The HP Data Centre Transformation Experience Workshop

A truly effective and efficient data centre operation is vital for all large organizations wishing to align their IT investments with business requirements, capitalise on change, reduce operational expenditure and establish a Green energy culture. Many people think that transforming their current data centre infrastructure and operations is rocket science, but that isnt the case. With the right know-how it can be simple and rewarding. What if, before taking your next step, you could see into the future and quantify the opportunities and risks? What if, it was crystal clear what you can achieve between now and the next three to nine months and how you achieve it? The HP Data Centre Transformation Experience is a unique, slide-free and practical simulated walk through that makes this possible in only half a day. Come in and discover your future with us. The HP Data Centre Transformation Experience helps you to: Realise the scope, scale and all critical success factors for your Data Centre Transformation project Identify quick wins that generate momentum Gain stakeholder buy-in and give more traction to any existing IT Consolidation project Leverage best practises in consolidation, virtualisation, automation, service, power and facilities management and Dynamic Smart Cooling Lay out your next steps in a roadmap Make informed strategy decisions related to data centre facilities and locations, Infrastructure, Information and Application Consolidation, IT Sourcing and Governance HP is in the process of radically transforming its own data centre facilities and operations as part of its overall IT transformation setting the standard for business to IT alignment. HP has over 15 years experience in IT infrastructure and data centre transformations for multi-national companies, resulting in 2030% IT cost reductions, impressive agility improvements and quality awards. Now is not the time to reinvent the wheel. Now is the time to achieve more with less. Syngenta consolidates Data Centre Infrastuctures.

Our ambition was to reduce cost, simplify and upgrade the infrastructure, and introduce new functionality for our business, all at the same time, says Martin Walker, chief information officer for Syngenta. We wanted to reduce our operational complexity and costs, improve Syngentas ability to collaborate internally and externally and we also wanted to significantly update and upgrade our mobility options the ability for users to work in remote locations and use Internet access points for email and other applications
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Ten Zones, One Goal: Experience Data Centre Transformation Live

In order to give you more insight into the critical success factors and stages of a Data Centre Transformation, the HP Data Centre Transformation Experience takes you through ten zones. Zone 1: Setting the Scene What is your corporate vision and what benefits are you seeking? How can your IT Data Centre make a difference? What business initiatives and business services do you want to support with your Data Centre Transformation project? Which results do you want to achieve, and when? What does success look like to you? How do you ensure business benefits are realised? Zone 2: Governance In this zone, well discuss IT governance as the formal process of defining the strategy of the Data Centre Transformation and overseeing its execution to achieve the goals of the enterprise. Effective transformation processes and a formal governance framework will clearly identify roles, responsibilities, controls, Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and Key Risk Indicators (KRI). Zone 3: Transformation Journey Once your current situation is clearly understood, we will discuss what a successful transformation will look like for you. This will allow us to identify the shape and focus of your organisation and achieve the goals you have defined. Zone 4: Program Management In this zone well look at key Data Centre Transformation program management success factors when undertaking Data Centre Transformation. Well talk about the importance of sponsor and stakeholder involvement; clearly defined actions and owners; consistency of approach across all work streams; adherence to set timescales and milestones; and risk mitigation and escalations. Zone 5: Value Contribution A successful Data Centre Transformation relies on generating momentum by focusing on business priorities and delivering tangible short, medium and long-term results. Quick Wins are instrumental in creating momentum, and typical examples are explored in this zone. Zone 6: Facilities Transformation The foundation of any efficient and effective data centre operation is the data centre environmental infrastructure. Rationalising data centre locations, ensuring sufficient space for expansion and reducing energy consumption are key business priorities today . In this zone we explore these priorities and the practical steps to transforming Data Centre facilities in to a modern aligned environment.

Zone 7: Infrastructure Transformation Technology is the vital component within the data centre to deliver IT services In this zone, the impact of Virtualisation and consolidation on the data centre IT real estate to create an adaptive infrastructure is discussed within the context of transforming the data centre operation and services. A structure approach to consolidation, migration and transition of all elements of the IT systems in the data centre, are an integral part of any transformation journey. Zone 8: Management Transformation Measurement activities are key to the smooth running of the data centre and meeting the service management goals set out. This zone describes how the management processes and systems are transformed to maximise the achievement of the key business priorities while minimising operational overheads and costs. Management systems provide the vital link between business management and IT management. Zone 9: Organisational Change Implementing Data Centre Management as part of the overall transformation relies on cultural and sometimes organisational change. By managing and communicating effectively and clearly identifying the potential issues, we can help people move through the transition. HPs change fundamentals help establish the correct skill set and approach for success. Zone 10: The Interactive Zone The Data Centre Roadmap. In this zone we will discuss the specifics of your current situation and your long-term vision. We will use what we have learned in the previous zones to prioritise issues and the time frame in which they need to be addressed. You will leave this zone with a roadmap of activities to address your high-priority issues.

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