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Simplify IT Through Modernization

November 1, 2016

What if you could greatly simplify IT while saving money and setting up your business for growth? You can. Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC can help. [read more=”Read more” less=”Read less”]   We start with your business goals. Small and midsize companies are often thought to be the growth engine of the economy. As market conditions improve, these companies need to assess the critical factors necessary to support growth. The common “growth ingredients” are people, processes, and technology.

Cost-Effective Approach to Growth

Over the past few years, we have all learned a lot about doing more with less and being smart about keeping costs down. At the same time, many companies have relied on aging infrastructure and technologies and are now at a place where some decisions need to be made to support their business objectives: simplifying IT, saving money and growing the business. Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC and Microsoft believe you can cost-effectively improve technology to help you grow your business and we have a plan to help you get there.

Big Benefits to Modernizing IT

Many experts agree that a top priority for small and midsize companies should be to migrate from older technologies. The reasoning is simple. Older technologies:

  • Represent security and regulatory concerns
  • Are more expensive to maintain
  • Don’t provide the necessary flexibility to support growth

Believe it or not, the simple action of upgrading your aging servers and operating systems can significantly reduce costs and set you up for some amazing benefits, including virtualization.

How It Works

Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC and Microsoft software make it easier for companies to simplify the way they manage and benefit from their IT investments.

Simplify IT

Spending less time worrying about the technology and more time advancing the business is a goal of most businesses. Windows Server 2012 delivers through improved management, enhanced data security and compliance and by serving as a complete virtualization platform.

Save Money

Saving money on IT is important. Windows Server 2012 will help you reduce IT costs with affordable storage. Companies can now maximize investments by virtualizing industry standard storage across new and existing hardware. Equally as important to saving money is ensuring that you are not sacrificing performance. Windows Server 2012 offers continuous availability to keep the business up and running, while scaling your environment to perform at the optimum level for the current needs of your business.

Grow Your Business

Translating your IT investment into real business value can make all the difference in your bottom line. Windows Server 2012 can help you channel your energy into creating an agile business through innovative capabilities and flexible solutions that are interoperable with what you have, making it easy to upgrade existing business systems without the stress of undue costs.

How Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC Can Help

The next step in understanding how IT modernization and virtualization can help your business is to assess your current environment of servers, applications and network. From there, we can provide recommendations on how to best upgrade, virtualize and consolidate your infrastructure. We can help you along the way to ensure that you and your team are well prepared to support your next wave of growth. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the team at Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC about the benefits of IT modernization. [/read]

Backup and Recovery Made Simple

November 1, 2016

When the inevitable happens, rest assured that you can quickly get back to a stable state. Whether it comes from a technology failure, a natural disaster or just user error, Backup & Recovery restores business continuity in minutes. [read more=”Read more” less=”Read less”]   It contains everything you need for the protection of your servers and workstations. It supports all current Microsoft Windows, Apple OS X, Linux versions and general use server products like Microsoft Exchange, SQL and SharePoint server. Even complete Hyper-V or VMware virtual machines can be protected (host-level backup). With Backup & Recovery, all features are included at a simple and predictable price point. Backup & Recovery can be managed using an easy-to-use central, web-based management console. This secure console provides a multi-tenant platform that requires minimal effort to access both backup and recovery statistics. This makes the product easy to use and easy to deploy.

Features at a Glance

Backup & Recovery gives you faster backups, rapid restores anytime and safely secured data. True Delta Technology and Backup Accelerator Backing up 9,000 files per second requires a unique technology that’s as fast as it is simple. That’s why we created True Delta Technology. Here, we only backup changes made to the data, not the full volume. By tracking changed file blocks in between backups, Backup & Recovery knows exactly what changed in selected larger files, regardless of how large a file gets. This keeps backup windows short and improves backup and recovery performance. Hybrid Cloud Backup With Backup & Recovery, all backup session data is securely stored in an external location. You can use our Cloud Storage Node or manage storage nodes in your own data center. Alternatively, you can set up an on premise cache using, for example, a NAS appliance. With access to data both on- and off- site, you can complete restores in minutes instead of hours. Worldwide Secure Storage Backup & Recovery provides world-class storage with around-the-clock security in our data centers located on three continents. Our data centers’ certifications meet all requirements for HIPAA compliance and other legal regulatory standards. The service is scalable and grows with your business and has five 9s (99.999%) uptime. This best-in-class solution has achieved Information Security Management System 27001 certification (ISO 27001). Secure Data From End to End Critical data isn’t secured with just any level of encryption; every customer has different needs. So users can select their preferred level of encryption: AES 128-bit, AES 256-bit or 448-bit Blowfish military grade encryption. Restore Everything Whatever needs to be restored, Backup & Recovery can do it. Of course, restoring a single file is simple. Recovery of a full system, a Microsoft SQL or Exchange database, an item in an Exchange mailbox or an item within a virtual system is also straightforward. Disaster Recovery Ensuring business continuity requires a fast and proven disaster recovery process. This is vital and Backup & Recovery offers you the following:

  • Bare Metal Recovery simplifies and reduces the recovery time for physical Windows systems. It can also be used for migrating an existing Windows installation to a new hardware platform.
  • Virtual Disaster Recovery automates a full system restore to Hyper-V or VMware hypervisor. This option can also be used with the Continuous Virtual Disaster Recovery feature to restore each new backup session to a ‘ready to start’ virtual instance in an alternative location, including automatic testing of the restored system.

Cloud Recovery Targets Critical systems that have short Recovery Time Objectives no longer require the maintenance of a dedicated physical or virtual infrastructure. With cloud recovery targets, you always have one. The Virtual Disaster Recovery feature supports recovering to both Microsoft Azure and Amazon EC2 or any environment hosted by you, allowing systems to be available at a moment’s notice. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the team at Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC about our Backup & Recovery solution. [/read]

Backup and Recovery Made Simple

November 1, 2016

When the inevitable happens, rest assured that you can quickly get back to a stable state. Whether it comes from a technology failure, a natural disaster or just user error, Backup & Recovery restores business continuity in minutes. [read more=”Read more” less=”Read less”]   It contains everything you need for the protection of your servers and workstations. It supports all current Microsoft Windows, Apple OS X, Linux versions and general use server products like Microsoft Exchange, SQL and SharePoint server. Even complete Hyper-V or VMware virtual machines can be protected (host-level backup). With Backup & Recovery, all features are included at a simple and predictable price point. Backup & Recovery can be managed using an easy-to-use central, web-based management console. This secure console provides a multi-tenant platform that requires minimal effort to access both backup and recovery statistics. This makes the product easy to use and easy to deploy.

Features at a Glance

Backup & Recovery gives you faster backups, rapid restores anytime and safely secured data. True Delta Technology and Backup Accelerator Backing up 9,000 files per second requires a unique technology that’s as fast as it is simple. That’s why we created True Delta Technology. Here, we only backup changes made to the data, not the full volume. By tracking changed file blocks in between backups, Backup & Recovery knows exactly what changed in selected larger files, regardless of how large a file gets. This keeps backup windows short and improves backup and recovery performance. Hybrid Cloud Backup With Backup & Recovery, all backup session data is securely stored in an external location. You can use our Cloud Storage Node or manage storage nodes in your own data center. Alternatively, you can set up an on premise cache using, for example, a NAS appliance. With access to data both on- and off- site, you can complete restores in minutes instead of hours. Worldwide Secure Storage Backup & Recovery provides world-class storage with around-the-clock security in our data centers located on three continents. Our data centers’ certifications meet all requirements for HIPAA compliance and other legal regulatory standards. The service is scalable and grows with your business and has five 9s (99.999%) uptime. This best-in-class solution has achieved Information Security Management System 27001 certification (ISO 27001). Secure Data From End to End Critical data isn’t secured with just any level of encryption; every customer has different needs. So users can select their preferred level of encryption: AES 128-bit, AES 256-bit or 448-bit Blowfish military grade encryption. Restore Everything Whatever needs to be restored, Backup & Recovery can do it. Of course, restoring a single file is simple. Recovery of a full system, a Microsoft SQL or Exchange database, an item in an Exchange mailbox or an item within a virtual system is also straightforward. Disaster Recovery Ensuring business continuity requires a fast and proven disaster recovery process. This is vital and Backup & Recovery offers you the following:

  • Bare Metal Recovery simplifies and reduces the recovery time for physical Windows systems. It can also be used for migrating an existing Windows installation to a new hardware platform.
  • Virtual Disaster Recovery automates a full system restore to Hyper-V or VMware hypervisor. This option can also be used with the Continuous Virtual Disaster Recovery feature to restore each new backup session to a ‘ready to start’ virtual instance in an alternative location, including automatic testing of the restored system.

Cloud Recovery Targets Critical systems that have short Recovery Time Objectives no longer require the maintenance of a dedicated physical or virtual infrastructure. With cloud recovery targets, you always have one. The Virtual Disaster Recovery feature supports recovering to both Microsoft Azure and Amazon EC2 or any environment hosted by you, allowing systems to be available at a moment’s notice. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the team at Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC about our Backup & Recovery solution. [/read]

 

ERP Services

November 1, 2016

Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC is pleased to offer the following ERP Services:

Migrations and Upgrades

Complete migration and upgrade solutions, from choosing the correct hardware to installation and testing to going live on your new servers with minimal downtime. [read more=”Read more” less=”Read less”]

Backups and Disaster Recovery

On-site and off-site backup solutions designed and customized for your needs to ensure reliable and hassle-free backups and restores. Our disaster recovery solutions will ensure fast recovery in case of software or hardware failure.

Terminal Servers and VPN’s

Complete solutions for terminal servers and VPN’s for branch connectivity, remote access and ease of management for your implementation.

Emergency Failover

Failover to our servers within an hour when your servers go down and avoid stress and losing business while you get your servers back up.

Hosting

Move your infrastructure to our data center and let us handle backups, maintenance and upgrades. Connect to our servers seamlessly using your desktop, thin-client or tablet.

Crystal Reports

You invested in an ERP system that gives you full access to your data, now take advantage of that with our Crystal reporting services delivered real-time or scheduled to arrive when you need it.

Dynachange Customization

Experienced support on the Dynachange family of products: Navigator, Portals and Screen Designer. The Dynachange options allow you to design, display and secure your user’s interface and guarantee the quality of the data being captured, optimizing your workflow processes.

Form Updates

Full Service Adobe Forms and Crystal Forms customization, make your forms stand out and give your customers and suppliers the information they need to correctly process the transaction.

Ribbon Metrics

Version 12.15 new user interface includes many enhancements, including the new Ribbon Metrics which puts the key pieces of information on any screen, helping you make better decisions.

Administrative Support

Leverage our years of experience assisting customers across numerous industries fine tine the set up and use of their  system, helping you achieve a higher ROI. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the team at Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC about the various Services we can offer your company. [/read]

Microsoft Office 365

November 1, 2016

Let’s face it, moving to the cloud isn’t a quick or easy decision. There’s a lot to think about. What is it really going to cost? Will it enable your people to work how and where they want to work, but still keep you in control? Is your data really going to be secure in the cloud? We hear you. That is why we recommend Microsoft Office 365 for your business. [read more=”Read more” less=”Read less”]   Office 365 is a cloud-based service hosted by Microsoft. It brings together the familiar Microsoft Office desktop applications with cloud-based business email, shared calendars, instant messaging (IM), video conferencing and file sharing. It’s designed to work with the Office you already know so you can get things done faster from virtually anywhere. It provides enterprise-grade tools for a predictable monthly cost and no upfront infrastructure investments, back by robust security and a 99.9% financially backed uptime guarantee. It’s the easiest way to work together.

Work How You Want, Where You Want

  • Access to email, calendar sharing, contacts and IM, from nearly any device
  • A seamless offline/online experience
  • Access to Office files and document editing

Share Information Without Sacrificing Security

  • Secure, single-sign-on access to email, documents, people and meetings
  • Central online content storage and management
  • IM, audio and video calls and online meetings

Get a Familiar Experience for a Predictable Price

  • Simplified per-user licensing
  • Minimal infrastructure investments
  • Automatic patches, updates and back-end upgrades

Stay Online, Stay Protected

  • 24/7 monitoring and online support community
  • Always-up-to-date virus and spam protection
  • Financially-backed 99.9 percent uptime guarantee
  • Geographically-distributed data centers with backup and premier disaster recovery

 

What’s Included in Office 365?

Office 365 is not a one-size-fits-all solution. There are multiple plans available to fit different company sizes and needs. Enterprise SKUs are a great fit for companies between 25-250 PCs. Features and benefits include the following: A Familiar Office Experience Microsoft Office is the world’s leading productivity application, giving you anywhere access from virtually any device.

  • Always the latest version of Office apps (e.g. Word, Excel®)
  • Consistent formatting across your PC, Mac, phone, browser
  • Office Web Apps as online companion for light editing in any browser (Internet Explorer®, Chrome, Safari or Firefox)

Instant Messaging and Video Conferencing Powered by Microsoft Lync Online, you can set up and join online meetings with desktop sharing and videos.

  • Presence, IM, PC-to-PC audio and video conferencing
  • Desktop sharing and recording
  • Single-click meeting creation in Microsoft Outlook
  • Calendar integration with Outlook and Exchange

Business-Class Email Powered by Microsoft Exchange Online, you can access your emails, shared calendars and contacts from your PC, Mac, phone and browser with latest virus and spam protection.

  • 25 GB user mailboxes with up to 25 MB attachments
  • Single inbox to manage all your emails and voicemails
  • Easy to add users and set up email on your domain name

Document Sharing Powered by Microsoft SharePoint Online, you can easily share documents and information with colleagues and customers.

  • Team sites to share documents internally and externally
  • Offline access to documents
  • Edit documents at the same time as colleagues
  • Set up personal profile on My Sit to connect with others

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact the team at Amoskeag Network Consulting Group, LLC for more information about Microsoft Office 365. [/read]