Spring 2012

Features

Greener Pastures
Learn how one company’s quest to achieve sustainable practices has reaped multiple benefits.
Prepared Now, Productive Later
Here are lessons you can learn from three companies’ DR planning.
Real-Time Inventories
Businesses deploy tech tools that let them know what’s on the shelf right NOW.
When ROI Spells Peace of Mind
Companies can save money, gain efficiencies and focus on achieving their business visions by outsourcing their IT.
Before You Outsource
Handing off IT management to an outside company can increase efficiency, but keep these tips in mind when looking for help.
Steady As They Go
Businesses make the move to the cloud at a pace that won’t overwhelm day-to-day operations.
Handle With Care
KidsCare Therapy identifies tablets as way to streamline clinical documentation while enhancing patient care.
Prepared Now, Productive Later
Here are lessons you can learn from three companies’ DR planning.
Changing Your Hue
Looking to make your business' IT a little more green? Follow this advice.

Departments

Dashboard: Anytime, Anywhere Access
Absolute Software’s Absolute Manage MDM lets flooring company manage handheld devices from a single console.
Dashboard: Spotlight Product: Computrace Complete
This Absolute program lets IT centrally manage the network’s end points.
A Slender Build
This lightweight ultrabook offers a sleek design and an attractive price tag.
Sensible Security
Sorry hackers: This latest user-friendly version of the antivirus software reinvents the virus protection mold.
Tech Tips: Backup 101: Mobile Safety Net
It’s up to the IT team to make this must-do job as simple and speedy as possible.
Best Practices: Don't Miss This Money Saver
Find out the limits and rules for deducting 2012 tech purchases.
Best Practices: A Few Other Tax Tips
Wondering how to deduct hardware and software expenses for your small business? Tax experts weigh in.
Best Practices: Ensuring the 'P' in DLP
Pattern matching and document tagging are often used in parallel to create the most effective approaches to data loss prevention.
Tech Trends: Man Versus Printer
Learn how one law firm used managed printer services to retake control of its printer operations.
Tech Trends: Taking the Reins
Configurable switches provide the control necessary to keep pace with growing user demands.

Opinions

The Lowdown: Success Through Failure
Missteps in business can serve as the stepping-stones on your path to success.
Tech On Your Side: Tablets in the Workplace?
Whether used as ‘magic clipboards’ or for mobile computing, tablets solve business pain points in unique ways.
Letter From the Editor: What Kind of IT Hero Are You?
Here’s a fun way to give your tech saviors some digital appreciation.
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