* Budgeting approaches reflect views of data center function
* Two trends at work on data centers
* Pinning down a definition of ‘data center’
* Consolidation is needed to keep up with growth, not just cut costs
* Virtualization can actually increase complexity
* Evaluating outsourcing for data centers
* You can segment and still remain flexible
* Tips for managing data centers both preventively and reactively
* Converge network and security operations centers to focus on the business
* Integrating management of data center facilities with information systems