Smead Manufacturing Company Moves Toward a Real-Time Infrastructure With Server Virtualization

Smead Manufacturing Company wanted to improve performance, ensure the highest levels of security, and enable ongoing strategic growth. By combining the power and reliability of Unisys ES7000 Enterprise Servers and the flexibility of Microsoft Hyper-V technology, Smead is on the road to an almost completely virtualized data center that will help to ensure business continuance while creating myriad opportunities for cost-savings and improved operational efficiency. Through extensive collaboration with Unisys and Microsoft, Smead has enacted a comprehensive and ambitious virtualization plan that will help reduce server sprawl, boost hardware utilization, and slash energy costs as it brings the company closer to its ultimate goal of a Real-Time Infrastructure.