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August 9, 2011  9:04 AM

Compatible versus Compliant – buyer beware!



Posted by: Carrie Higbie
buyer beware, compatible products, Standards

Standards are there for a reason.  They are a least common denominator for all things to work and play well with others in the same standards arena.  For years, some companies come out with compatible cable, electronics, etc.  It is important to note that there is a HUGE difference between the...

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May 27, 2011  5:46 PM

Save $275,000 (it will only cost you >$2,000,000 to do it!)



Posted by: Carrie Higbie
Data Center Ecosystem, Data Center Manager, Standards, Top of Rack

Vendor loyalty is great if the vendor is really providing you with a benefit.  Vendor loyalty that is blind and misplaced is costly and stupid.  Yes I typed it- STUPID!  When a vendor is a business partner and takes care of your needs by saving you REAL money, (not imaginary money) and they...

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