Free whitepaper helps enterprises migrate to Linux desktops
Consulting security engineer and Linux strategist Mark Lachniet has released a comprehensive feasibility study aimed at enterprises contemplating a move to Linux desktops. Lachniet is making the study available as a free download from DesktopLinux.com in order to promote understanding and dialogue on the pros and cons of migrating to the Linux desktop, and to provide a full scope and understanding of the issues.
Lachiet, who advises corporate clients on open source technology strategies, proposes a well defined and reasoned methodology for achieving success in moving the enterprise to Linux desktops. Lachniet's recommendations for companies that are making a decision on the desktop include defining specific criteria for migration decisions, establishing a project management plan and capabilities assessment, rolling out a Linux desktop pilot program that accomodates a phased approach to implementation company-wide, and developing a Linux support system.
