to help you zero in on the qualities and qualifications you need in a Salesforce developer. […]

Is Everything as a Service the future of business? Tech Pro Research is conducting a survey to find out what services companies are already using, and what they're planning to adopt.

IoT isn't just for the big players-in fact, smaller companies often have better agility to implement practical initiatives for both internal operations and commercialized solutions.

In a recent Tech Pro Research survey, respondents said they chose a hybrid cloud model because they were concerned about the higher cost of on-premises solutions.

Hybrid cloud is a familiar concept for most business leaders now, and many are looking to this model as a way to save on hardware costs. In May and June 2017, Tech Pro Research conducted a survey to find out how widespread hybrid cloud adoption is, what factors are important in choosing vendors, and and […]

Once companies enlist a SaaS vendor, they often ignore enhancements that could benefit the business. See how to ensure that your organization optimizes the value of its SaaS software utilization.

Powerful trends are pushing the global community to develop more smart cities and invest in connected technologies, as the world population increases and more people move to urban environments. This ebook looks at smart city growth from several angles and offers real-world examples of where and how the tech is being planned and implemented. From […]

Selecting the right VPN provider for your needs requires a fair bit of legwork because the choices are many and the offerings vary greatly. This quick-glance chart rounds up 15 of the top contenders and compares them across criteria such as OpenVPN support, pricing, connections, and logging. More on VPN selection: The virtual private network […]

It’s one thing for a company to create a cybersecurity strategy, but it’s another thing entirely to put strategy into practice. In February 2018, Tech Pro Research surveyed 236 professionals, aiming to find out how companies are doing in both areas. The survey contained the following questions: Does your company have a formal, written cybersecurity […]

Employee collaboration is increasingly critical for business success, and SharePoint is one of the tools that makes it possible. This ebook offers an overview of SharePoint's features, common use cases, a few caveats for enterprise deployment, and practical tips for customizing and managing a SharePoint site. From the ebook: For many enterprises, team collaboration is […]

Cybersecurity prevention efforts shouldn’t overshadow your ability to respond and recover in the event of an attack. This ebook offers advice from security experts on how to recover from a cyberattack with the least amount of damage and disruption. From the ebook: Suffering a data breach can be catastrophic for a company—and for the people […]

Far too many enterprises are unprepared to comply with the GDPR provisions, even though those organizations are liable for the consequences if they don’t. This checklist provides a baseline assessment of your company’s preparedness. More on the GDPR: A lack of awareness about the forthcoming introduction of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)--a new set of […]

Smart office technology holds promises of improved collaboration, energy efficiency, safety, health, and more. But do these devices and apps measure up in reality? In January 2018, Tech Pro Research, surveyed 246 professionals about their experiences. The survey contained the following questions: What smart office technology are you currently using? What effect do these products […]

The GDPR is designed to protect the personal data of all EU citizens and will be enforced on any organization, regardless of location, that collects and/or processes personal data. Failing to comply with the GDPR could be a costly, and potentially devastating, mistake. This policy will help ensure compliance before the law takes effect on […]

There’s a vast selection of software containers, as well as proprietary and open source hypervisors—which makes it tough to zero in on the best solution for your virtual container needs. This side-by-side comparison chart will help you weigh the options. More about virtualization technologies: Server virtualization For server use, the most optimal solution may come […]

The chief diversity officer develops, implements, and monitors enterprise-wide programs that promote the hiring of employees with diverse cultural and educational experiences. This hiring kit includes a job description, sample interview questions, and a basic want ad you can use for your candidate recruitment search. From the job description: Introduction The success of any business […]