Server Consolidation
Server Consolidation is defined as combining the functions performed by many servers into a fewer number of servers. From a practical perspective server consolidation tends to include more than just server reduction. There are several benefits that come with engaging in server consolidation, such as:
- Datacenter optimization
- Reduced server foot prints
- Reduced energy usage
- Reduced system deployment time
- Easy system migration
- Increased reliabilty and redundancy
- Increased hardware utilization
- Increased system up time
Most of the IT professionals are familiar with the concept of consolidation though virtualization. Server consolidation, when executed right, provides substantial cost savings, and it is possible to recover the investment cost of a server consolidation within 6 months (depending on the environment). TannerNet Technologies follows the IBM Methodology of server consolidation, using the study in a wider scope to include the development of an IT optimization strategy. The implementation of a consolidated infrastructure provides cost benefits and positions organizations to reduce operating costs in the future. It is a solution that we at TannerNet can confidently perform as we are teamed with IBM, the industry leader of Infrastructure Consolidation.
If your firm is interested in server consolidation, contact us today for a free consultation and server consolidation study.
