shanec40 - yes, that is the idea. The only trouble is finding reliable tools to do so. With Converter it should work, but there is no command line, only API. Will try to look into it, but I doubt I'll manage it. Did you have something else in mind?
Why not virtual? - Currently no need for that + lacking funds and infrastructure. And I am also reluctant to have another layer in need of management. Having a well backed up physical machine is optimal solution as of now.
What do you mean by Workflow option? I didn't understand fully?
Thanks