Starbucks Reduces Costs and Prepares for Growth With Server Upgrade

Starbucks Coffee Company is the leading roaster and retailer of specialty coffees in the world. In order to simplify its complex server environment, while still supporting its growth plans, Starbucks decided to implement a new domain structure and upgrade to Active Directory Domain Services in the 64-bit edition of Windows Server 2008 Enterprise. As a result, Starbucks expects to achieve easier IT management, enhanced auditing capabilities, and cost savings.