Scala Introduces Leading Indicators CxO Board(TM) New Digital Signage Category which Commands Attention of Busy Executives to Metrics that Matter Most to Business

Exton, Pa. (PRWEB) March 06, 2012

At the Digital Signage Expo 2012, Scala, Inc. today introduced the Leading Indicators CxO Board, a new, exclusive product using Scala software and digital displays that acts as a business barometer highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs), goals, achievements and other metrics. It enables c-level executives, directors and managers to create easily a motivational measurement display of metrics critical to business success.

With the CxO Board, companies can visually track leads and sales, measure regional goals and even show sales costs by individual, group or district. By visualizing critical business intelligence in a prominent and compelling presentation, executives can underscore the immediacy of the current situation, drive priorities through an organization and maintain focus on key performance initiatives. The content is designed to be presented on digital displays right in executive offices and conference rooms.

Busy executives face a daily challenge of getting to and digesting the business information that overloads their desktops and smart phones with truly important data sometimes getting lost in the clutter, said Tom Nix, Scala CEO. The Leading Indicators CxO Board addresses this issue by presenting essential data in a dynamic and bold way that commands attention, helping executives stay current with real-time information at a glance.

Scalas CxO Board provides organizations the ability to visualize even the most complicated data and monitor KPIs using easy drag-and-drop software tools to organize data quickly just the way executives want to see it. The CxO Board updates data automatically so content is always up-to-date. It enables companies to:

Scala Introduces Leading Indicators CxO Board(TM) New Digital Signage Category which Commands Attention of Busy Executives to Metrics that Matter Most to Business

Executives Held Accountable for Data Loss

Kutztown, PA (PRWEB) June 30, 2010

Recent courtroom rulings that hold corporate officers legally and financially accountable for protecting and producing their company’s vital records have changed the way executives think about information management. The old model of storing records in warehouses suitable for storing commodities is no longer acceptable. This is especially true against the backdrop of recent media headlines about information losses and the costly consequences of that mismanagement.

Executives have come to understand that successfully managing the modern world of risk means that vital information must be protected, while remaining accessible at a moment’s notice. WesTex Data Vault is a commercial data center with collocation, backup, and disaster recovery services, along with space for containerized data center modules, such as Secure Agile Vault Environment(SAVE) units, in a parking lot across the street from the Lubbock Police Academy. Their facility is ideally situated to serve the business continuity plans of major corporations and government organizations. WesTex is one of only two companies in the nation approved to store records for the nuclear industry. One of the reasons WesTex meets the Department of Energys NQA-1 standards for information management is their investment in FIRELOCK Class 125 data-rated vaults to protect their clients information.

The increased demand for superior data protection services has resulted in growth for this industry, even in a down economy where most businesses have seen declining revenues. As Greg Bullard, one of the ownersof IG2 Data Security, Inc. in Chicago states: “IG2 has received a positive response over the past 8 years to our unique approach to data security. The protection and benefits provided by our business model are designed to exceed any other media vaulting operation in the Midwest. Our secure vault chamber, precise environmental controls and sophisticated tracking software give our clients peace of mind in knowing that their valuable data tapes will be protected and available if they are needed.”

According to Hugh Smith, President of FIRELOCK, “This platform has propelled rapid growth and IG2′s owners are now expanding into a new space that will allow them to expand their offerings to other cutting edge IT services. Lost or misplaced tapes are unheard of and their E-vaulting service model is designed for client integrity and access on demand. This is what you would expect from a business founded by two attorneys specializing in intellectual property law.”

Another locally owned and operated data protection firm that provides the level of protection savvy executives demand is Advanced Records Management(ARM) in Plymouth, Minnesota. ARM has been providing various records storage services since 1995. According to Mike Fronius, Vice President of ARM: In addition to protecting client backup media through the physical security of our FIRELOCK vault and all its features, ARM utilizes the complete functionality of our software to assure we are working in sync with our customers tape management software. First, we import our customers picklists and e-mail requests into our mobile scanning devices. Then each item is scanned multiple times during the pickup and delivery process to assure 100% accuracy. Every scan is time/date stamped which provides a complete chain of custody.

The team at Advanced Records Management went over the top to deliver what we needed to feel confident that our media were safe, protected and available when we needed them, says Matt Mellenthin, an IT executive for a Fortune 500 company who declined for security reasons to be named in this story. Matt was part of the team that made the switch to ARMs services. We knew that we were protected by FIRELOCK vaults at a level far better than what we had before.

One thing WesTex Data Vault, IG2 Data Security and Advance Records Management have in common is they are members of the Secure Media Vault Associates(SMVA) network. Along with over 60 other members of this network, they protect their clients mission critical information in data-rated FIRELOCK vaults. They are all independently owned and operated but can collaborate to service clients with multiple locations. This way their customers have the best of both worlds: the attention to detail and superior facilities of an independently operated business along with the coverage of a national organization.

Bob Davis, a business consultant in Austin, Texas described the philosophy this way: “Secure Media Vault Associates is a geographically diverse, owner managed network of ultra-secure media vaulting service centers. Each owner is focused on high-end client service and the ultimate in fireproof, earthquake-proof media vault chambers. This is a model unique in the industry.” When the SMVA network couples this high security approach with the flexibility to meet their client’s individual needs, it is easy to understand why this formula is successful. Larger competitors cannot offer this level of client satisfaction and security. In past years, larger players attempted to buy up the high profile centers but the clients would simply move away from the Walmart approach and find another service provider willing to design their service model to meet their security needs.

The trend toward greater penalties for mismanagement of information indicates C-level executives demand for superior data protection services will continue to grow. The companies profiled above, and their network partners, are poised to meet this demand with their unique capabilities.

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Executives Held Accountable for Data Loss

BeckITSystems Publishes "Data Protection Essentials For Non-profit and Business Executives"

Dulles, VA (PRWEB) March 01, 2012

BeckITSystems, Inc, a Northern Virginia premier technology consulting and services company serving non-profits and businesses with 20-200 employees today announced the publication of the March Executive Briefing titled “Data Protection Essentials For Non-profit and Business Executives.” BeckITSystems provides Disaster Recovery and Data Backup, Cloud Computing, Technology Management, and Strategic Technology Planning for non-profits and businesses in the mid-Atlantic region.

Copies of the publication are available for delivery by calling BeckITSystems, or download from the website.

The monthly publication provides an executive briefing on a variety of complex technology issues that enable executives of non-profits and businesses to use technology as a strategic advantage. Strategic technology is managed in larger firms by a Chief Information Officer or CIO. “Organizations with 20 to 200 employees usually cannot afford to hire a dedicated CIO and BeckITSystems provides this high level of expertise through economies of scale by serving that expertise by the drink without the expense of buying the entire bottle,” said Ed Becker, President.

The March Executive Briefing provides management principles for decision makers on how to know that their organization’s data is reliably backed up and can be restored quickly to maintain business continuity if an emergency arises. In light of the continuing difficult economy, BeckITSystems will provide a free technology security analysis to qualified organizations. The analysis includes a full written report that graphically depicts the security and data protection status of the organization including how much personal music and video data is stored on the computers.

During the month of March, executives or their representatives may request a free security analysis by calling BeckITSystems, Inc. at 703.433.0730 or toll-free at 877.649.9829, or requesting it online.

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Datto CEO Austin McChord Named One of 2012s Top 100 Channel Executives by CRN

NORWALK, CT (PRWEB) November 27, 2012

Datto Inc., an award-winning provider of hardware based on-site and off-site backup and disaster recovery solutions, announced that Datto Founder & CEO, Austin McChord, was named one of CRNs Top 100 Executives in the IT Channel for 2012. This annual list salutes the most influential and innovative channel executives in North America.

Winners were chosen based on nominations from solution providers and ranked executives based on channel influence, effectiveness and visibility, along with business and sales impact. Among the criteria were channel sales volume, channel investment and resources, channel advocacy and visibility, and performance in UBM Channel research projects (including the Annual Report Card and Channel Champions). A panel of UBM Channel editors made the final selections.

McChord has led Datto to achieving 300% revenue growth year-over-year for three consecutive years. The Inc. 500 2012 list ranked Datto the 38th fastest growing company in the U.S., and #1 in Backup and Security, with an astounding 5,554% revenue growth over a three-year period.

Much of Dattos success with MSPs, VARs and IT Solution Providers can be attributed to Dattos innovative backup and disaster recovery (BDR) solutions targeted for small-to-medium businesses (SMB). Dattos true business continuity solution, SIRIS, is still the only BDR to offer straight to vmdk backups, which enables SIRIS to perform instant local and off-site virtualization and automatic screenshot verification of backups. SIRIS has won over 15 industry awards since its launch in January 2011.

Datto also recently unveiled SpeedSync, a new technology for optimizing bandwidth and improving off-site backup speeds at SMB sites. McChord continues to focus on innovation and staying ahead of the technology curve, which helped land him a spot on CRNs Top 25 Innovators group for 2012.

Were recognizing this years Top 100 Executives for their commitment to the channel, said Kelley Damore, Vice President and Editorial Director for UBM Channel. For 2012, our goal was to once again shine a spotlight on the most influential executives in the industry today. But we also wanted to pay homage to the channel advocates, sales and services leaders, innovators and disrupters. We salute all these leaders for their devotion to the technology channel and their willingness to adopt new strategies and policies in order to drive greater sales for partners, while positioning their own company for future growth.

About UBM Channel: (http://www.ubmchannel.com)

UBM Channel is the premier provider of IT channel-focused events, media, research, consulting, and sales and marketing services. With over 30 years of experience and engagement, UBM Channel has the unmatched channel expertise to execute integrated solutions for technology executives managing partner recruitment, enablement and go-to-market strategy in order to accelerate technology sales. UBM Channel is a UBM company. To learn more about UBM Channel, visit us at http://www.ubmchannel.com.

About Datto Inc.

Datto Inc. is a leading provider of hardware based on-site and off-site backup and disaster recovery solutions. Founded in 2007, Datto is a profitable and growing channel-only company changing the way MSPs and VARs deliver complete business continuity. Dattos offerings range from small data storage systems to large, enterprise-class business continuity solutions. Easy and affordable pricing, no recovery or incidental fees, generous upgrade plans and US-based technical support are just a few ways Datto is changing the channel.

Datto has over 4,000 resale partners across North America and Europe and was recently named the fastest growing company in Backup & Security by the Inc. 500, with 5,554% revenue growth over a three-year period. To learn more about Datto, visit http://www.dattobackup.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and our Blog.

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