Summer 2012

Features

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Dollars and Sense
Cloud computing, managed networking and managed print services help companies cut costs.
Virtual Savings
There are significant cost savings to be found in virtualization technologies.
Touch ’Em All
Use a touch-screen kiosk to put customers in control of their shopping experience.
Keeping in Touch
The latest kiosks mimic many of the touch-screen features of today’s smartphones and tablets.
Case Closed
Virtualized SAN technology offers flexibility and simplicity.
A Tablet for Two
An ice cream company uses Revel Systems' point-of-sale solution to save on space and increase mobility.
The Thrill of the Mundane
A company achieved just what it was looking for when it moved its e-mail to the cloud: no problems.
Signs of the Times
More businesses are using digital displays to increase engagement and bump up the entertainment value for customers.
Supporting an Entrepreneurial Mission
The mortgage lender empowers its workers to go out and build valuable relationships with customers and partners.
Say It With a Sign
From health care to car dealerships, digital signage has a use case in almost every industry.

Departments

Dashboard: Power Jam
Finding efficiencies in power and cooling is a top priority for businesses looking to optimize their infrastructure.
Case Study: Branching Out
With its branch-in-a-box strategy, PrimeLending creates repeatable process to speed remote-office openings.
Tech Tips: On Patrol
Theft-prevention technologies not only guard against mobile devices being stolen, but they also can erase sensitive data if a theft occurs.
Best Practices: The Building Blocks of Mobile Management
A solid mobile-device policy and management platform can mitigate risk and ease administration.
Best Practices: Secure Airspace
Take these wireless security measures to ensure that company data is safe without impeding the end-user experience.
Up in the Air
The original ultrabook wows with portability and fast flash storage.
Bridging the Thin Client Gap
The PC-sharing kit provides enterprise-class features for small and medium-sized businesses.
Dashboard: Tips for Optimizing a Private Cloud Using DCIM
Cloud environments demand uptime and efficiency. Follow these steps to maximize both.

Opinions

Letter From the Editor: At Your Fingertips
Touch screens and interactive digital signage are helping companies embrace the next wave of computing.
The Business of I.T.: Make Every Investment Count
Smart technology managers spend with an eye toward achieving savings they can reinvest in their future.
Inside I.T.: Striking a Balance with BYOD
Take these steps to protect company data and employees.
Tech On Your Side: Would Ultrabooks Please Goldilocks?
The lighter, compacter version of notebooks is gaining traction with users and IT departments.
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