Alan Joch

Alan Joch

Alan Joch has been an independent business and technology writer for more than a decade. His expertise includes server and desktop virtualization, cloud computing, emerging mobile applications, cybersecurity and green IT.

Joch’s feature articles appear regularly in various industry publications, including FedTech, BizTech, Hospitals & Health Networks and Engineering Inc. He also specializes in creating online, print and live-event content for global technology companies. 

Previously, he spent seven years at McGraw-Hill, where he was a senior editor at Byte magazine. He also is the author of the book How to Find Money Online: An Internet-Based Capital Guide for Entrepreneurs, published by McGraw-Hill.

Articles by Alan Joch

Handheld Hospitality
An ambitious mobile strategy built around tablets is helping Hyatt Hotels reach new levels of customer service.
Shorter Server Refresh Cycles Spur Faster Innovation
Increased productivity, cost savings and opportunities for data center innovations are some of the reasons to shorten server refresh cycles.
Now's the Time for a Conference Room Refresh
Want to enhance collaboration and productivity? Start by modernizing the space where everyone meets.
How to Create an Effective Mobile Device Policy for Your Business
A team approach and careful consideration of operational and security issues will pave the way for effective guidance.
Why Cooling Systems Need Backup Plans Too
Why Cooling Systems Need Backup Plans Too
Infrastructure Optimization
In the event of a disaster, make sure your backup plans include your power and cooling systems.

Security

Apple’s iOS 7 Makes Small bu... |
The overhaul and redesign of Apple’s mobile operating system are worth cheering about,...
Why Law Firms Should Live an... |
Firms shouldn’t allow unfounded security concerns to deter them from all the cloud has to...
How 3 Companies Disaster-Pro... |
Despite the havoc following Sandy, these businesses continued services with hardly a...

Storage

3 Questions to Help SMBs Pla... |
Before planning a backup strategy, here are three questions that can help set the...
How 3 Companies Disaster-Pro... |
Despite the havoc following Sandy, these businesses continued services with hardly a...
EMC World 2013: Software-Def... |
Storage virtualization is a key element of providing on-demand, flexible cloud services.

Infrastructure Optimization

Has Open-Source Technology G... |
The days of “open-source” being a dirty word could soon be a distant memory.
West Coast Customs Outfits B... |
The Technoliner gives businesses a hands-on experience with the latest productivity tools...
Spring Cleaning: Refresh Tip... |
Three financial businesses offer advice on optimizing computing operations.

Networking

Cisco Live 2013: Collaborati... |
The way work gets done is set to evolve once machines and sensors jump into the mix.
At the Core of a Thriving Bu... |
Companies find the ability to easily connect with customers and employees essential to...
5 Ways to Fix Common Wi-Fi E... |
Get expert pointers on how optimize your 802.11 network.

Mobile & Wireless

The Mobile Apps Most Commonl... |
Fewer businesses than you might think actively blacklist or whitelist iOS or Android...
Using iPads at Check-In Prov... |
An ambitious mobile strategy built around tablets is helping Hyatt Hotels reach new...
Businesses Go Mobile on Mult... |
A real estate agency and logistics provider tap devices that make their workers more...

Hardware & Software

The Do’s and Don’ts of Email... |
A perfectly crafted email signature can make a great digital impression.
Shopping 2.0: N.Y. Retailer... |
Kate Spade and eBay have teamed up to provide a unique shopping experience that brings...
Apple’s iOS 7 Makes Small bu... |
The overhaul and redesign of Apple’s mobile operating system are worth cheering about,...