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Why Is the Configuration Management Database Both Praised and Reviled? For the novice the configuration management database (CMDB) can be a daunting task when considered in its entirety. To the seasoned pro and others, however, it might be viewed as a complete waste of resources. Joe Townsend looks at why the CMDB is praised—and yet reviled at the same time. |
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Taking Time Off to Benefit Innovation What a great idea it would be to be able to spend 10 percent of your time—or 15 or even 20 percent—away from your projects developing new ideas and focusing on projects of personal interest. It turns out that the idea is hardly new. Naomi Karten writes how taking time off can benefit innovation. |
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Emerging Cloud Standards—Infrastructure First? While network standards that form the backbone of the Internet are widely accepted, cloud standards have been adopted more slowly by the community and the marketplace. As cloud infrastructure technology matures, increased vendor interest is driving a renewed effort to create viable standards. |
