Every business relies on IT infrastructure, but not all technology decisions lead to efficiency and
cost savings. Some common bad habits can drain resources, increase downtime, and result in
unnecessary expenses. At GLADiiUM Technology, we believe in smarter, scalable IT solutions
that align with your actual business needs. Let’s break some of these habits and move toward a
more streamlined, cost-effective IT environment.
1. Overprovisioning: Paying for What You Don’t Use
Many companies fall into the trap of overprovisioning—buying more than they need just to
prepare for potential future growth. This leads to wasted resources and higher costs. Instead of
overinvesting upfront, adopt a scalable infrastructure that grows with your business, ensuring
you only pay for what you actually use.
2. Accepting Downtime as “Normal”
Unexpected downtime disrupts operations, affects productivity, and costs businesses thousands
of dollars. Many companies assume downtime is inevitable, but with modern hyperconverged
solutions, businesses can significantly reduce outages. Case in point: global retailer Delhaize
implemented a three-node hyperconverged system across 800 stores and has since experienced
zero downtime—a testament to the power of resilient infrastructure.
3. Blindly Following a “Cloud-First” Mentality
While cloud computing offers many advantages, relying solely on public cloud solutions can
result in loss of control, increased latency, and hidden costs. A hybrid approach, where critical
workloads are handled on-premises while non-sensitive tasks leverage the cloud, can provide a
more flexible, cost-effective solution tailored to specific needs.
4. Stopping at Converged Infrastructure
Converged infrastructure simplifies IT operations, but stopping there can limit innovation.
Hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) takes things further by integrating storage, computing,
and networking into a single, highly flexible platform. This not only improves security and
disaster recovery but also enhances performance and prepares businesses for edge computing
advancements.
5. Overpaying for IT Infrastructure
Are you spending on redundant resources that could be consolidated? Virtualization can help
businesses optimize their existing IT investments, reduce costs, and improve security. Instead of
thinking of IT as separate expenses, organizations should view infrastructure as an
interconnected ecosystem that can be streamlined for efficiency.
Final Thoughts
Breaking these bad IT habits isn’t just about saving money—it’s about optimizing performance,
improving security, and future-proofing your business. At GLADiiUM Technology, we help
organizations transition to smarter IT solutions that align with their long-term goals. Ready
to modernize your infrastructure? Contact us today