Solutions - Server & Storage Consolidation

Server consolidation is an approach to the efficient usage of computer server resources in order to reduce the total number of servers or server locations that an organisation requires. The practice developed in response to the problem of server sprawl, a situation in which multiple, under-utilised servers take up more space and consume more resources than can be justified by their workload.

Storage consolidation, also called storage convergence is a method of centralising data storage among multiple servers. The objective is to facilitate data backup and archiving for all subscribers in an enterprise, while minimising the time required to access and store data. Other desirable features include simplification of the storage infrastructure, centralised and efficient management, optimised resource utilisation, and low operating cost.

Reducing costs and enhancing utilisation are recurring themes in any modern customer IT
strategy. The server and storage infrastructure in-situ in many customer environments
presents rich opportunities for both customer and reseller alike. Bell Micro can help channel
partners to scope and deliver the most thorough consolidation exercises and ensure the
opportunity is maximised.

Get a full description of the consolidation issue here from our datasheet on the key IT topic, it illustrates the technologies to consider and how Bell Micro Partner Services can extend your storage sales proposition.

For more information please contact the Partner Services Hotline on 01706 898 387 from the UK, 0160 15024 from Ireland or email partner.services@bellmicro.eu.