Data Centers Merge and Move Ahead

By merging or working closely with their data centers, in-plants are expanding their operations, saving money and ensuring their survival.

by SCOTT BURY

Across America, businesses and institutions are merging their in-plants into their Information Technology departments' print output organizations. It makes sense. After all, both operations use much of the same equipment: copiers, high-speed laser printers, powerful computer workstations and robust networks.