Did you know that adopting a simple virtualized infrastructure could result in total server cost reduction of 35 percent*? According to Arrow’s research, virtualization is one of the top- three information technology needs of companies in today’s market.

Virtualization is the framework or methodology of dividing the resources of a computer into multiple execution environments. It reduces costs and saves server space in several different ways. It can increase the utilization of a server, decrease outages, create an easier environment to roll out new infrastructure and services, and reduce IT support needed to maintain a server.

Arrow Enterprise Computing Solutions is assisting resellers globally in selecting the virtualization solutions that best fits their customers’ needs. Backup and recovery is an area where several virtualization options exist, which can assist with reducing storage while still remaining aligned with archival needs for governmental regulations.

Arrow ECS is a leading distributor of virtualization software. ECS’ believes its portfolio serves the needs of all enterprise and midmarket businesses, which are mainly focused on reducing costs and enhancing system management. ECS’ vendor partnerships provide a range of products and services to support strategies across all areas of virtualization, including server, storage, application, desktop and networks.

For more information on virtualization solutions please visit Arrow ECS.

* IDC. Al Gillen, Randy Perry, Tim Crieser “Business Value of Virtualization Realizing the Benefits of Integrated Solutions” whitepaper, July 2008