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Application Delivery
Creating a Flexible, Service-centric Network Architecture
Published September 2007
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Introduction |
The effect of changing social patterns on business models cannot be ignored, with more and more of the workforce now based away from head office. A growing proportion of the workforce is also becoming more mobile, meaning that organisations must cater for them in corporate and IT strategies. The expectation is that it will be possible to work remotely, roam freely, and be able to use any type of device. However, there is an increased business risk to this freedom, with the main issues being the security of information outside the confines of the office and the ability to effectively manage the wider environment.
Today, IT departments employ a variety of point-solutions and technologies in order to accommodate flexible working practices. With the trend for employee decentralisation and information dissemination showing no sign of abating, now is the time for IT departments to adopt a holistic approach to application delivery and IT infrastructure access. The IT manager must be able to provide services that are appropriate to the many different roles and scenarios found in the organisation today.
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