Konica Minolta Business Solutions and its IT services division, All Covered, recently attended two national credit union conferences. The shows were packed with concerned executives and a few of the topics that were top of mind included emerging cybersecurity trends and regulatory and compliance issues. Credit unions today must strategize solutions to these issues in order to remain successful in the market and have more time to focus on the satisfaction of their members. (more…)

I don’t know about you, but I’m not particularly keen on being replaced by a robot at work, or being reduced to a virtual avatar. Technology is an incredible enabler across our development as humans as a whole – opening up new and exciting opportunities across personal and professional playing fields. But it can also create uncertainty, and fear, if not packaged with the right information. (more…)

You’ve probably seen the news. One of the world’s largest banks suffered a catastrophic data breach, compromising the personal and confidential information of more than 106 million people. In many cases, the hacker obtained social security numbers and banking information, which pose a great security risk to the affected account holders. Several pieces of additional information were also obtained by the hacker, such as email address, full name, birthdate, etc. (more…)

Most modern offices use a variety of connected devices to handle day-to-day operations. And while networked office equipment like multi-function printers (MFPs) provide several benefits to businesses, sometimes they can present hazards to business security. (more…)

If there is one thing that every company has in common, it’s paper and trying to keep track of it. Industry aside, construction companies building skyscrapers and medical providers servicing sick patients both deal with paper — and lots of it. The phrase “Going Paperless” doesn’t mean removing every single piece of paper from an organization nor does it mean that employees will become obsolete. It means pinpointing specific areas of the company that are paper-heavy, manually-driven, and time-consuming then finding a smarter way to execute the process. Streamlining typically involves an Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solution that uses workflow and automation to replace costly manual, paper-based processes which drain a company’s budget. This is the start of the company’s digital transformation which means the benefits of the streamlining can expand to other areas once you realize the benefits of making the processing changes. (more…)

Do you know what you or your clients are spending on technology? Likely more than you think. Each year, organizations replace one out of every four computers that they own. And, they replace their servers and entire infrastructure behind it every five years. With peripherals like monitors, docking stations, and cables, the list can go on and on. See where I’m going here? It’s no surprise that when you are in the market for IT hardware, you want to find the lowest cost possible.  You talk to multiple vendors. You scour the web for the best price. You talk to your friends and co-workers in hopes of finding an industry insider that can provide the best deals. Everyone does this. But, do you ever notice any costs above and beyond your initial purchase? (more…)

“Smile. You’re on Camera.”- Has a new meaning with Intelligent Video Security Services

As a kid, I remember walking into department stores, looking up to find, well… me. I’m on TV! Of course, like many of you, I took the opportunity to fool around on camera before my mom pulled me away from the intrusive lens. Before reel-to-reel media was developed to offer on-site recording, video surveillance systems involved constant monitoring. Then in the 70’s, about the time that I was acting out a scene from Sesame Street in the store lobby, VHS revolutionized videotaping and storage finally making it convenient for the user. (Man, I would love to have some of that old footage!) The point is, like countless other technologies, video surveillance systems have advanced exponentially, growing well beyond yesterday’s CCTV (closed-circuit television) systems. (more…)

There are several different ways we can help schools with physical security needs. Examples include active shooter situations, family abductions, problematic teacher/student relations, as well as vandalism. The unfortunate reality of today is that these scenarios, almost unthinkable a generation ago, have occurred with increasing frequency. Schools today regularly practice ‘active shooter’ drills, complete with classroom lock downs and door barricades. (more…)

Responsibility for maintaining public records is one of the earliest responsibilities of local government. Maintaining records has included binding title records, archiving records series in boxes, and using microfilm and microfiche to preserve information as a result of the limitations of paper. (more…)

Nick White, Teaching and Learning Consultant for Konica Minolta’s IT services division, All Covered (All Covered), has received local, state, and national recognition for leadership and innovation in education and instructional technology. He is a frequent presenter for staff development programs and education conferences. After teaching for 24 years in K-12 schools, Nick has served as an administrator, professional development specialist, and school district technology director.

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) conference is coming up on June 24^th and so we decided to ask Nick, who has attended for many years for some helpful tips! Last year’s show had grown to a whopping 15,000 attendees – and everyone wants to make the most out of their time! (more…)