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As a premier Houston IT consulting company, AVATAR Managed Services understands how a proactive IT strategy and a clear roadmap can help reduce operational risks as changes are made and facilitate budget planning. Information technology now permeates many business processes across all industry sectors, keeping data secure and available at all times can be the difference between winning new customers and earning their trust and losing existing clients and reputation damage. As Houston cybersecurity solution providers, AVATAR Managed Services works with clients to protect data. With an ever-increasing range of cyber security threats to contend with, prevention is always the preferred path. If a cyber attack is successful then the mitigation could be costly in terms of time lost, money spent, and a compromised reputation. As well as incorporating the smartest tools to help detect and counteract cyber threats, staff should all be trained to recognize the warning signs that an attack is imminent and should know exactly how to respond if a suspected cyber attack is confirmed. AVATAR Managed Services looks at all aspects of IT, from the platforms, servers, network protocols, maintenance patches, and hardware, to the processes, documentation, and communication that dovetail to make the IT architecture fit for purpose and suitable to deliver the expected return on investment.

As a premier Houston IT consulting company, AVATAR Managed Services offers a comprehensive range of services to support a business with its information technology needs, ranging from cybersecurity compliance through to a strategy to move away from a data center and beyond. Every company is unique and yet increasingly businesses across multiple business sectors have IT-related themes in common, two of which are dependence on information technology in order to carry out day-to-day operations and the need to protect and safeguard client data from cyberattacks and attempts to steal that data. A proactive IT strategy helps a business budget for the future with step-by-step enhancements to keep the company ahead of cyber threats while simultaneously upgrading infrastructure and harnessing cutting-edge IT tools and programs to automate repetitive tasks and monitoring. As Houston cybersecurity solution providers, AVATAR Managed Services have extensive experience across industry sectors including law firms, manufacturing companies, healthcare facilities, banking institutions, professional services, construction, engineering, energy, transport, and more. The starting point is usually a baseline IT assessment which AVATAR has developed and tuned over time to gauge the overall health of existing infrastructure technology performance and effectiveness. These indicators are quantitative and can be repeated over time to demonstrate the results of change and return on investment. A holistic approach is essential, with staff processes and procedures fully in scope for review and development. At times of stress in particular, after a cyber attack has been detected for instance, AVATAR's Computer Incident Response Team assumes command of the next actions to be taken, mitigating threats and minimizing risk moving forward in terms of cyber security, staff training, and reputation management. With IT operations a critical pillar of many businesses and with the need to have an online presence at all times, AVATARs security operations center operates 24x7x365, covering all business hours, weekends, and holidays. Once the assessment has been translated into a roadmap and plans, the next phase is implementation. Progress can be measured and plans should always be reviewed to ensure the option initially mapped out is still the best, this is because in the rapidly changing landscape of IT, new products may be launched or prices may fluctuate. Following the implementation of improvements and even after gaining cybersecurity compliance, ongoing maintenance and proactive enhancements are a sound investment for the future of the business.

Every company needs to know what their consumers think about their products. Getting customers feedback can be costly and time consuming. That is why they want people to take surveys to speed up the process and at the same time get feedback.

The popular synchronization software for files was today released as version 5.00. The new version now synchronizes also the files from iOS / Android devices. Even without a drive letter. All devices supporting shell / MTP are supported.

At the dawn of the twenty first century, it was open season on codecs used to create digital content from audio and visual media. Many formats were created by different manufactures looking to secure patents, and for a long time there was debate as to which would be the industry standard, much like VHS and Betamax in the video revolution. Now, we have seen MP3 has become the victor, though Apple’s MP4 and WAV formats still remain contenders. WAV however is a much larger encoding packet and for those wishing to get the maximum amount of music on their devices, the Convert Audio Free WAV converter is now available.

With eFlip Standard, digital publishers can now create mobile flipbooks in HTML5 format, allowing them to create e-books for any kind of mobile device. Users can create a flipbook in HTML5 format at the click of a button, enabling them to reach customers in the mobile market. Flash is expected to diminish in popularity over the next few years; as the new web format takes over, publishers can take advantage as it becomes the main trend.

3PRIME recently completed work on a new site for Stratford, CT based ScottInsurance.com. The new site was made in order to provide the personnel at Scott Insurance, as well as their customers, with an easier to use, more dynamic website. "We set out to create a website for Scott Insurance that from a design stand point was vibrant and welcoming and from a functionality standpoint was easier and more meaningful to interact with," says Cornel Boudria, co-owner of 3PRIME.

Will Sobel, CEO and Founder of System Insights noted, “Most companies operate off of two data items, controller mode and execution. It tells you if the machine is running a program. This does not tell you if it is doing useful work. vimana is the only solution that looks at ALL the MTConnect data and determines if the machine is actually making a part and is doing useful work. We looks at loads, speeds, feeds, alarms, messages, and complete state. vimana is also the only application that saves all the data from MTConnect to reevaluate for future improvements and keep an entire history of the operation of the machine.”

Effective Hands Off SEO, a company that specializes in effective SEO solutions and digital marketing, has just announced that it is releasing its blog network building software to a much larger market, outside of a single forum. Called Blogseries, the private blog network software is a very useful tool for search engine optimization. Right now, for a limited time, the platform free software is available at 50 percent off the usual price.

Magliner CooLift Profiled in Packaging Industry News at 3 Upcoming Tradeshows

IDX, Inc. welcomes agent Silva Stoyanova to the growing group of real estate agents and brokers adopting a customizable IDX solution for their websites. Stoyanova, a member of the Fort Lauderdale MLS (RAGFL) has long had access to thousands of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida property listings. Now the same listings that were once classified for only real estate professionals are accessible to home seekers on the website Stoyanova hosts. Never before has such a dynamic and easy-to-use search been available to potential buyers.

A custom IDX solution is now available on the Walnut Creek, California real estate website of Marc Graves. Thanks in part to the revolutionary IDX, Inc. technology, thousands of East Bay Regional Data (EBRD) listings are seamlessly integrated onto the search page Graves represents. With IDX Broker software, Graves can utilize a dynamic set of search functions online, in an effort to supply his clients with a comprehensive and complete property search conveniently on his website.

MFRTech.com featured the new PickCart by Pcdata USA. The innovative PickCart immediately increases in productivity according to Pcdata USA. Antonio Rodrigues, a senior manager at Pcdata USA, based in East Granby, Connecticut, suggested, “PickCart has no complex menus, no difficult voice commands, no triggers to learn, no complex picking lists to decipher. This means your employees start gaining efficiencies quickly, and temporary staff will take minutes to train, increasing your operational flexibility.” Unlike any other order picking technologies, Pcdata USA’s PickCart is designed to pick multiple orders in one go around the warehouse. This drastically cuts per-order picking time, increasing warehouse productivity.

Oracle E-Business Suite is the system of records, and Ultriva manages the material flow transactions, using Kanban signals. Consumption on the floor triggers an electronic Kanban signal that can interface with Oracle E-Business Suite to get a discrete purchase order (PO) or a release line against a blanket PO. Suppliers can receive this signal along with the PO and can execute the replenishment by remotely printing a Kanban label while shipping the goods, using Ultriva’s CEK. When the goods are received at the dock, they are scanned for auto generation of a PO receipt in Oracle E-Business Suite.

Making money is a central concern for everyone in the modern world, and addressing it is a key stepping stone on the way to adulthood, prosperity and peace of mind. However, in a rapidly evolving economy professions now exist that schools could never have prepared people for, and which require constant development to stay ahead of the curve. Revenue Forums provides ideas, expert discussion, a thriving and growing community as well as modern and inventive ways for individuals to make money and free themselves from the typical nine to five.

Purchasing a home is exciting but there's a lot to consider. Take time to define your search parameters like price range, location preference, type of ownership (co-op, condo, etc.), size of property and building amenities, if applicable. Prioritize your needs (i.e., space, light, views, schools, etc.) but try to be flexible. In evaluating your budget, know what you can spend on a down payment as well as monthly expenditures like maintenance or common charges, real estate taxes, monthly mortgage, utilities, parking, etc. Find the right real estate agent to help navigate you through the process, speak with a mortgage lender to obtain written pre-approval for a loan, and choose an attorney experienced in NYC real estate. (quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/49000.html)

With a goal of $25,000 the makers of the POWERQUBE™ have launched a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo. Geared toward personal electronic devices such as tablets, smart phones, iPods®, iPads®, iTouches®, Samsung®, Android®, Nokia®, etc., the POWERQUBE™ is the 21st century charging solution to the age-old power-strip. A revolutionary electrical power and charging system that allows consumers to charge up to nine devices simultaneously through three USB ports and six electrical outlets, the POWERQUBE™ is a smart charging device with a sleek and attractive design. Compact and designed to place on a desk, conference table, kitchen counter, coffee table, nightstand or dorm room desk, the modernly designed POWERQUBE™ can be placed anywhere the consumer needs power management and USB charging capabilities. JOIN THE REVOLUTION!

Raleigh web design company, TheeDesign Studio, announced today the launch of AtlanticVending.com, a new responsive design website for Atlantic Vending out of Farmingdale, New Jersey.

Bidius, a new online auction marketplace that started operations a few weeks ago, has emerged as a preferred alternative for people across the globe. The platform brings sellers and dealers together at one place and allows them to sell and buy items including postage stamps, postcards, coins, books, art, vintage and handmade items to name a few.

Pcdata USA, will be exhibiting at the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) from October 6-9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Nevada at booth #4724. The baking industry’s largest, most important conference will put new information, expert strategies and the best practices at attendees’ disposal. The show will feature a daily schedule of expert-led seminars, the Baking Expo’s cutting edge curriculum gives more of the essential knowledge baking leaders need to improve operations, grow business and stay in front of the baking industry’s ever-changing curve.

The fashion business is becoming a crowded game, but a young Canadian designer by the name of Melany Rowe is beginning to leave her mark, and is getting closer and closer to making that mark permanent.

QuoteColo, the web’s most trusted site for helping businesses and individuals find safe and affordable colocation services for their mission critical IT infrastructure, recently announced the release of their new colocation pricing tool, available at http://www.quotecolo.com/colocation-pricing. This innovative feature allows customers to get free quotes and compare information between top-ranked local and national tier two, tier three, tier 4 and carrier-neutral colocation providers. Clients can simply go to the page and find up to date pricing from qualified vendors all over the United States – Northeast, Midwest, South and West. For custom configurations, clients can simply enter a few details about their colocation hosting requirements, including the amount of space, power and bandwidth they require. Then, they will receive direct quotes from qualified and cost-effective hosting providers in their requested area.

As more and more people turn to smartphones for daily needs, businesses and groups will have to become more sophisticated in generating advertising for their needs, goods and services. QRRadio.net has taken this concept with their audio-on-demand system.

Love playing Minesweeper? Your addiction is sure to reach a whole new level with the all new Zombie RPG Minesweeper. Making the game more entertaining than ever before, this version is filled with zombies, cutting-edge role-playing-game graphics, music and narrative.

Hi Slider has become a renowned name when it comes to free jquery slider creator. The software is helping millions to create photo slideshows with ease in no time. When contacted, a representative of the company said, “We are extremely happy with the response the software is generating. The greatest related benefit is that anyone can easily create and share photos on web. The software is free of cost as well.” He further said, “We aim to be most preferred option for the masses when it comes to HTML5 Photo Slideshow Maker.”

MilesWeb.com, one of the prominent web hosting companies in India, has today launched the most unique campaign in the web hosting industry. MilesWeb takes pleasure in announcing the Rs.1 campaign, a revolution in the web hosting industry. This initiative has been taken by MilesWeb as individuals and businesses are getting hit as the exchange rate of dollar and pound is sky rocketing. The web hosting industry is one of the prominent industries that has got affected as a result of the steep depreciation in the value of rupee. This is a symbolic endeavor by MilesWeb to support the web hosting customers and encourage them to host their websites in the US or UK as per their preference.

Now offering more than vast storage space, the NAS drive by Western Digital tends to offer 1TB and 750GB space for office and home systems. The NAS drive is 2.5 inch in size and is rather portable to carry around without having to struggle too much. For people who are not really aware, the WD Red Nas Drive is the first of its kind to offer such a high level of convenience and capacity. Moreover, it is for all those individuals who use network attached storage (NAS) systems in their regular routine. People now have the option of choosing between the new NAS drives which offer both 1Tb storage space as well as 750GB.