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17:53 Nov 17, 2007 |
German to English translations [PRO] Tech/Engineering - Computers (general) / Data processing | |||||||
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| Selected response from: Donald Scott Alexander Local time: 11:01 | ||||||
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4 +1 | handling workload spikes |
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4 | meet peak demand |
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4 | coping/to cope with peak demand |
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3 | catching spikes |
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catching spikes Explanation: I am quite sure about the term spikes, for "catching" there might be something better I could not think of. |
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meet peak demand Explanation: Also small jobs, for example to meet/cover peak demand in your own data processing/entry, are always a welcome task/job for us. ... or words to that extent. |
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handling workload spikes Explanation: From a cost standpoint, there are less expensive alternatives in home-based freelance bookkeepers and accountants. However, these individuals have less flexibility in ***handling workload spikes***. Cambridge has sufficient manpower resources to minimize excessive delays in processing workloads... http://www.cambridgefinancial.ca/whycambridge.asp Another technique that works well for ***handling workload spikes*** — such as Web servers that experience cyclical swings in usage — is to add more VMs [virtual machines] as needed... PDF! http://www.novell.com/collateral/4622025/4622025.pdf Offshoring initiatives are usually focused on saving money, but domestic outsourcing allows smaller companies to make use of strong talent without having to hire employees. This gives them an incredible amount of flexibility to ***handle workload spikes***, and it allows them to have expertise in areas in which their in-house staff doesn't have experience... http://www.findtechinsights.com/date,1137906000000,113799240... The Deputy Program Manager... Oversees the occasional assignment of additional hours to ***handle workload spikes*** as well as the coordination of new tasks and projects. http://listserv.arizona.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind0508&L=jobops&T... Note: another alternative target term (with fewer google hits) is "managing workload spikes." http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q="handle workload spikes... http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q="manage workload spikes... |
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coping/to cope with peak demand Explanation: my shot |
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