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The Importance of an Architectural Approach to IT Automation

Organization should take a wide view approach to automation strategies in order to get the most out of their systems.

March 13, 2017 Jim Manias Leave a Comment

Gartner predicts that by 2017, “75 percent of enterprises will have more than four diverse automation technologies within their IT management portfolios, up from less than 20 percent in 2014.” For many companies, however, it is likely closer to eight technologies, according to Gartner VP and Distinguished Analyst Ronni Colville. This number is growing in […]

Cyber Security Tips From a White House CIO

According to Theresa Payton, the former CIO of the White House, companies need to implement and rehearse security strategies for the most valuable digital assets.

March 12, 2017 Rachel Quetti Leave a Comment

On October 21, 2016, a digital disaster occurred across the globe. Online users were barred from popular sites such as Twitter, Netflix and others, all because of the Internet of Things. According to wccbcharlotte.com, hackers were able to flood these popular sites with so much traffic through the IoT that the sites simply couldn’t handle it, […]

How to Get Corporate Communications Right Without Breaking the Bank

March 10, 2017 Brad Parler Leave a Comment

If you are a corporate communicator and have been concerned about how visual communications fits within your standard operating procedures or have stayed away from it because you’re not a savvy designer, I have good news for you. I’ve found it is a myth that non-designers need to stay out of the way and let […]

North East Independent School District Amplifies 2,500 Classrooms

March 10, 2017 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

James Hoyer, Assistant Director of Instructional Technology at North East Independent School District (NEISD) Located in San Antonio, Texas, understands the success that happens when the connection between the teacher’s voice and the learner’s mind occurs. In order to improve the listening and learning environment for every child and strengthen the connection between teachers and […]

New Product: IBM Watson Powers Ricoh’s New Whiteboard

In an industry first, Ricoh has released a new cognitive-enabled interactive whiteboard that uses IBM’s Watson intelligence and voice technologies to transform collaboration.

March 9, 2017 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

IBM and Ricoh have announced what it calls a ‘major shakeup’ in the corporate meeting room with Ricoh’s new cognitive-enabled interactive whiteboard. The whiteboard uses IBM’s Watson intelligence and voice technologies to actively support people in meetings by responding to commands, taking notes and actions and even translating into other languages. The Intelligent Workplace Solution leverages IBM Watson IoT […]

The Growing Importance of IT in Healthcare

Many industries have seen a rapid technology takeover in recent years, but healthcare has been a bit slower to jump on board.

March 9, 2017 Chris Byers Leave a Comment

Healthcare technology adoption is on the rise, but many providers have reached a critical juncture at which they must begin implementing healthcare IT or be left behind. Healthcare technology gives care providers the ability to streamline processes and offer personalized care with more efficiency. The intersection of healthcare and IT is transforming the quality of […]

Short Throw Projection: Small Spaces, Giant Images

Can I use a projector to create a giant image in a tiny space? Yes, you can!

March 8, 2017 Amy Brennan Leave a Comment

One of the perceived limitations of projection displays is that you have to have a lot of room to make a big image. But while “throw distance” is a factor, it’s not as big a factor as it used to be. Today’s short throw projectors can easily create images well over 100” diagonally. All you […]

Two Examples of How Cisco is Bringing IoT Connectivity to Buildings

The Sinclair Hotel and Aliq InTec highlight how Cisco’s new Catalyst Digital Building Series switch is allowing buildings to turn Internet of Things dreams into reality.

March 8, 2017 Jonathan Blackwood Leave a Comment

The AV/IT convergence is no more apparent than in a smart building. Internet of Things (IoT) promises to bring together the physical world of AV technology and the digital world of IT services like never before. Systems will be so intertwined that the one will not be able to exist without the other. Users will […]

Interview: George Dotterer of NetRef Talks Student Internet Usage

George Dotterer, CEO and Co-Founder of NetRef, speaks about the why he created NetRef and how it can help educational institutions.

March 7, 2017 TD Staff Leave a Comment

TechDecisions spoke with George Dotterer, CEO and Co-Founder of NetRef, about what the company’s internet access and management solution can do for teachers, students and educational institutions. How and why was NetRef created? The idea for NetRef came about after hearing the challenges of incorporating devices in the classroom from friends and family of ours […]

The Key to Smart Cities is Smart Buildings

Today, even buildings that are a hundred years old can be updated for the modern world. Smart buildings make smart cities.

March 6, 2017 Lisa Remo Leave a Comment

The way we travel, communicate, learn, relax—even how we wake up in the morning—has all been transformed by technological advancements. The buildings we work and play in are no different. Some buildings are constructed with tech updates in mind, but corporations don’t have to level their buildings to leverage smart technology. Buildings can be fitted […]