I think it\'s B because by them closing both of the existing data centers that t
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I think it's B because by them closing both of the existing data centers that they have in Germany and other in the United States and creating a new high energy efficient data center, it will cost more to acquire new information and setting up the network for this new data center. I am also thinking that it's C as well, but I'm not sure.
The firm is strongly considering closing down both of its existing data centers (one in Germany and the other in the United States) and establishing a new, highly energy efficient data center in a city with a mild climate and lower energy rates and land costs.
Which of the following issues represents the most serious potential problem associated with data center consolidation?
a. While the three dozen or so IS employees currently supporting and operating the existing data centers will be offered employment at the new data center, it is unlikely that most will be willing or able (due to visa restrictions) to relocate. This will likely create some ill will toward the company. In addition, skilled data center workers will be hard to find, leaving the new data center understaffed. b. The organization will need to acquire all new information system hardware and networking equipment to prepare the new data center. This could cost millions and take many months. c. The organization may be stuck with excess information systems hardware that it cannot use and must dispose of at a considerable loss. In addition, care must be taken in disposing of the hardware to avoid a data breach if information is not properly deleted. d. Such a consolidation affects the organization's ability to absorb the impact of a disaster (e.g., hurricane, earthquake, terrorism attack, or war) and quickly restore services.Explanation / Answer
The firm is strongly considering closing down both of its existing data centers (one in Germany and the other in the United States) and establishing a new, highly energy efficient data center in a city with a mild climate and lower energy rates and land costs.
Which of the following issues represents the most serious potential problem associated with data center consolidation-
d. is certainly not the the most potential as the probaility of diasaster is very less.
c. is also not the most potential as the hardware is a one time cost and it will be recovered by the lower energy and land costs
a. is also not a serious in the sense that there are only 3 dozen people and the company is willing to relocate them
b. is the correct choice as the initial investment would be high and also as it may take months to setup which will impact the core operations of the company and its management.