Alcatel-Lucent Launches New Rapport Software Platform for Enterprise, Service Providers

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	Alcatel-Lucent Launches New Rapport Software Platform for Enterprise, Service Providers Alcatel-Lucent has launched a new software platform designed to cut the cost and complexity of embedding and integrating voice, video, and messaging services into any application. To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here Read More   WEBCAST: Rimini Street Navigating Operating Costs and Roadmap Uncertainties for SAP New innovation and updates in core ERP lag as SAP focuses all its attention on a long-term, high-risk "re-platform" strategy with its newly announced S/4HANA suite. Join us on May 14th at 1:00 p.m. EST for a live discussion and expert insight. Learn More In this Issue 8 DEMO Traction products you have to see What has changed now that Microsoft's Lync is Skype for Business? INSIDER 9 tips for speeding up your business Wi-Fi INSIDER Revenge of the Nerds: Starting salaries for Class of 2015 techies top $100K WHITE PAPER: Aerohive Rethinking Enterprise Wireless Networks This paper from IDC explores the trends, challenges, and solutions that the latest generations of WiFi architecture deliver. View Now>> 8 DEMO Traction products you have to see Introducing DEMO TractionImage by DEMO Conference via FacebookThe long-running DEMO conference kicked off with a new twist this morning – rather than focusing solely on new startups, the DEMO Traction show is shining a light on the companies that are gaining momentum in the market. Here are 10 companies to keep an eye on.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here Read More   WHITE PAPER: Aerohive WLAN Buyer's Guide It is crucial to thoroughly understand the systems management capabilities of any WLAN being considered, since this will be the largest ongoing expense of the overall deployment. Learn how to evaluate properly by reading Aerohive's WLAN Definitive Guide. View Now>> What has changed now that Microsoft's Lync is Skype for Business? Just one month after releasing a technical preview, Microsoft has announced the availability of the new Skype for Business client and Skype for Business Online, its planned replacement for the Lync communication software.Skype for Business is part of the April monthly upgrade for Office 2013, while Skype for Business Online is going to be introduced into Office 365. It will eventually replace Lync Online, however, customers who need a little more time to migrate over to Skype for Business Online will have the option to switch from Lync for at least a little while.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here Read More   WHITE PAPER: Aerohive The Network Impact of 802.11ac This paper discuss two approaches for efficient WLAN design. Both let you integrate 802.11ac into your WLAN and help lay the foundation for future, high-speed technologies. View Now>>   INSIDER 9 tips for speeding up your business Wi-Fi The days are long past when a fast office Wi-Fi connection was a nice-to-have. These days it's essential for your business to provide clients and employees alike with a speedy, reliable wireless network.6. Disable lower data rates and standardsTo read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here(Insider Story) Read More     INSIDER Revenge of the Nerds: Starting salaries for Class of 2015 techies top $100K The nation's premier tech colleges are reporting white-hot demand for seniors majoring in computer science and other IT-related fields.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here(Insider Story) Read More
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