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Greetings!
 Boy, does change bring on...um...change. A month ago we were saying adios to Julie Dvornicky, off to California. Now we're welcoming John Harrow (Sales) and Cyndee Duhon (Marketing). And we think there will be some more new faces within the next couple of months.
And that's not all. Our web site will be undergoing a complete overhaul, and should launch mid-month (thanks to Cyndee for leading this project).
As usual, we're busy putting together some great opportunities for people to learn more about some new technology stuff coming down the road.
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| Free Lunchinar featuring Hosted Solutions from Simplex-IT and Microsoft! |
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| Get on...in...um, near...the cloud, with Simplex-IT!
We talked about it a bit last month, and there seems to be a lot of interest. What does this mean? It means that we can offer...choices. Exchange, SharePoint, Live Meeting and more! Hosted solutions are particularly compelling because there's no software or hardware to purchase, install or configure. And the monthly cost is pretty cool.
Join us on Wednesday, March 17th from 11:30-1pm at Hattie's Cafe in Hudson. We'll talk and demonstrate this latest choice for implementing critical corporate communications!
Either email John or call 234.380.1277 to reserve your space now! |
Is your company's IT strategy: "I've got a guy?" |
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Bob here. A lot of companies have an IT support strategy based on "a guy." An IT guy working full time somewhere else. The owners' nephew. A guy who works in the plant but has set up a network of his own in his house.
EVERYTHING in your business rides on your computer network and the data it holds - which is exactly why you can't afford to have an incompetent person managing it. But how can you know for sure if you have the right person? How can a non-technical person know if they are paying for sub-standard support? And how can you make sure you don't find out the hard way after a major disaster erases all your data and brings down your network for a week?
Click here for more information, including how you can get and read our new business advisory guide, "16 Critical Questions You MUST Ask Before Hiring Any IT Company." |
| There's a cloud in your future |
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A geek cloud, that is...
Bob here. Ok, it's the end of February, in Northeast Ohio. Saying there's a cloud in your future is like saying there's a chance the Indians might not win the World Series. But I'm actually talking about another kind of cloud. The web-based, hosted "out there," ethereal kind of cloud. Y'know...a geek cloud.
Here's the challenge. Go to your computer, and click on something. That's starting a program up. Maybe the program is on your computer. Maybe it's on another computer in your office. Or maybe...it's somewhere "out there."
It used to be we were pretty much stuck with where the program was. If it's a web site, it was hosted "out there." If it was email (we're talking business now), it was part of the corporate IT, usually either an Exchange or Notes server (sometimes referred to as the "dedicated" model). If it was a program, like Word, it was located right on your computer.
Click here to read the rest! |
| Mark your Calendar for these upcoming events! |
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March 24th - Matt Hester speaks!
Bob here. If you've gone to any Microsoft Launch, or the quarterly Tech Net events that Microsoft used to put on, you've probably heard Matt Hester speak. Not only an excellent speaker, he's actually written a thing or two. He's got an excellent blog, and you can see his site by clicking here.
Anywho, Matt's going to be visiting the Cleveland area on Wednesday, March 24th for a free after-hours networking event. We're still working on the specific details, but it should be both fun and entertaining. Although this is not going to be a Simplex-IT event per se, we're excited to help get the word out!
April 21st - Microsoft SharePoint 2010
This is the business collaboration platform that enables you to connect and empower people through formal and informal business communities, within the enterprise and beyond, and to manage content throughout the information lifecycle. Whether deployed on-premises or as hosted services, SharePoint's integrated capabilities are enhanced by search technologies and enable you to rapidly respond to changing business needs by making data-driven decisions and by deploying customized solutions quickly and securely. The consolidation of collaboration solutions onto SharePoint 2010 makes it possible to cut costs by lowering training and maintenance expenses and increasing IT productivity, all within a governable and compliant platform.
Email or call Bob for more information! |
They came, they saw, they were Wowed! |
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30 people joined us at Hattie's Café in Hudson on Feb. 17, for an outstanding review of the new Microsoft Office 2010 Beta release. Our fearless leader and presenter, Bob Coppedge, was clearly excited about the many new possibilities the new Office represents and the attendees seemed equally so.
But don't just take my word for it. Here are just a few of the quotes from our survey at the end of the event:
- "...found it very informative"
- "Bob has so much info..."
- "Excellent, learned many quick tips..."
Keep your eyes open for news on our next Lunchinar coming up on March 17. In fact, why not mark your calendars right now and make plans to join us. We'd love to see you! |
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Help Haiti - and get hands on experience with Office 2010! |
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(There are still some seats left, but there won't be many for long!)
We have all heard the news reports about the extreme conditions that continue to intensify in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
On March 9th Simplex-IT and DeVore Technologies will offer a half day class (from 8:30 -12:00) on Office 2010. This hands-on class will be taught by Bob Coppedge and serves as an introduction to the new features found in Microsoft Office 2010 and includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, OneNote and Publisher.
The cost? A donation to the American Red Cross.
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| Simplex-IT Is Growing... |
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 Meet John Harrow...
John brings a wealth of sales and marketing expertise to Simplex-IT. Having served as National Sales Manager for two different companies, an Independent Manufacturer's Rep and in several management roles at retail John will be actively evangelizing the virtues of utilizing Simplex-IT as your trusted IT advisor.
In addition to his extensive history in sales, he is also certified as a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) in Office 2007, a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) and Business Objects Crystal Reports Professional.
John is also a musician, having been forced to learn the accordion at an early age. In the early 60s, he came down with a severe case of Beatlemania and has never really quite recovered. A singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist he has recorded and produced many songs over the years which, if played in your basement late at night, are guaranteed to rid your home of rats and other vermin.
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And Introducing... |
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 Hello...My name is Cyndee Duhon and I am one of the newest members of Simplex-IT. I am joining the team to help with Simplex-IT Marketing Strategy.
I may have already met some of you since I have worked on a few small Simplex-IT projects over the last 2 years, but I am now joining Simplex-IT as a part-time employee. I even have my own desk!
I have worked with both Bob and Sam in a previous life as fellow employees for another company. They are great guys and I am really excited to be working with them again.
I have a strong design background in graphics, web and photography. Most of my recent experience is in Internet Marketing using social media combined with Google Analytics, Google Adwords and search engine optimization.
I am really looking forward to meeting and working with all of you!
Cyndee
P.S. I do watch LOST....
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| Plain Funny #16 |
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How It Should Have Ended
Bob here. Did you ever watch a movie and think to yourself "what a lame ending?" Well, the folks at HowItShouldHaveEnded have done just that. Their latest entry is "Star Trek," but they also have alternative endings to "Superman," "Lord of the Rings" and others.
Update to an earlier Plain Funny:
A couple of months ago I spoke about an Improv group that I'm a member of, called Point of no Return. We recently celebrated our 8th year in "business" in front of a crowd of about 75 and were featured in a review by the Falls News Press (oooohh!).
Yup...I need a life. |
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What your company should be getting in their Managed Services partnership. |
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We truly can understand a company's hesitation to trust their IT network and infrastructure to a remote, off-campus entity. We appreciate that relying on an outside vendor to manage all of the critical information that a company generates can create a sense of worry and trepidation. As we host learning events and seminars, it is our hope and initiative to educate and calm those fears and create a new sense of trust and belief in remote Information Technology Management.
Perhaps it would help if companies knew exactly what they could (and should) be getting out of a managed services arrangement. Of course, impeccable, proactive, constantly available IT support and service should be first and foremost.
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| A Little Bit About Simplex-IT... |
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Let us help you with Microsoft Licensing and Upgrades!
Here's a thing you need to know about Microsoft Licensing. It's painful. Nasty. Nobody enjoys it except for those people who think a swell thing to do on a Saturday night is review IRS tax laws while watching CSPan. That said, Microsoft actually has a lot of deals for folks purchasing software, especially when a product is relatively new, like Windows 7. Don't believe me? Check out their Incentives site by clicking here. Ok, point made. Now, then. Simply stated, volume licensing of software makes it easier and more affordable to run software on multiple computers within a single purchasing organization. | |
We'd love to hear feedback about this! Send comments to Bob@Simplex-IT.com, or call us at 234.380.1277!
Sincerely,
Bob Coppedge
Simplex-IT LLC |
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