Cloud Computing embraced in Denver By Mission Critical systems

Denver, CO (PRWEB) September 14, 2010

Denver IT company launches cloud computing initiative

Much as the Internet burst on the scene and rapidly altered the landscape of global communication, so is cloud computing replacing on-site based servers and systems.

Companies like Denver-based Mission Critical Systems (MCS) are perfectly positioned for this shift, given their experience and understanding of traditional on-site infrastructure development, management, and maintenance.

The beauty of cloud computing is that its not an all-or-nothing proposition, notes Mission Critical Systems General Manager Gene Smith. Were working with companies looking to migrate slowly from their on-site servers to individual applications and software hosted on the Web. And, were talking with others prepared to move aggressively on transitioning their entire company infrastructure into the cloud.

To offer a foundation for informed decision-making in this arena, MCS is addressing cloud computing pros and cons in an Oct. 6 noon-hour webinar.

Notes Smith, Typically, people are concerned about security, transitional disruption and accompanying loss of productivity, and perceived loss of control that occurs when the server is no longer on premises. We aim to reassure people and make them feel comfortable with this prospective change, while also emphasizing that time is of the essence.

Some estimate that on-premise Microsoft Exchange servers will vanish in as little as two years, replaced by Exchange in the Cloud. Obviously, cloud computing isnt going to vanish into thin air.

Cloud computing can scale economically to many sizes and scopes of challenges, all while effectively commoditizing the back office IT function at lower and more predictable cost. However, just as no company would purchase an on-site server without first evaluating capacity, speed, reliability and the like, companies need to marry their requirements to the most appropriate cloud computing model.

Bandwidths, proprietary software and cloudless partners are three issues to review closely before making the cloud commitment. Bandwidth requirements may be too large for the cloud. Some proprietary software isnt compatible. And, companies should make sure that going to the cloud wont create conflicts with cloudless partners, Smith points out.

In the one hour webinar on October 6th at 12:00 MDT, the firm will address:

1) The origins and drivers of cloud computing

2) What cloud computing means for the SMB community. Especially for small businesses, cloud computing can Lower costs and provide business advantages–eliminating the need for purchase and maintenance of expensive on-premise servers requiring spam protection, redundant power supplies, physical space, electricity, air conditioning, and more.

3) Reliability, security, performance and other concerns. Make sure to review Service Level Agreements and End User licensing agreements for every cloud computing service chosen, to make sure performance expectations are addressed.

4) How the cloud also can greatly simplify execution of a disaster recovery plan. (Youll still want to have redundant backup on tape, flash drive or other media.)

5) Saving money and reducing risk and wasted time. Instead of spending $ 15,000 on a new Exchange server and $ 500 per month maintaining it, host the service in the cloud for $ 2,400 down and a reasonable maintenance cost.

6) How to transition to the cloud with no interruptions. Moving to the cloud is not an all-or-nothing choice. For instance, you can move to a cloud solution to meet customer relationship needs while maintaining an on-premises server. Later, you can commit to a cloud server.

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Cloud Computing embraced in Denver By Mission Critical systems

ADR Software Contracted to Provide Automated Workforce Monitoring Service at Construction Sites in Denver, Baltimore and Washington, DC Metro Areas

Reston, VA (PRWEB) April 30, 2012

ADR Software, LLC, manager of the Automated Daily Reporting Network and the Workforce Monitor service, today announced that it has been retained by four large general contractors to initiate workforce monitoring and reporting services at new projects located in Aurora, Colorado; Greeley, Colorado; Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland. Clients include Kiewit-Turner, Twin Contracting, HITT Contracting and Turner Construction.

“We are pleased to have been given these important assignments,” said Bruce Labovitz, ADR’s co-founder and President. “These are big and complex projects spread out over large areas that require timely information regarding labor and manpower activities. Workforce Monitor gives the project managers and project administrators access to real-time insight into the composition of their workforce at any given time. Using any web-enabled device like a cell phone, an iPad, a laptop or tablet, project managers can evaluate not just who actually came to work today but also who was supposed to come to work today and who is still at work at any given time during the day. ADR’s real-time workforce information is invaluable in bringing a project to conclusion on-time and on budget.”

“One of our customers is using Workforce Monitor to insure compliance with local economic development and hiring objectives,” Labovitz continued. “With Workforce Monitor on site the client is able to evaluate their compliance on a daily, monthly or project-to-date basis. We believe this real-time analysis provides a competitive advantage in the bidding process and we work closely with our general contractor clients to include ADR in their bid packages.”

ADR also announced that its database of manpower had grown to over 20,000 registered (or tagged) resources. ADR’s Workforce Monitor service is the pedestrian equivalent to the RFID-based automated highway toll collection systems. With ADR’s proprietary Automated Daily Reporting Network, all ADR portals are connected together so a worker who has an ADR tag on their hard hat can be read at any Workforce Monitor enabled project. As such, ADR is able to track workers and sub-contractors across multiple projects for a single general contractor while eliminating the need for redundant data collection and processing. ADR’s Workforce Web Application interacts with leading construction management systems to seamlessly integrate data collected in the field with daily reports, work schedules and accounting requirements.

Workforce Monitor is a service of ADR Software, LLC headquartered in Reston, Virginia. General contractors, owners, project managers and sub-contractors use the service to empower real-time workforce decision making, to provide invaluable project workforce documentation, to improve safety awareness and response readiness and ultimately to manage risk.

Workforce Monitor utilizes RFID tags, embedded in stickers affixed to hard hats and ID badges, to monitor workforce traffic without delays, interruptions or intrusions. Workforce Monitor is currently monitoring over 20,000 workers at construction sites throughout the United States.

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Latisys Expands Denver Area Data Center Presence

Englewood, CO (PRWEB) November 21, 2011

Latisys today announced a significant expansion to its data center presence in the Denver market with the addition of a second regional facility. After expansion and build-out, total capacity of the new high-density data center facility will exceed 82,000 square feet more than doubling the current Latisys footprint in Colorado.

Located in Englewood, Colorado on a 6.5-acre campus, Latisys second Denver-area data center (DEN2) will have an initial 14 Megawatts of power and will add another 10 Megawatts in the next phase of development. DEN2 features access to a wide variety of existing redundant fiber networks, as well as multi-route, redundant fiber connectivity back to Latisys existing 76,000 square foot Denver-area data center (DEN1) located just minutes away. In addition to colocation, the companys end-to-end suite of security, network, hosting and cloud services will be deployed at DEN2 in early third quarter, 2012.

We are expanding our Denver presence to build on our organization, know-how and momentum in the market, said Pete Stevenson, Latisys CEO. We continue to execute on our plan to deliver the infrastructure-based IT Outsourcing solutions that mid-size and enterprise customers requirefor the challenges of today, and for tomorrow.

This investment is not only important for Latisys; its a significant capital investment in the Denver market. By adding a state-of-the-art data center and enhancing our high-availability hosting and cloud platform, Latisys is addressing a critical need for companies looking for a provider that can deliver flexible, end-to-end IT solutions, said Bryan Walsh, Denver Regional Sales Director, Latisys. Development of our second facility reinforces our commitment to providing agile IT infrastructure outsourcing for Colorado customers in all phases of their business.

The data center expansion not only delivers enhanced disaster recovery capabilities for regional companies, but also provides national and global enterprises with additional multi-site redundancy and managed backup services. With multiple high-density, Tier III data center facilities across all U.S. time zones, Latisys provides unmatched scalability to enterprise customers whether they want to off-premise, off-load, optimize or on-demand their IT infrastructure.

Latisys investment in the Denver market is another sign of the strong momentum we have seen that Colorado is a great place to do business, said Su Hawk, President of the Colorado Technology Association. Companies can feel confident that Colorado is committed to providing a healthy infrastructure and business environment to support todays technology creators and users.

About Latisys

Latisys is a leading national provider of colocation, managed hosting, managed services, disaster recovery and private cloud solutions to medium-sized businesses, enterprise customers and government agencies. With a heritage serving business customers since 1994, and multiple high-density, SAS70 Type II compliant data centers across the United States, Latisys offers scalable outsourced IT infrastructure management solutions that provide customers what they need, when they need it. As a data center-centric company, Latisys is quickly becoming the hosting and colocation company of choice for companies that demand more from their IT infrastructure partner. All while optimizing clients’ return on investment. All while ‘delivering more_’. Call 1-866-956-9594 or visit http://www.latisys.com for additional information.

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Platte River Networks Named Finalist for 2012 Small Business of the Year Award by the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce

Denver, CO (PRWEB) March 13, 2012

Denver-based IT firm Platte River Networks honored as a finalist for the Small Business of the Year Award from the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. With hundreds of elite local businesses in the running, Platte River Networks was named one of three finalists for this prestigious award. The Small Business of the Year Award recognizes companies displaying a history of outstanding business practices in the Denver community, including entrepreneurship, sustainability, productivity and effort necessary for a successful small business.

We are incredibly honored to be a finalist for this award. We recognize this wouldnt have been possible without the dedication and hard work of the entire Platte River team, nor without the relationships we have fostered with our clients, said David DeCamillis, Director of Business Development at Platte River Networks. It is amazing to be recognized as a small business leader in Denver, a city with so many phenomenal small companies.

The award identifies companies that have demonstrated steady growth and have contributed to the overall prosperity of Denver. Additionally, the selection committee considers the companies commitment and dedication to serving the community of Denver. The Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, with presenting sponsor Colorado Business Bank, will host the 2012 Business Awards luncheon on Friday, April 27, 2012 to announce the award winners.

For the past decade, Platte River Networks, a technology consulting firm based in Denver, has provided complete IT services for small to mid-sized businesses throughout both Colorado and the nation. Their expertise and work ethic has resulted in hundreds of diverse clients in all types of industries. The Chambers recognition is the latest commendation Platte River Networks has received in the past six months, having earned a spot on both CRNs coveted North American Next-Gen 250 List, as well as the MVP of the Western Region USA Award in Cloud Computing from Ingram Micro.

Intuition, Platte River Networks bundled cloud services, provides 24×7 remote and onsite management of network infrastructure including cloud based business class antivirus, email security, web security, offsite backup, disaster recovery and business continuity. Platte River Networks also provides complete telecommunication services including voice/data circuits, bandwidth, VoIP, and low voltage cabling. http://www.platteriver.com

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Platte River Networks Named Finalist for 2012 Small Business of the Year Award by the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce

Platte River Networks Wins 2012 Small Business of the Year Award from the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce

DENVER, CO (PRWEB) May 02, 2012

Denver-based IT firm Platte River Networks has been chosen as the 2012 Small Business of the Year from the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. Platte River Networks was announced the winner of this prestigious award at the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce 2012 Business Awards luncheon on Friday, April 27, 2012, with over 500 Chamber members and local business leaders in attendance.

The Small Business of the Year Award was selected from over 100 nominees and further narrowed down to three finalists prior to last Fridays live announcement of the winner. Platte River Networks was chosen for displaying a history of outstanding business practices in the Denver community, including entrepreneurship, sustainability, productivity and effort necessary for a successful small business. The award identifies companies that have demonstrated steady growth and have contributed to the overall prosperity of Denver.

What a huge honor to win such an incredible award! This would not have been possible without the dedication and hard work of the entire Platte River team, the support of our families and the loyalty of our clients, said David DeCamillis, Director of Business Development at Platte River Networks. We take pride in our work every day taking care of our customers; companies who need technology to help manage and grow their business.

For the past decade, Platte River Networks, a technology consulting firm based in Denver, has provided complete IT services for small to mid-sized businesses throughout both Colorado and the nation. Their expertise and work ethic has resulted in hundreds of diverse clients in all types of industries. The Chambers award is the latest commendation Platte River Networks has received in the past six months, having earned a spot on both CRNs coveted North American Next-Gen 250 List, as well as the MVP of the Western Region USA Award in Cloud Computing from Ingram Micro.

Intuition, Platte River Networks bundled cloud services, provides 24×7 remote and onsite management of network infrastructure including cloud based business class antivirus, help desk/desktop support, email security, web security, offsite backup, disaster recovery and business continuity. Platte River Networks also provides complete telecommunication needs including voice/data circuits, bandwidth, VoIP, and low voltage cabling. http://www.platteriver.com

For additional information please contact: David DeCamillis david@platteriver.com 303-255-1941

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International Technology Leaders to Join Local Business Technology Providers for Press Conference to Announce Denver Business Technology Expo

Denver, CO (PRWEB) May 31, 2012

International technology leaders, Dell, Microsoft, Cisco, Comcast and Fortinet, join with local technology leaders, Latisys, CoBiz Financial, Colorado Technology Partners and the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce on June 6 at Wings Over the Rockies for a formal press conference to announce and discuss Denvers first annual Business Technology Exposition (DBTE).

The press conference and technology Summit, presented by CoBiz financial and scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on June 6 at Wings Over the Rockies, features representatives from 10 sponsoring organizations as they announce and discuss details for the Denver Business Technology Expo, including the Expo agenda, open question and answer period for media and a sneak preview for new solutions and cutting-edge technologies to be featured at the Expo in October.

Open to all media and by invitation-only for regional business owners and executives, the DBTE press conference and Summit is designed to be the kick-off event for the Denver Business Technology Expo (DBTE), scheduled for October 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum at 7711 E Academy Blvd. in the Lowry area of east Denver, CO 80230.

Exclusively for Colorado business owners and leaders, the Denver Business Technology Expo on October 12, will feature international technology leaders and up to 50 local technology providers presenting the latest solutions, software, hardware, services and strategies for business of all sizes, in all sectors.

Colorado has been a technology hub with more providers, developers and early adopters than just about any place outside of Silicon Valley, said Tom Clark, CEO of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation. Denver businesses are truly technology centric, with a keen understanding of the solutions that drive business in todays global marketplace.

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