IT White Papers

For over 20 years Mosaic Technology has provided IT Infrastructure solutions to companies around the world. We help companies evaluate their IT environments and develop solutions that meet IT and business needs.

V-Accelerate

Integrated Virtualization – Planning, Design, Components, Implementation.

Mosaic’s V-Accelerate is a complete integrated virtualization implementation. Using VMware as a foundation we work with you to design a solution that meets your business, technology, and budget requirements. Our experience shows us that virtualization involves more than server consolidation.

We take our experience and work with you in a defined process with predictable costs that includes:

• Assessment
• Configuration
• Implementation

VMware Insights: Backup and Recovery Implications

The focus of this paper is what impact virtualization has on backup and recovery.

Virtualization gives companies new ways to deploy and manage application architectures. VMware lets you take management and virtualization to the next level with their latest release of VMware Infrastructure 3.

While most people initially look at VMware from a server consolidation perspective you soon discover that virtualization can alter the way you view your entire infrastructure – from apps to network to storage and disaster recovery.

Internet Securty Trends for 2007

At the highest level, 2006 saw an increase in both the sophistication and the volume of Internet security threats.

This comprehensive report will explain why many many end-users are concluding that "spam is back."

With a massive surge, spam is causing businesses to increase throughput on their email gateways just to keep legitimate email flowing. This has led to email delays, and a huge increase in spam appearing in mail boxes. This guide contains information on:

• Spammers created triple the volume of image-based spam in 2006.
• Virus and Spyware trends.
• An investigative report - a look behind the curtain at organizations that send spam.

"Internet Securtity Trends for 2007" will give you a complete breakdown on these growing threats and provide information to "Win the Fight with Best Practices."

 

Extending D2D to Offsite DR: The ROI Case for Wan Vaulting.

Every now and then we come across a well written white paper that – even though it’s sponsored by a vendor – presents a compelling argument.

That's the case with "Extending D2D to Offsite DR: The ROI Case for Wan Vaulting."

Written by Barb Goldworm of Focus Consulting for Data Domain, it uses case studies to show the benefits of deduplication and D2D backup and how it can be extended to deliver cost effective offsite data protection and DR.

This is a well thought out and well written effort. It shows how to build a case for WAN vaulting using direct and indirect savings, TCO, ROI and payback periods. However, this is not a detailed math and formula guide – it uses real world examples with appropriate tables and graphs.

"Extending D2D…" offers substance and readability.

 

The Case for Pre-owned and Refurbished Computer Hardware

There are a wide range of companies offering used computer equipment. You need to apply due diligence selecting a source company for used gear.

Research and references are essential – as well as the ability of the company to deliver. If a deal appears to be too good to be true – it just might be –especially in an on-line auction with product offered "as is."

In the end, the rules for success when buying new or used computer equipment are the same.

• Know your technology requirements to avoid paying for unnecessary upgrades.
• Take time to check out prospective vendors so you select a provider that can be counted on for quality equipment and responsive technical support.

The New Backup Model: Disk Alternatives Explored

Like most of IT, backup has changed. Now there's more data to backup and less time to do it.

In "The New Backup Model: Disk Alternatives Explored," free whitepaper you'll get an overview of the five disk alternatives:

• Continuous data protection
• Disk to disk to tape
• Back-end compression
• Filer-based data protection
• Disk-based data protection

We cover strengths, weaknesses, and acrchetectual fit of each alternative. This is a good objective overview of where backup is headed.

The Obsolescence of Tape or A Business Case for Disk Backup

One of the most tedious and complex jobs in the world of IT used to be data backup. Not anymore.

This paper first examines the state of the industry relative to Disk-to-Disk (D2D) adoption. It explores the issues

• tape backup
• cost aspects of new, less expensive disk with capacity optimization
• tangible and intangible benefits of moving to D2D

The second half of the paper discusses financial analysis such as Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Return on Investment (ROI) and payback periods and how they can build a strong business case for D2D and Capacity Optimized Storage (COS). We present three case studies of actual users who are moving from tape to D2D in varying degrees (from disk backup as nearline storage with no changes in tape backup procedures, to a complete elimination of tape).

Healthcare Bulletin: Data Protection

Data Protection Solution ideal for any healthcare environment.

St. Peter's Hospital recently implemented Axion, a disk-based backup solution and award winning technology that is gaining nationwide recognition in the healthcare industry saving them $250K. The Axion solution met all of the hospital’s requirements and yielded an immediate return on investment.

• reduce backup window by 90%
• increase security of data
• reduce network traffic
• comply with regulatory standards set by JCAHO & HIPPA
• decrease operational expenses significantly
• provide off-site disaster recovery with replication

Backup and Archiving Emerging Trends

It's a straightforward discussion of the technology and where it fits.

In this guide we cover such topics as:

• Data Classification
• Backup vs. Archiving
• Technology comparisons/options
• Trends in disk and tape

Clearly written, "Backup and Archiving Emerging Trends" is appropriate for both technical and non-technical professionals.

"Backup and Archiving Emerging Trends" will give you a sound, unbiased overview of an area that continues to evolve and develop creative alternatives.

Backup and Archiving - A Reference for the Rest of Us

Too Many Backup and Archiving Options Confusing the Issue?

Get your free copy of our objective and vendor neutral overview of old and new backup and archiving technologies and choices.

Clearly written, "Backup and Archiving – A Reference for the Rest of Us" is appropriate for both technical and non-technical professionals.

"Backup and Archiving – A Reference for the Rest of Us" will give you a sound, unbiased overview of an area that continues to evolve and develop creative alternatives.

A Business Case for Disk Based Data Protection

Dramatic reductions in the cost of disk along with new Capacity Optimization (CO) or commonality factoring techniques yielding 20:1 data reduction ratios change the data protection market landscape.

This new cost formula, coupled with very real benefits in improved reliability, faster backups and restores, reduced management issues, and regulatory compliance create a new paradigm for data protection.

Disk is now a viable, cost- competitive option for both local backup and offsite Disaster Recovery protection.

Case Study - Virtua Health (from Mimosa Systems)

Miscommunication can be avoided with a simple Email Management System.

Email has become the dominant way for employees and organizations to exchange business critical information. As the volume of emails continues to increase daily, it becomes challenging to establish an effective control. Many companies struggle to access and retain email based corporate records to meet regulatory requirements, practices and internal mandates.

In the Case Study, you will get a clear overview of Virtua Health’s situation before and after implementing Near Point, a proven Email Management solution.

Exchange Data Management

Why Traditional Methods - Tape, Disk, and Archiving Fall Short.

E-mail has grown from nice utility to business critical application. Legal and regulatory requirements are forcing companies to retain and manage a large and growing volume of e-mail for longer periods. The cost -- in both dollars and resources -- is rising dramatically. In "Exchange Data Management: Why Tape, Disk, and Archiving Fall Short" we examine why these traditional approaches are failing. And we propose alternatives.

iSCSI Basics: A Practical Introduction

iSCSI has the potential to change the data storage landscape.

It's a straightforward discussion of the technology and where it fits.

In this guide we cover such topics as:

• How iSCSI works
• Where does iSCSI fit in the Enterprise
• Can it co-exist with Fibre Channel
• Why iSCSI?

Clearly witten and jargon free, "iSCSI Basics" is appropropriate for both technical and non-technical professionals. It will give you a sound, unbiased introduction to a new and emerging technology.

New Directions in Backup and Archiving (with Quantum)

Tape and disk store more and cost less than ever.

How effectively you use these tools depends in large part onhow you view your data.In "New Directions in Backup and Archiving" we look at data classification as the starting point of the tape vs. disk discussion. Then we present a practical, objective assessment of where technology intersects with requirements.

In this guide we cover such topics as:

• Data Classification
• Backup vs. Archiving
• Technology comparisons/options
  
• Trends in disk and tape

Data Classification: Key to a Successful Tiered Storage Strategy

A second opinion might help.

If you're like many IT Managers you get bombarded with information and data about products, services, and solutions - mostly supplied by the same people who are trying to sell you a product.

At Mosaic Technology we offer independent storage, backup, and networking solutions. We can give you an unbiased independent view of your IT environment or project.We give you independent technical input to your IT planning and execution. We work with you to understand and identify solutions that work for you. Solutions we propose are always driven by your needs not by a specific manufacturer or technology.

The best way to experience the Mosaic Value is to see for yourself. Every IT department is on a continual improvement path. We can give you an independent set of eyes on specific areas of your operations.

It won't cost you a dime and you will get fresh, independent, vendor neutral input into your backup, storage, network, or related area.

Contact us to make an appointment.
East Coast: 603-898-5966 -- West Coast: 425-462-5004

Backup and Archive Storage Choices (from Quantum)

In response your data protection options have multiplied.In "Backup and Archive Storage Choices" we address key issues surrounding new evolving data protection models.

In it you'll see:

• Backup vs. Archive
• Active archive vs. deep archive
• Cost of archiving
• Cost of disk vs. tape
• DLT vs. LTO

You'll also get a detailed presentation of total cost of ownership comparisons of disk to tape, different types of tape, and disk to disk to tape.

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Why Mosaic?

Mosaic's deep understanding of the storage marketplace, competitive prices and quick delivery will make you a customer for life.

We constantly train on the latest technology so we can provide educated independent input.

Our engineers and account managers team with you to find solutions that meet your requirements and your budget.

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