Next-Generation Infrastructure

Analysis, opinion, and how-to information from SHI’s cloud and data center experts

Is your public sector organization struggling to finance your dream project? There’s probably a grant for that!

February 20, 2020
Often, public sector organizations are forced to put their dream projects on hold – or scrap them entirely – because they lack proper funding or resources to get the initiative off the ground.

WVD vs. RDS: How to choose the remote desktop option in Microsoft Azure that fits you best:
Because of recent networking developments, the answer may surprise you.

January 30, 2020
If you’re ready to move to Azure, does it make more sense to “lift and shift” your existing Remote Desktop Services (RDS) to Azure? Or should you switch to Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD), the PaaS (re-factor) version of RDS?

Why DevOps needs to be part of enterprise cloud adoption:
Drive your cloud adoption and stay competitive

December 10, 2019
“To cloud or not to cloud” was once the question enterprise IT departments asked themselves.

Is your Office 365 spend optimized? Here’s how to make sure.

November 26, 2019
If it feels like your Office 365 (O365) cloud spend has gotten out of hand, you’re not alone.

SHI’s Austin office named a Best Place to Work:
Austin American-Statesman names SHI a Top Workplace for the greater Austin area.

November 4, 2019
SHI’s Austin, Texas office has once again been named one of the city’s top places to work!

Windows Virtual Desktop on Azure is here. It might be right for you.:
Are you ready for a cloud-based VDI experience?

October 31, 2019
Microsoft announced Windows Virtual Desktop’s move from public preview to general availability worldwide.

Enterprise architecture for AWS: Why it’s essential and how to get started:
SHI can help you implement a strategic approach

October 29, 2019
Enterprise architecture creates standards for planning, designing, & deploying your workloads in the cloud.

Optimize data protection and digital transformation with cloud:
Better data protection leads to better data availability.

September 24, 2019
IDC research shows that 60% of organizations have embarked on a digital transformation journey. Here's why.

AWS Well-Architected Review: What it is, and why it matters

September 19, 2019
The AWS WAR framework allows your solution architects to take a lifecycle approach to managing your AWS workload.

Is it possible to remain cloud neutral?:
It may depend on your priorities.

August 29, 2019
Going all in with a cloud-first mentality doesn’t mean you need to be married to a single vendor.

Cloud optimization: Cut your cloud bill in half with a simple assessment

August 20, 2019
Here’s how a cloud optimization assessment works & why you should make them a regular practice.

What you need to know about Windows Virtual Desktop:
Is a VDI approach the best fit for your organization?

August 6, 2019
The benefits to virtual desktop infrastructure are many, but how do you get started with VDI?

Bundling DaaS and VDI: Why combining the two is good for business

July 30, 2019
The hybrid workforce is here to stay and the need for a safe and reliable desktop experience remains.

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