Server Virtualisation

Even basic ROI calculations will show that gains in reliability, security & productivity will justify server virtualisation projects. S3 can help you drive down the cost of implementation and achieve a reduced hardware footprint, higher availability and improved scalability.

S3 can easily tailor a solution to meet your exact needs in all areas of the project and we think you�ll find our service offering a breath of fresh air. Below are some examples of the services and benefits we provide;

  • Reduce TCO while help your company reduce its carbon footprint. S3 are proud to be affiliate members of the Climate Savers Computing Initiative and can offer related incentives we have developed exclusively for you
  • Server virtualisation
  • Storage virtualisation
  • Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
  • Implement cross charging systems for your infrastructure to enable a utility computing like model. This will enable costing models to be developed to provide the business with pre-priced system profiles and will facilitate containment
  • S3 team with industry leaders in renewal energy solutions to enable you to further slim line your businesses power costs
  • S3 partner with leading hardware suppliers to bring you the best in reliable and efficient platforms

S3 solution sample costing based on a typical 3 year server refresh lifecycle:

Traditional I.T. Server Base S3 Virtualised Solution
No. of Servers 30 3
Hardware costs inc. maintenance contracts £120,000
£4,000/Server)		 £19,500
(£6,500/Server inc shared storage)
S3 implementation £0 £7,000
Deployment and Management £36,000
(£400/Server/yr)		 £7,200
(800/Server/yr)
Power and Air Conditioning £99,000
(1,100/Server/yr)		 £13,500
(£1,500/Server/yr)
Direct Costs £255,000 £47,200