IT Infrastructure in Manufacturing: A Use Case (Part 2 of 2)
We left off with ABC Manufacturing researching their options for the infrastructure upgrade. A Hybrid Cloud solution was chosen over Full Virtualization or On-Premise because it integrates both virtual and physical environments. To transition, ABC partnered with a local “As a Service” company for deployment, management, and support. To fully utilize the existing investment, the […]
IT Infrastructure in Manufacturing: A Use Case (Part 1 of 2)
ABC Manufacturing had a decision to make. How could they effectively allocate their capital IT budget to fulfill their current needs? This blog will explore ABC Manufacturing’s existing infrastructure deployment and performance. Background Information: ABC has two locations, Plant #1 and Plant #2. They are not geographically close to one another. At Plant #1 the […]
Why Your School’s Future Depends on Desktop as a Service
It’s 2018 and numerous assets are available to elevate the education experience. However, limited budgets often deter school districts from purchasing new technology resources. Despite the clear benefits for students, faculty, and administration, IT adoption seems just out of reach. So, what if there was a solution that improved efficiency/productivity and maximized your budget? There […]
3 Reasons Why Your School Should Consider an “aaS” Provider
As of 2017, an EducationSuperHighway study found that “94% of school districts have reached federal high-speed internet access targets and 88% now say they have sufficient classroom access to WiFi” (Government Technology). These statistics are incredibly satisfying to see, as administrators and teachers are realizing the organizational and instructional opportunities that technology brings. However, the […]
Shadow IT Part 2: Light in the Darkness
Part 2 is a continuation of our Shadow IT discussion from Traveler’s whitepaper, “Shining a Light on Shadow IT”. We’ve learned what Shadow IT is and how it arises, but what are the specific risks? And how does the IT team work to combat them? Technology vulnerability is scary for the IT department, as it’s […]
Shadow IT Part 1: The Hidden Threat
According to a recent whitepaper from Traveler’s, an international insurance provider, Market pressures often lead to information technology (IT) projects that are conducted on a “Shadow” basis – out of compliance with official company policies and without oversight from the company’s corporate IT function. The whitepaper, “Shining a Light on Shadow IT”, discusses how employees […]
Edge Computing: Data in Real-Time
What is Edge Computing? Growth in business is all about connections. The ability to access data in real-time requires a high-performance network that delivers content instantly. This strategic approach starts at the source of data generation, leveraging analytical information to make choices based on learned experience. By moving the processing component directly to the device […]
Managed IT in a Patient-Centered Healthcare Organization
Technology practices in healthcare have changed. Fifteen years ago, IT meant the guy that came and fixed your computers. Today, the complexity of patient medical information, billing systems, and surgical machinery must be supported by an automated IT network. Additionally, patients are engaged in their own healthcare like never before; from digital fitness apps to […]
How to Reinvent your IT for the New Year
It’s the New Year and it’s time to upgrade your IT! Managed Services, the outsourcing of your day-to-day IT management, is a cost-effective method to improve business operations. Desktop and Network technical support are supervised by a third-party provider instead of an on-site staff, saving your business money, and providing your IT Managers the time […]
The Choice between Public, Private or Other Clouds
Technology is the present and future for businesses. The introduction of faster and more user-friendly applications can only improve a company’s appearance and operation. Merriam Webster defines cloud computing as “the practice of storing regularly used computer data on multiple servers that can be accessed through the Internet.” It’s no secret that the Internet is […]