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   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("index.html", "RG Solutions", "rg solutions nbsp home shared resource costing we specialize in the of resources past sharing was limited to proprietary mainframes and their associated users that is say processing only on one system based community different mainframe has long supported usage attribution very robust set tools support this with introduction open systems software oriented architecture now includes inter as well intra rich not portable environment new techniques required for are organization does focused fair consistent capital investment costs clients business units use those under traditional chargeback showback cost “recovered” annually depreciation amount dictated by tax code leads unfair inconsistent pricing our approach focus total ownership resulting price model expenditure annual expenses asset life lifetime green calculation time value money couple tco cycle you have ability establish fixed can consist commodity or specialized some combination both further complicated single be dedicated manner understand these requirements utilize metering workload technologies technology allows us accurately attribute more even if they platforms power logical group unit but dynamic sensing day week believe true understanding will benefit whole mostly end user client it governance stakeholders want responsible need reliable information do so must friendly terms predictable fulfill requirement due reliance its funding provide charge require periodic over adjustments result explainable above all coupled fix disk file servers etc how behavior translates decision may demand other criteria metrics defined measured proven methodology preparation measurements benchmarking forecasting pertaining attributing requires detailed measurement fairly allocate framework specifically designed perform function process provides direct input into shareback service catalog there no definition developed used define entries within four types recovery existing retail lease meter pertain methods intended replace method inherent problems using allow stable main issues measure identical nature normalization activity accurate application thus determines rating particular standard along abc processes native without possible any translation provided an informal basis formally bill two forms manifest budget type reports addition related could simple item enquiry atm transaction complex human claim policy inherently because expense compensate shortcomings calculations reconciliation part search website site ", "We specialize in the Costing of Shared Resources  We provide solutions that handle the cost attributtion needs of Open Systems using a Software Oriented Architecture  By using a Normalization and Metering technique for systems  we are able to accurately attribute the resource usage of any group  clients  or other organizational units ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Master_Page.html", "Master Frame", "master frame what nbsp is the scm? overview recovery method retail lease meter products enterprise platform resource catalog data model sharing formation solutions it governance itil service management capacity chargeback showback metering information costing file servers web services business processes green computing fiduciary mgmt of fiduciaries asset development conservancy about us we do who are privacy policy contact ", "");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("What_Is_The_SCM/SCM_Overview.html", "RG Solutions - Service Catalog Model Overview", "rg solutions service catalog model overview home nbsp what is the scm? it groups have traditionally used concept to implement chargeback showback system for their mainframes intent was “recover” annual budget charges associated with mainframe depreciation expense and other related expenses while this type of approach has inherent problems basis early models introduction open systems cloud computing competing sources transitioning from “recovery” “retail” that say amazon retail being adopted by in fact all vendors offering bill products services are doing so using only does not address issues “shared resources” present most shops disk etc more suited recovery bottom line comprehensive will use than one method definition “best fit” define its contents trying “force into leads frustration inconsistent results methods divided four can still be within lease meter intended replace result consistent commodity resources provided group as well examples these integral include desk top computers support tickets commercial offerings current means many automated provide information traditional been processing costs shared large capital investment unfortunately based on an timeframe uses tax code allocations form funding combination unfair price clients along dedicated manner storage total cost ownership life cycle resource client community software oriented architecture properties each there set help how identified described priced purpose short description horizon thus pricing time period defines scope either or data source proprietary usage end user generally nature takes they wish may part larger policy business considerations when determining formation establishing frequency determines often needs calculated attributes some characteristics behavioral drivers criteria influence client’s behavior toward simple defined easily understood fair equitable predictable allows understand now future controllable control ", "The Service Catalog Model is used to define the contents of an IT Service Catalog  The Model contains four methods  Retail  Recovery  Lease  and Meter ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("What_Is_The_SCM/SCM_Recovery_Method.html", "RG Solutions - Service Catalog Model Retail Method", "rg solutions service catalog model retail method home nbsp what is the scm? recovery used to allocate annual cost of depreciation and associated expenses shared capital resources this basis traditional chargeback showback systems that are in use today before open computer processing for business usually existed on one or more mainframes mainframe consisted several different application suites being by many units since expenditures were quite large wanted back using group so came into issues had be dealt with was “off book” it but corresponding support costs “on issue addressed an accounting manner rather than investment most organizations they will generally take expense assign can then total “chargeback” clients however tax code funding has shortcomings when comes pricing services obvious shortcoming accelerated rates within means absorbed early years volumes lower also change from year based amounts applied there other approach only add dissatisfaction experienced should noted lease meter methods have been developed replace these replacements ownership properties horizonthe horizon assets accountants determine amount budget not any usage criteria regulations resource typethe products either commodity proprietary say such expenditure advantages unit type dedicated single client community mutiple part disk subsystem etc might possible identify user while another may latter condition complicates plans policysince asset owned users “forced” as if source available determined set monopolistic recover policy behavioral warranted case desirable periods discouraged practices priced at higher level overall basic design leads incoherent inconsistent price formationthe provides formation during process must account system platform characteristics processor speed architectures affect final introduces inconsistencies identical depending purchased how configured frequencythe fairly frequent typically high items requires reconciliation periodically throughout “over under” corrective contributes discontent attributesthis uses activity allocation good does accommodate overheads result misapplication driversoverall drivers mostly negative lowest quartile easy fair prices quarter constantly changing predictable allows somewhat control their bill really no standard traditionally “charges” policies could components residency storage time day week head count budgets location some ", "The Recovery method is used to allocated the annual cost of depreciation and the attributed expense of shared capital resources ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("What_Is_The_SCM/SCM_Retail_Method.html", "RG Solutions - Service Catalog Model Retail Method", "rg solutions service catalog model retail method home nbsp what is the scm? used to allocate annual cost of competing commodity it products this based on amazon and standard by most vendors offering bill since introduction desk top computers group has been trying accommodate business purchases readily available commercial as trend more competitive platforms cloud computing saas etc increases so will pressure be move accounting control these services external while may very popular now likely disappear from in next couple years future providing properties horizonthe horizon for an basis adapts easily budget constraints organization associated with rarely span than one cycle resource typethe are integral nature that say they similar purchase once product acquired transaction complete buying pc same outlet also means sources other at prices advent face further competition able offer better usage within basically ownership type concept client “purchases” generally does however desire completed interaction pricing policysince policy free market comes into play results rates consumption funded amount funding needed price volume like outlets needs not only set but establish suitable sales realistic forecast formationunlike constrained there exceptions made must operate constraint requires perform analysis or failure proper result loss frequencythe fairly frequent best procedure would review every three six months depending attributesthe strong point transactions can identified priced allocated purchasing should require any reconciliation unless off actual costs known behavioral driversoverall drivers mostly positive upper quartile unit compared know value whether fair predictable because forces allow their usually consist list itemized have during time period receipts provided each item following id short description number items “purchased” total ", "The Retail method is used to allocated the annual cost of competitive commodity IT products ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("What_Is_The_SCM/SCM_Lease_Method.html", "RG Solutions - Service Catalog Model Lease Method", "rg solutions service catalog model lease method home nbsp what is the scm? used to allocate investment cost and total associated expense of shared capital resources that are in dedicated manner this along with meter intended replace recovery main drawback asset being priced annually using tax code leads labor intensive process result inconsistent unfair pricing methods identical they deal also use ownership asset’s life for determining usage based difference between two deals resource while community properties horizonthe horizon on cycle basis will as calculation typethe product services generally commodity nature say commercially available products but such expenditure it advantages have more than one unit or group typethis part disk subsystem there single identified user policysince can establish rates recover over by “not profit” business prices fair be fixed from year price formationsince perform technical budget forecasts span forecast determines measured rate all costs net forecasting frequencysince needs only done time just prior placed into attributesthis uses an activity allocation since formation spans no reconciliation needed assigning because overheads included allows true behavioral driversoverall drivers mostly positive upper quartile within calculated once simple even though actual could complex resulting predictable takes account results application clients client has greater ability control their bill usually consist list itemized “rentals” been made during period similar receipts provided any rents property objects items leased entire entity building apartment each item following id description number units ", "The Lease method is used to allocate the investment cost and total attributed expnese of shared capital resources that is used in a dedicated manner ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("What_Is_The_SCM/SCM_Meter_Method.html", "RG Solutions - Service Catalog Model Meter Method", "rg solutions service catalog model meter method home nbsp what is the scm? used to allocate investment cost and total associated expense of shared capital resources that by user community this along with lease intended replace recovery main drawback asset being priced annually using tax code leads labor intensive process result in inconsistent unfair pricing methods are identical they deal also use ownership asset’s life for determining usage based difference between two deals resource while dedicated properties horizonthe horizon on cycle basis will as calculation typethe product services generally proprietary nature say development house such expenditure it advantages have more than one unit or group typethis means at any given time mix clients vary from another policysince can establish rates recover over “not profit” business prices fair be fixed year not necessary include premiums discounts affect behavior price formationsince perform technical budget forecasts span forecast determines measured rate all costs net forecasting major requirements formation normalization required classifies capability into standard processing units common similar type mainframes expressed both months native measures mip frequencysince needs only done just prior placed attributesthis uses an activity base costing abc “fold” overhead applicable workloads since spans considers there no reconciliation needed allows true allocation each consumed behavioral driversoverall drivers mostly positive upper quartile within calculated once simple even though actual could complex resulting predictable takes account results application client does ability control their thus bill usually consist list itemized “meter usages” been made during period receipts provided power utility company so kilowatt hours form item following id description number depending information available possible express terms claims processed searches performed etc case would found retail ", "The Meter method is used to allocate the investment cost and total attributed expense of shared capital resources that is used by the user community ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Products/Enterprise_Platform.html", "RG Solutions - Enterprise Platform", "rg solutions enterprise platform home nbsp products the solutions® is multi tiered information environment that supports both agent collected native data along with user supplied companion basis of all processing resource catalog defines computing resources present for business solution once defined product supplies appropriate to ensure formed based on requirements model tiers and resulting analytics will depend type being performed each tier engine performing unique function some incoming be while other application following are types used within performance blue database provided by systems open proprietary have this available centric single color input statistical related in cases sql server exchange etc using interface manifest multiple web services processes only or determines how shared profiles human individuals as part can contain expended labor amounts activity counts claims processed metering methodology uses an integrated allowing measurement heterogeneous one biggest problems sharing it group most differing power architecture may moved around different virtual appliances case processor second not same next provides ability measure system standard measures “least common unit” concept its calculation allows comparison forecasting costing terms consistent over time throughout extends down workload program level possible evaluate effects chargeback showback means charge mips collections includes ‘collections’ directed forms particular form these collecting gather from physical agents include platforms included list windows aix solaris also specific major such applications customize existing collect software oriented soa relies heavily overall use shortcomings inability define usage manner than simplistic allocation understands relationships manifests determining allocations vary day week dynamically updates change robust ranging simple complex almost requires identify service ensures accurate cost effective complications process handling formation long remains introducing inter intra forces more elimiates issues associated metered converts into familiar practitioners consolidation any situation among ", "RG Solutions uses a robust Enterprise Platform for its product processing  This platform is modeled after the Software Oriented Architecture ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Products/Resource_Catalog.html", "RG Solutions - Resource Catalog", "rg solutions resource catalog home nbsp products the solutions® is basis of all cost processing contains information that related to data centers pools and costs associated with each key element within pool set resources can consist three types system single computing virtual this houses different appliances one these will be similar previous entry but without dedicated hardware aggregate group systems or other aggregates comprise common also about center must pertaining environmental considerations power air etc for includes ability “normalize” contained normalization process determines standard rating used metering calculations allows system’s total life usage calculation automated uses some actual collected from physical its tco model based on ownership capital annual expenses expenditure time value money determine type differs traditional chargeback are depreciation schedules reflect tax code policy rather than investment decisions using results in accelerated recovery does not provide consistent pricing stable price shared cycle any fixed priced lifetime an asset as part native takes into account demands placed determined by day week use service out dates along estimated growth rate during resource’s open architecture generally has differing platforms main issue measuring dealing more instances application consistently measure done normalizing establishes heterogeneous unit measured combined compared even when moves new environment measurements measures created old manifests strengths create static manifest particular knows individual itemized list those included it possible breakdown contributions metered ", "The Resource Catalog is the foundation of the information base of RG Solutions  The catalog contains systems  virtual system  and data centers alont with their  associated costs ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Products/Data_Model.html", "RG Solutions - Data Model", "rg solutions data model home nbsp products solutions® uses based on software oriented architecture in this there are three different tiers file server web services and business processes for each tier the processing maintains database that contains native system measures as well application is present resource results rich set of analytics include operational workload cost metrics information life cycle analysis high quality can be used directly input to chargeback or showback part formation dynamic manifests costs associated with these allow an accurate allocation shared resources since dynamically forming will updated conditions change types human product provides maintain performance terms platform common all systems not only provide but also includes functional demand usage metering technology calculations allows comparison measurement costing heterogeneous new whole computing while many capacity schemes called they simple adding when needed ability measure use over time incorporate power machine type calculation by companies bill actual customer it expressed kilowatt hours mip months normalized standard workloads supports full range centric customizable specific requirements resulting corresponding organizational structure unit other functions built formed using series rules one objects underlying technical once another repetitive “folding” into activity base methodology scope within enterprise supporting just about any possible situation at lowest level maintained hour smaller intervals program disk etc means something like instance see hourly strengths create newer “hybrid” from done companion supplied user net result report understands attribute various units clients intelligent users unlike traditional total ownership rather than nuances tax code stable consistent fair determines source organizationally pertaining through provided regarding composition per claim policy useful ", "RG Solutions uses a data model that is based on the Software Oriented Architecture  This information not only provides information for the Service Catalog  but also includes dynamic manifests for resource sharing ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Products/Resource_Sharing.html", "RG Solutions - Shared Resources", "rg solutions shared resources home nbsp products solutions® fully supports the sharing of even if provide different functions or have processing capabilities platform system this means that it is possible to allocate heterogeneous costs group client originated action there are two types resource intra and inter generally associated with traditional mainframe systems where more than one using same in case native for allocated based on amount used open present problem attributed use tiered architecture single user will most likely occur web server may also need another file an be truly attribute instance requires smart data link accomplished dynamic manifests activity costing main vehicle uses abc techniques initially appropriate workloads when first pass complete then begin iterative “folding” process move into their corresponding final once contain true usage allocations determine dependent as relates calling done by manifest information gateway interrogated cost applied key these “profile” application business centric can include both operational sql query ftp mail etc functional claim atm transaction teller session orientations due nature computer time day week product not only understands constraint but adjusts profiles evolves continuously updated remain current workload sensing abilities perform type part formation allows varied controlled ensures proper allocation updates change over cause so they always fixed rate biggest drawbacks chargeback requirement apply under adjustments periodically throughout year coupled incoherent pricing model tax code leads confusion discontent within base tco along metering several rates pool calculation results explainable stable predictable ", "RG Solutions allows for true shared resource accounting when createing Chargeback or Showback information  This processing is aided by the use of dynamic manifests that detail sharing interfaces ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Products/Data_Formation.html", "RG Solutions - Data Formation", "rg solutions data formation home nbsp products solutions® processing creates information based on hierarchy model and business requirements since the is software oriented architecture must be able to identify process different types of for analytics product senses source determines target within resource catalog initial analysis if all dependent sources are present they not rescheduled until performs required task at end further performed determine any other or resources need updated newly formed so then these processes started in prioritized manner that ensures integrity this it possible single low level import could result several updates being may affect customizable environment provided platform customization done with series tables containing “rules” similar format spreadsheet easily maintained by user most important going general nature reason supports companion interface allows customized importing external virtually into product’s can reported shared integrated native rule codification behavior centric context rules allow new workloads from merging forms folding establish more logical evolution user’s over period time fusing form metrics automatic calculations during will create many related sharing used indirectly reference forecasting some purpose also originator bill as part chargeback showback system whether externally always available when needed workload reformation requires only get its input indeed extremely powerful without requiring special preparation introduces stability inputs primitive do require constant changes modifications capability say reform revised set effective historical change modify collecting agents ", "RG Solutions uses a smart update approach for the formation of data within its processing environment  This approach not only determines where the information is to be placed  but knows the dependency of data for other updates within the envionment ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Solutions/Overview.html", "RG Solutions - Solutions Overview", "rg solutions overview home nbsp solutions® fully integrates the technical capacity management information of systems along with business expenditures associated those net result is ability to understand your service delivery by knowing who what where and when in monetary terms long roots evolved direction different from other vendors while moved “down stream” an effort provide more for operations through better improved monitors “up towards it intent was so informed decisions could be made during governance process are effective reacting situations but they not decision making one issue evolution express that can this something have wanted than twenty years order them really processes had “exposed” now you may argue already getting sources would partially correct because only part data need total currently most focused lead up implementation solution there programs metrics means available assess measure these cost happens after implemented? generally speaking falls “under radar” even though represents majority on going expenses how possible? several reasons such as mundane or does looked at real reason many products deliver necessary let alone simplified design allows low will leverage staff missing needed single use product rather used wide range uses stated its lot has changed since early versions initially designed tool skilled practitioners perform diminished too time consuming costly began incorporate practitioner’s skills allowing junior people required functions further new frameworks itil soa etc being incorporated into environment like structure allow reporting architectural software oriented architecture establish costing maturity model coordinates costs each layer framework upper related must include “human labor cost” processing truly “price” gives within provides asset conservancy post issues considered fiscal demand strategic lifecycle risk all areas require input side likewise also form useful governors both make five major focus strategy transition continuous improvement group first three visible do realize last two groups addresses needs neglected provided six key performance kpas budget life cycle activities functional operational continuity rooted never strayed difference instead expert become incorporating practitioner technician put back vocabulary chargeback showback think same wrong traditional system purpose recover annual resources problems users readily accept contrast measuring based ownership calculation results fair unbiased allocation acceptable want any type metering easiest declared no longer capability true remember paying usage becomes critical amounts monitored audited evaluated ensure contracted duration contract understands ", "RG Solutions can be used for  IT Governance  ITIL Service Management  Capacity Management  Charge Back   Show Back  and Metering ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Solutions/IT_Governance.html", "RG Solutions - ITIL Service Management", "rg solutions itil service management home nbsp it governance many are using the framework as means to implement an program there issues associated with this process but most feel is worth effort and however based on best practices of relate putting solution into few for once in even though majority costs related post implementation processing until now no product has integrated capacity systems along cost those provide information basis that can be used part business currently partners they generally only concerned decisions leading up online all practical purposes stops phase will drive “value it” solutions® was specifically designed use low alternative any monitoring primarily being key values measures “business friendly” terms customized units or activities better alignment allows recognition them includes cxos asset lifecycle technology performs two functions development conservancy creating new improved computing by while usually software not always case regardless dead lines schedules resource allocations other actions occur cases budgeted measured controlled programs techniques processes available assist quite robust defined area hand nurturing implemented services form engine these take purchased equipment expenses unlike its fact what deal buy decision capital enterprise typically composed computer varying types sizes were under guise “capital expenditure” organizations purchase made evaluation then investment moved “company’s books” rarely does become budget maybe depreciation expense nor scope reporting much literally “off radar” one may argue represented through maintenance power additional annual solution’s total ownership several need factored going delivery fiscal demand strategic risk areas concern require input from side likewise also provides useful governors both “quota” similar nothing more than projected usage level like forecasted line item quota actual value “variance” budgets positive variances good negative ones bad metered difference between forms “surplus” savings important understand present future requirements current type volume comparison well “back envelope” forecasts focus initiatives within their impact expansion either supplemented regarding complete results overlaid existing see if change needed routinely reported rather initiated order consequence possible answer question “what cost” needs done review purpose evaluate where system expectation nears end life becomes necessary supplement replace repurpose catalog maintains easily lifecycles final previous reviewed regular main risks having fall back position failure speaking groups have should plan ready go event emergency shortcoming such falling cannot handle required keep periodically source how relates target relationship slight changes result severe consequences during fail scenario due diligence make analysis quick easy correct benefits opportunity active role highly technical past individuals who did communicate complex structured mindset reduces complexity injects relevance following just some realized data true understanding actively participate routine assessment monitored confident contingency plans full participation pertinent ", "RG Solutions assists in the IT Governance process  It provide both technical and business cost information that leverages the stackholder participation ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Solutions/ITIL_Service_Management.html", "RG Solutions - ITIL Service Management", "rg solutions itil service management home nbsp the term is becoming more familiar to business every day but do they really understand that it collection of best practices and not standard? want be compliant while knowing possible? there lot misunderstanding regarding framework has five major areas focus strategy design transition operations continuous improvement in majority cases group will on first three as are most visible this understandable last two where cost located six key performance kpas associated with them budget life cycle activities functional processing operational continuity generally speaking installations use monitor address needs these reality monitory only some reason for simple monitors designed capacity solutions® provide information about other kpas– all less than values provides technical measurement relate integrates informed reporting decision making automatically calculates “green costs” system based local power rates amounts include related infrastructure costs cooling etc incorporates standardized metering model allows “back envelope” planning kpa built asset resource catalog capital assets expenditures budgets expenses systems usage projected demand levels total ownership resulting measures standard unit comparison unlike platforms methodology common calculation individual underlying current position can determined then compared forecasted expectations from using along make easy determine any future requirement activity gauge regard processes undoubtedly its strongest feature coalescing into centric groups scope limited by incoming data results allow see delivery services aggregated logical type sql online batch form segmentation better analysis specific given also provided widely used fail over one biggest risks faces backup resources able handle mission critical situation many reasons contingency failure unforgivable enough have been allocated environment help prevent ", "ITIL Service Management has five major areas of focus  Strategy  Design  Transition  Operations  and Continuous Improvement  In the majority of cases  the IT group will focus on the first three areas as they are the most visible to Business Management  RG Solutions addresses the needs related to the Operations and Continuous Improvement areas ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Solutions/Capacity_Management.html", "RG Solutions - Capacity Management", "rg solutions capacity management home nbsp is not term that you hear much anymore but it one needs to be present within your organization of the five major areas focus in itil service last two operations and continuous improvement are directly related yet if were look at most organizations will see on first three framework why that? simple where highly visible money being spent what about after solution implemented? might just use monitor address post implementation business processing for there six key performance kpas budget life cycle activities functional operational continuity solutions® addresses all installation allows put back into vocabulary without high cost expert talent or full time staffing get processes procedures information enables even junior person effectively communicate issues values measures contains traditional required also includes costs automatically calculates “green costs” system based local power rates amounts include infrastructure cooling etc usage demand evaluation layered detailed native as well derived from data common any type platform complete product archive analyze report virtually concern different approach foremost determines captures stores critical doing work cpu memory feeding disk san results response times users knows needed measure these collected ten minute intervals each scope reporting collection process has been designed very little impact host hard comprehend how can daily basis when add virtual appliances soa architectures other modern configurations easily went out vogue many years ago with old methods manually analyzing trends looking charts building models no wonder fallen would enough justify let alone takes rather than tool provides an like having consultant staff gather then creators recognize practices still valid was advancement open systems made them impractical so become concise precise should routinely looked regardless priority able identify those need further attention past this meant once issue identified more monitoring start “zeroing” problem often iterative could days weeks environment acceptable does way available ability concisely precisely interval small minutes large month main concerns delivery overall only basic technical processor seconds os important used metering uses proprietary model its measurement comparison dissimilar workloads types summary activity storage device concerned devices volume individual requests included breakdown average request “buckets” while normally mainframes do have readily interfaces allow user provide companion integrated place give same view design reports stored limit delivered either expertise ", "RG Solutions allows for the Capacity Management of systems  Based on traditional processes  it has been updated to handle the new requirements posed by evolving architectural frameworks ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Solutions/Chargeback_Showback.html", "RG Solutions - Charge Back / Show Back", "rg solutions charge back show home nbsp chargeback showback since solutions® contains cost information related to post implementation it expenditures is only natural provide for the of processing users while there are many definitions system one thing in common and that ability identify allocate costs business units past systems were often detailed complex time consuming setup administer reasons this due two things lack skills group as first issue has built understanding how apply those through activity based costing methods second merging with provides interfaces integration custom data technical result on unique requirements rather than “forced” measures allows consistent application service specific or processes without issues traditional key values services total ownership model customization aligns “benchmark” unit “unit cost” forecasting product pricing integrated into capacity management allocation charging vs think same they wrong using purpose was recover annual budget from use resources several problems all includes development does not normally include investment capital assets some cases accounting write offs included but these tax principles third sit very well most order be effective must embraced by user understand why accepted just explain process recovery budgets an rate cannot determined until after finalized usually february march current year once known then rules established will take another months net ready go april may problem concerns used usage resource recovered month accrued whoever uses accumulates leads disproportional allocations situation becomes worse when simple such “time slots” “processor seconds” other means “tweaked” further complicate bottom line inherently inaccurate unfair contrast primarily intended calculation asset external electricity centers actual needs aggregated so life approach predictable “cost processing” also “ready go” aligned inherent analysis catalog assist identification aggregation manage individual grouping different pools” pools can hierarchal nature independent shared networked storage solution addition expenditure each proprietary profiles created calculations within physical virtual nesting appliances replicate logical accumulation appliance biggest any inclusion structures takes large amount maintenance reporting moves closer more required possible fully adapt structure right out box nor reasonable expect adopt foremost minds designers evolving compromise recognizes need customize at streamlining easily associates responsible hard part done acceptable no ever totally benefits acceptance here realize explainable their terms transparent corporate ones benefit divided activities ways which measurement single across break down comparing benchmarking between competitors models forecasts ", "RG Solutions can replace the traditional Charge Back   Show Back processing with a model that is based on Total Cost of Ownership ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Solutions/Metering.html", "RG Solutions - Metering", "rg solutions metering home nbsp the decision to move capacity on demand is not an easy one nor that can be made using traditional techniques first and foremost based system usage mip months or some other type of power time measure just this requires thorough understanding current future processing requirements after implementation contract must measured managed for period these new will challenge any product focused monitoring solutions® management tool but also understands systems example unisys libra mcp have inbuilt basis all algorithm straight forward vendor does provide apis retrieval meter information unfortunately allow independent auditing allocations specific workloads use rather calculates values independently allows extensive allocation individual are running like iti’s premiere banking software application costs components concept whether used actual available within inherent in methodology comparison dissimilar as well programs business models key calculation cost operational online batch etc virtual appliances reporting native amounts if standard common ratings workload analysis consolidation even they from different paradigm may easiest part environment vendors declared planning no longer required true with becomes critical monitored ensure contracted last duration price non surveillance high include real monetary could substantial bounded by set constraints environments provided only unbridled past change possibly fly it purchasing generator when you own wish without additional ramifications now imagine manage before pay what further reconfigured deliver more needed at discretion operator whole resource how up customer previously was important control however encourages indiscriminate lax charges per month benefits provides need intelligent measurement your understand know being allocated forms means verification fact customers chosen measuring metered their realized measures quota budget expected life cycle reported both services query supports technical enables process take little performed junior person model its simplified several types speeds validation reports integrated easily understood “business like” incorporates lifecycle expectations who where computing ", "RG Solutions allows for the use of Metering regardless of whether your platform uses it or not  By using a proprietary method  it allows for the  normalization  of systems for common comparison while maintaining native measures for technical evaluation ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/Costing_Overview.html", "RG Solutions - Costing Overview", "rg solutions costing overview home nbsp information the topic of cost or anything related to is not popular one when it comes management with labor costs first total are typically next major group business everyone knows this and generally no acknowledges just something that has been traditionally ignored by fact life reality for truly understand value they must in past there have attempts meaningful manner until now product integrated performance provide metrics using ownership software oriented architecture soa models solutions® provides only gives insight into origins but allows evaluation those key values assists alignment providing processing integrates capacity low effective solution measures technical breakdowns service delivery points within an environment can be used chargeback showback system pricing model other processes maturity all based on resource catalog define assets associated constraints some relationship capital asset expenditures single systems virtual any combination thereof addition resources shared form hybrid structure example networked storage would independent rather more file servers since done computer repository each identified contains underlying native companion data provided measuring along will also “platform neutral” say same contain transparent forms basis level web services concerned about hierarchal nature directory application server technically reflects as pertains even if involved multiple while measurement requirements around long time were introduced like activity similar includes regarding objects inclusion human process calculations green computing issues facing today how deal mainly electrical power known substantial recent years fueled migration appliances “low hanging fruit” picked from tree difficult realize gains area automatically calculates understanding relation informed decisions history its evolution bridged gap between current frameworks solid foundation pertaining new applications lack most reason shortcoming quite simple “best practices” frankly little attention paid these critical areas benefits opportunity active role post implementation usually highly made individuals who did communicate well was complex results structured mindset reduces complexity injects relevance following realized aligns through usage cycle reports presents decision making requirement conservancy activities both terms formation cases actual levels platform neutral cross analysis benchmarking reporting demand term future estimates ", "IT Costing is the process of determine the cost drivers within an IT organization  The Cost Drivers are not in the traditional sense  but rather based on the usage and demands of the users ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/Costing_File_Servers.html", "RG Solutions - Costing File Servers", "rg solutions costing file servers home nbsp information get an integrated it solution that not only tells you how well your are running but much they cost for service delivery to business the big concern is currently about “green computing” costs there other substantial related any server add in need perform capacity management and easily see requirement several products until now no product has of with server’s performance result metric based on total ownership model totally transparent this provides understanding processing allows comparison within between systems even if different types or architectures simplified design low alternative monitoring program primarily being used key values measures contains traditional required also includes identifies operational batch online reporting backups etc companion data unit can be established pricing models per sql mail automatically calculates costs” system local power rates amounts include infrastructure cooling as usage demand life cycle evaluation level provide foundation maturity best known most understood basis should noted was still done mainframes mainframe combination advent cheaper hardware open late ’s skills were lost these must reconstituted manner integrates current popular frameworks itil cobit may gone requirements them solutions® long history its evolution bridged gap truly form solid decisions pertaining new applications lack measurement processes post decision after installation reason shortcoming quite simple “best practices” more than ten years been little attention paid implementation issues critical assets really attempt understand ever what does uses resource catalog please each corresponding “repository” defined will contain actual using “agent” approach collected imported into repository daily consist depending basic native gathered from part second hybrid layer created structures containing platform neutral first foremost technical presented easy navigate activity view operations benefits opportunity have active role usually highly past made by individuals who did communicate complex process results structured mindset reduces complexity injects relevance following just some realized true calculations standard accounting practices techniques bound particular algorithm calculated compared transferred chargeback showback resulting would rather annual budget recovery enables take time performed junior person knowledge wide range reports available weekly monthly valued intensive workload aggregated groups “supplemented” extend measured metrics allow term analysis projection future forecasting ", "The File Servers are the first level within the Costing Maturity Model  The File Servers act as a repository for information that is used for the business processing  The processing costs are usually attributed to other processing ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/Costing_Web_Services.html", "RG Solutions - Costing Web Services", "rg solutions costing web services home nbsp information get an integrated it solution that not only tells you how your application servers are performing but much they cost for service delivery to business the current major concern is “green computing” costs there other substantial related any server add in need perform capacity management and easily see requirement several products until now no product has of with server’s both file performance result metric based on total ownership model totally transparent this provides understanding processing allows comparison within between systems even if different types or architectures simplified design low alternative monitoring program primarily being used key values measures contains traditional required also includes identifies functional companion data unit can be established pricing models per claim inquiry etc integrates tiered complete profiles automatically calculates costs” system local power rates amounts include infrastructure cooling as usage demand life cycle evaluation level provide foundation maturity best known most understood basis should noted was still done mainframes mainframe combination advent cheaper hardware open late ’s skills were lost situation further complicated by using “tiered” function these processes must reconstituted revised manner popular frameworks itil cobit knowledge may gone requirements solutions® long history its evolution bridged gap truly form solid decisions pertaining new applications lack measurement post implementation reason shortcoming quite simple “best practices” more than ten years been little attention paid issues critical assets really attempt understand ever what does uses same resource catalog repositories please each represents repository created will contain underlying addition directory identify provided regarding “shared” sna devices maintains about all hierarchical nature summary detailed supports single partitioned first foremost native technical presented easy navigate view operations benefits opportunity have active role usually highly past made individuals who did communicate well complex process results structured mindset reduces complexity injects relevance following just some realized true aggregated sources one system’s bound particular algorithm calculated compared transferred chargeback showback resulting would rather annual budget recovery enables take time performed junior person wide range reports available daily weekly monthly valued reporting individual “supplemented” extend measured metrics allow term analysis projection future ", "The Web Services are the second level within the Costing Maturity Model  The Web Services provides access to the information contained with the level 1 File Servers  Cost of the Web Services is based on the total usage of the Web Server and its associated File Servers ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/Costing_Business_Processes.html", "RG Solutions - Costing Business Processing", "rg solutions costing business processing processes home nbsp information get an integrated it solution that not only tells you how your process servers are performing but much they cost for delivery to the current major concern is “green computing” costs there other substantial related any server add in need perform capacity management application and file can easily see requirement several products this does even consider human component of more understanding than just building dashboard until now no product has with web service’s performance result metric based on total ownership model totally transparent addition technical metrics include associated gives allows comparison within between units or companies if different industries simplified design low alternative suite programs primarily being used monitoring key values measures contains required traditional also includes all including identifies activity types companion data unit be established pricing models per claim policy etc integrates tiered complete profile activities their level provide foundation maturity conceptually new underlying same issues as parts what “business object” approach objects non nature meta could variety sources depending needs architecture forces move out into functions one popular frameworks itil cobit concerns historically these stop at adoption software oriented soa will have deal problem best practices industry currently years before some evolve ever solutions® long history its evolution bridged gap truly delivered supplements provides future understands existing knows environment uses resource catalog repositories please each system represents repository created contain directory identify provided by functional regarding “shared” sna devices systems maintains containing hierarchical summary detailed supports single partitioned evaluation first foremost native presented manner easy navigate understand view operation well benefits opportunity active role decisions post implementation usually highly past were made individuals who did communicate was complex results structured mindset reduces complexity injects relevance following realized using true service aggregated may point object algorithm calculated compared transferred chargeback showback resulting would rather annual budget recovery enables take little time performed junior person knowledge skills wide range reports available daily weekly monthly basis most valued reporting “supplemented” extend measured ", "The Business Processes are the third level within the Costing Maturity Model  The Business Processes provides access to the information contained with the level 1 File Servers and level 2 Web Services  Cost of the Business Processes is based on the total usage of the Business Process Server  its associated File Servers and Web Services  and the Human Cost for the process  ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/Costing_Green_Computing.html", "RG Solutions - Costing Green Computing", "rg solutions costing green computing home nbsp information there are many issues related to such as power use recycling equipment and others however the one that gets most attention of management is cost for electricity reason this simple they have pay bills each month much server consolidations during past couple years been spurred by “need be green” increase virtual appliances reduction physical systems has good thing data centers footprint complexity cooling certainly reduced albeit with new set problems trends in it never stand still just keep cycling from consumption standpoint appears come standstill “low hanging fruits” picked tree now time move on higher fruit question becomes what can done how will benefit worth effort do you first understand your costs solutions® built framework determining associated where when able make informed decisions further actions taken key business values center profiles defining system’s host location electric rate plan differing seasons locations inclusion into total ownership model automatic calculation any system or appliance next phase movement long ways corporations expound environment concentrating we all know reality businesses foremost saving money lot very secondary result was overall win situation so let them brag about helped everyone but consolidation part head next? easy hard starts rule really does apply here percent before forward reductions need going answer might not obvious complex process requires understanding configured used other internal external factors uses proprietary methodology allows user easily configure processing their own major rates effect at these only change year also day off peak calculations complicated increases different similar two same city grids possible due volume usage non co located grid would provides ability plans needed includes designations actual considered considerations include type configuration contribution environmental contributions knows consider calculate determines kw kwh determination simply setting up tables configuring resource catalog tell once occurring climb benefits opportunity role play moving methods quantifying needs required following some realized using quantify effects deferred cumulative incorporate current future ", "The Green Computing costs are associated with the environmental factors related to computing  By far the biggest green cost is the power that is used for the cooling and processing of a computing system  These costs need to be understood and attributed to the appropriate system processing ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/FMIT_Overview.html", "RG Solutions - FMIT Overview", "rg solutions fmit overview fiduciary mgmt of it home nbsp information management is feedback process that ensures the optimal use resources for maximum benefit business while basis structure rather well defined extent implementation by any based on needs generally speaking evolves as requirements necessitate need fiduciaries there are three groups associated with senior and practitioners participates in dependent upon base organization final group assurance portion but can be involved some governance decisions asset development this focus area related to creation new or improved computing solution will used usually software not always case processes procedures support activity readily available conservancy nurturing implemented services form engine these take purchased equipment expenses relatively few activities result neglected begins phase join together decision making panel they represented operations personnel their representatives when needed joined those individuals provide each stakeholders have own set concerns issues inputs addressed part all discussion done context service delivery relate fiscal constraints life cycle processing demand strategy risk flow into plan going has two parts creates once production past years received most attention due its time cost metrics consist values determine progress project toward completion included about staffing other since so widely known output measures actually value returned aspect really almost completely ignored unless something goes wrong what should noted where assets located often times represents majority costs you would know because off books capital capacity injection net from installed at same providing manner centric consideration ", "The Fiduciary Management of IT is a feedback process tha ensures the optimal use of IT resources for the maximum benefit of the business  The processing includes Governance and Assurance by the stakeholders of the business ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/FMIT_Fiduciaries.html", "RG Solutions - FMIT Fiduciaries", "rg solutions fmit fiduciaries fiduciary mgmt of it home nbsp information there are three groups involved with the management governance first is senior business and they have become more active in asset development phases been mainly absent from conservancy not because want to but require available for issues need that relates activities associated service delivery second group recent years neutralized complexity computing envelope along diminished capacity skills sets reduced “managed capacity” one system replacement past this was acceptable practice no longer cost effective needs be changed final practitioner has declined general almost non existent due increased solution lack commitment process devolution traditional tools those monitor further context glorified help desk staff reacting when summons alerts them most organizations function will carried out just reality third should an participant guest role panel reason do participate normally needed assist inputs concerned five areas architecture related today future concerns could new standards or regulations required by some industries technology rapidly changing must likewise so order remain competitive capital obvious well known explanation stakeholder necessary balanced each their constituents considered operations strategy balance growth customer being focus on area important than another all equally decision these weighed issue discussed measures as part evaluate key performance fit into following used govern singularly convey together others maximum impact resource predominately based determine effectiveness expenditures relationship goals achieved how organizational assets achieve desired communication gauge progressing its way implementation like collectively other measure provide value resources good providing consideration measuring effect itself whether meeting same basic considerations depending evaluation would difference while element might initially seem operational strategic decisions can take priority internal processes streamlined methods handling automation human tasks activity directly themselves rather what action “what” done “how” set deal enough said ", "The Fiduciaries are the stakeholders in the Governance and Assurance processes  They represent the interests of the business as well as the IT organization ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/FMIT_Asset_Development.html", "RG Solutions - FMIT Asset Development", "rg solutions fmit asset development fiduciary mgmt of it home nbsp information is the process creating new or improved computing solution that will be used by business while this usually software not always case regardless there dead lines schedules resource allocations and other related actions occur as part in all cases costs associated with are budgeted measured controlled during past few years has come under more scrutiny management need to delivery complex quality shorter timeframes “forced” group adopt standards practices only lead but allow for control communications evolution frameworks such itil enabled these changes using “best practices” many programs techniques processes available assist quite robust most established area framework focus function can take forms given nature creation could internal external out sourced supplier based situation fits into three main groups resources concerned elements form include both staffing support equipment leverage optional use suppliers supplement formation includes advanced research needed technologies also successful conclusion needless say latter category where today final users before after implemented stated how effective on maturity invests become competent human organization start constraints budgets very reactive environment matures develops begin skill set eventually core competency like constrained factors initially require trust than when dealing facts justify expenditures then manage portfolio valued assets no would exist without relationship different needs however some just cannot developed house database operating system crucial element relationships managed manner minimizes risk ensures coalesces increase its capability deliver quickly effectively limits constrain knowledge base level capital over time they gain experience training component moving higher levels ability “foresee” future direct those directions focused best adoption matter adopting disciplines establishes policies procedures promote transition probably hardest one reason simple appears little return investment from make break even if perfect education personnel regarding current people within operations etc perform an informal ad hoc prepare who solid mature early efforts being user formal ", "The Asset Development is the processing of creating a new or improved computing solution that will be used by the business  The procedures related to the management process are well defined and has been the focus of business management for the last few years ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("Information/FMIT_Asset_Conservancy.html", "RG Solutions - FMIT Asset Conservancy", "rg solutions fmit asset conservancy fiduciary mgmt of it home nbsp information is the process nurturing implemented services that form computing engine business these generally take purchased equipment and related expenses unlike development has few programs techniques processes available for its management in fact most what deal only with buy decision when replacing capital enterprise are typically composed many computer systems varying types sizes were under guise “capital expenditure” organizations this means purchase made evaluation then investment moved to “company’s books” because service delivery assets “off radar” they lose focus organization on diminished recent years along decline capacity discipline reasons but mainly around two facts skills too complex replacement alternative appeared be cheaper while perception no longer needed remains reality much further from truth evolution sophisticated frameworks such as soa software oriented architecture mission critical issues need even greater than before function can forms given nature resources could internal external out sourced supplier based managed or all above regardless situation fits into three main groups communications concerned elements assist include both staffing support leverage optional use suppliers supplement continued successful area not includes day operations also continuity fail back final group going needs stated how effective maturity invests will become more competent required by human start limits budgets restrict knowledge skill sets developed address model matures develops begin eventually core competency like constrained other factors initially reactive require trust one decisions unexpected rather planned changes today’s world predominately revolve “buy decisions” costs value being returned would exist without relationship different however there some technologies just cannot house maintenance supplies crucial element relationships manner minimizes risk ensures coalesces increase capability deliver better effectively standards practices metrics allow measurement qualification processing until adopt policies measure “nurture” measures rooted traditional activity orientation normally supplied system monitors processor etc have bearing evolves workloads orient activities expressing method conveying associated aggregation becomes logical type sql online batch segmentation allows demand analysis application operation mundane simple up line evolve proactive anticipatory used planning basic been place since beginning modern history over stream very important good policy encounter severe outages issue ability constraints areas mature within default smallest probably users really reason if you can’t why bother having an informal solid develop early efforts user formal ", "Asset Conservancy is the process of nurturing the implemented services that form the computing engine of the business  Unlike Asset Development  this process has few programs  techniques  and  best practices  available to the business management and practitioners ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("About_Us/AboutUs_What_We_Do.html", "RG Solutions - What We Do", "rg solutions what we do home nbsp about us specialize in the costing of shared resources can now consist commodity open systems proprietary mainframes or specialized some combination both software oriented architecture single resource also be dedicated and community manner understand these sharing requirements utilize metering workload technologies for our offerings allow to accurately attribute based usage one more even if they are different platforms processing power client know relevant technical cost information support it that include governance itil service management capacity chargeback showback bill there several ways clients leverage their local installation this option allows an house solution is complete control has unlimited access report design ad hoc analysis other capabilities product best suited larger seeking offsite services suite customized performed needs performs data collection but provide process smaller not have desire formal capability consulting assist defining suitable any size provided onsite products offer two types installed locally by agents value manager free charge from list supported includes aix solaris windows etc agent will collect regarding sql server exchange available on subscription basis client’s system pc all required business centric tables updated when up date metrics with built designer export functions oversight most group while normally possible arrange special regardless range going generally those would importing generation reports regular reporting frequency monthly could quarterly annually as set during meet either via web conferencing guided through ensures met options allowing “ala carte” define tailored necessary need able tailor program skills knowledge organization definition setup catalog normalization education ", "We specialize in the Costing of Shared Resources  We offer our services in three forms  Local Product Installation  Offsite and Onsite Services  and Customized Consulting ");
   this[database_length++] = new SearchPage("About_Us/AboutUs_Who_We_Are.html", "RG Solutions - Who We Are", "rg solutions who we are home nbsp about us company background resource guidance inc was founded in and initially provided modeling tools services that were used for capacity management on unisys libra systems as the architectures moved to open other frameworks updated our remain step with ever changing industry trends over years requirements of clients have changed now include measure many may not be same platform or system type demand computing ability increasingly complex environments diminishing staff none little costing skills “benchmark” different workloads within environment need understand equipment cost issues provide supporting information decision process it along traditional service delivery measures accurate reliable shared resources support chargeback showback some form bill address these needs continued will continue expand offerings platforms well software oriented architecture all while maintaining core capabilities mission statement recognizing includes following products enable handle expanding demands required rock solid associated require less technical time leverages client knowledge value simple sound business decisions by encourages participation stakeholders governance michael davis founder president has broad range experience from development mid level based consulting primarily focused metrics measuring tco he is primary designer architect solutions® guides his main strength assess determine needed then deliver results friendly terms conducts onsite offsite studies programs customized researched published white paper developed taught classes an adjunct professor under graduate university prepared conducted numerous presentations at locations meetings trade shows venues overseas holds bba bachelors administration undergraduate degree michigan dearborn mim masters international thunderbird school global member sim society itfma financial association groups ", "Resource Guidance was founded in 1987 and is dedicated to the leveraging a client s skills and knowledge toward IT Costing ");
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