--- title: NCS Technologies, Inc. Blog (2) description: (2) --- [![myncsbutton](https://blog.ncst.com/hs-fs/hub/424090/file-2068907142.png)](https://my.ncst.com/ncsapp/ssl/CustSignIn.aspx) [![NCS-Blue-Logo-400](https://blog.ncst.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NCS-Blue-Logo-400.png?width=205&height=85&name=NCS-Blue-Logo-400.png)](http://www.ncst.com/)   - [About NCS](https://www.ncst.com/about/) - [Leadership](https://www.ncst.com/leadership/) - [Careers](https://www.ncst.com/careers/) - [Corporate Commitments](https://www.ncst.com/corporate-commitments/) - [Upcoming Events](https://www.ncst.com/upcoming-events/) - [In the News](https://www.ncst.com/in-the-news/) - [Document Library](https://www.ncst.com/document-library/) - [Contact Information](https://www.ncst.com/contact-information/) - [Solutions](https://www.ncst.com/solutions/) - [Client and Printer Integration](https://www.ncst.com/solutions/client-and-printer-integration/) - [Mobile Client and Printer Integration](https://www.ncst.com/solutions/client-and-printer-integration/) - [Mission Rugged Systems](https://www.ncst.com/rugged-servers-special-mission-systems/) - [Rack-Scale Integration](https://www.ncst.com/solutions/rack-scale-integration/) - [OEM Appliance Development](https://www.ncst.com/solutions/oem-server-appliance/) - [Additive Manufacturing/3D print](https://www.ncst.com/solutions/additive-manufacturing/) - [Why Source From NCS](https://www.ncst.com/solutions/why-source-from-ncs/) - [Products](https://www.ncst.com/products/) - [Enterprise Products](https://www.ncst.com/products/enterprise-products/) - [Client Products](https://www.ncst.com/products/client-products/) - [Additive Manufacturing / 3D Products](https://www.ncst.com/products/additive-manufacturing-products/) - [Peripheral Products](https://www.ncst.com/products/peripherals-products/) - [Technology Building Blocks](https://www.ncst.com/products/technology-building-blocks/) - [Why Buy From NCS](https://www.ncst.com/products/why-buy-from-ncs/) - [Customers](https://www.ncst.com/customers/) - [Contracts](https://www.ncst.com/contracts/) # The View From NCS Technologies ## [HP Wolf Security Is Here to Help](https://blog.ncst.com/hp-wolf-security-is-here-to-help1790093601) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 22, 2026, 12:13:21 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://fe5e0932bbdbee188a67-ade54de1bba9a4fe61c120942a09245b.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/sb_HPWolfSec_Here_to_Help_1_fb_thumb.jpg)](https://blog.ncst.com/hp-wolf-security-is-here-to-help1790093601) Securing the print environment is critical for protecting business data. The solution brief, "HP Wolf Security Is Here to Help," explains how HP integrates device, supply, and service-level protections into every stage of printing. Download the solution brief to understand how HP delivers layered, end-to-end protection. [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/hp-wolf-security-is-here-to-help1790093601) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/hp-wolf-security-is-here-to-help1790093601#comments-listing) ## [Scaling your startup through cloud app modernization](https://blog.ncst.com/scaling-your-startup-through-cloud-app-modernization1790086317) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 22, 2026, 10:11:57 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://fe5e0932bbdbee188a67-ade54de1bba9a4fe61c120942a09245b.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/Scaling-your-startup-through-cloud-app-modernization.678d19078e58c4e859a1aa1e1010fa81bdb78ed7.jpg)](https://blog.ncst.com/scaling-your-startup-through-cloud-app-modernization1790086317) Can the applications that launched your startup keep up as it scales? This blog post shows how cloud app modernization helps startups move past monolithic systems toward microservices, containers, and serverless services that scale with demand. You'll see the benefits, key components, and a practical framework for modernizing on AWS. Read the blog to start scaling smarter. [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/scaling-your-startup-through-cloud-app-modernization1790086317) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/scaling-your-startup-through-cloud-app-modernization1790086317#comments-listing) ## [ISE 2026 First Look - Avocor B Series Launch](https://blog.ncst.com/ise-2026-first-look-avocor-b-series-launch1790071803) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 22, 2026, 6:10:03 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://i.vimeocdn.com/video/2196133713-1fd44bf12049200e5009ae4e862605527e60f82f243dc1b34a253160100b4b82-d?region=us)](https://blog.ncst.com/ise-2026-first-look-avocor-b-series-launch1790071803) See what a display built for always-on spaces looks like. This video introduces the Avocor B Series, the digital signage platform launched at ISE 2026 for corporate lobbies, common areas, and retail floors. Watch the video to see how the B Series fits the spaces where your message needs to land. [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/ise-2026-first-look-avocor-b-series-launch1790071803) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/ise-2026-first-look-avocor-b-series-launch1790071803#comments-listing) ## [7 reasons why HP Printers are the most secure | HP](https://blog.ncst.com/7-reasons-why-hp-printers-are-the-most-secure-hp1790053289) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 22, 2026, 1:01:29 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3yX5a9IiHjE/hqdefault.jpg)](https://blog.ncst.com/7-reasons-why-hp-printers-are-the-most-secure-hp1790053289) Printer security is often underestimated, leaving devices and data exposed to unnecessary risk. This video highlights the built-in protections designed to help safeguard your environment. Watch it to see how HP printer security features help protect devices, data, and network connections. [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/7-reasons-why-hp-printers-are-the-most-secure-hp1790053289) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/7-reasons-why-hp-printers-are-the-most-secure-hp1790053289#comments-listing) ## [CIOs Become Governors Of Enterprise AI Agents](https://blog.ncst.com/cios-become-governors-of-enterprise-ai-agents1790034004) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 21, 2026, 7:40:04 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://4262e8f30b41f090deb1-ea2e101403ebad4bdd8db62ed1271f80.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/P_D_C15_Meet_With_Me_thumb_1_.jpeg)](https://blog.ncst.com/cios-become-governors-of-enterprise-ai-agents1790034004) This LetsDataScience article explores how CIOs are taking on new responsibilities as AI agents become part of enterprise operations. It frames governance and bounded autonomy as operational priorities for enterprise IT leaders, not just a security or compliance checklist. Reach out to \*\[$profile.organization\]\* to discuss how enterprise AI oversight is evolving. This [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/cios-become-governors-of-enterprise-ai-agents1790034004) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/cios-become-governors-of-enterprise-ai-agents1790034004#comments-listing) ## [Maximize the Value of Every Device Through Trade-In](https://blog.ncst.com/maximize-the-value-of-every-device-through-trade-in1790017931) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 21, 2026, 3:12:11 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://fe5e0932bbdbee188a67-ade54de1bba9a4fe61c120942a09245b.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/Maximize_the_Value_of_Every_Device_with_Apple_Trade_In_%2815%29.png)](https://blog.ncst.com/maximize-the-value-of-every-device-through-trade-in1790017931) A successful device strategy doesn't end with deployment. Planning for future technology refreshes helps organizations maintain productivity, support security requirements, and maximize the value of every device throughout its lifecycle. [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/maximize-the-value-of-every-device-through-trade-in1790017931) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/maximize-the-value-of-every-device-through-trade-in1790017931#comments-listing) ## [Social Message](https://blog.ncst.com/social-message1790007945) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 21, 2026, 12:25:45 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://fe5e0932bbdbee188a67-ade54de1bba9a4fe61c120942a09245b.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/social_static_26c1_NexusX_HP_EliteBoard_G1a_Next_Gen_AI_PC_CES_Award_1080x1080px_7023952.png)](https://blog.ncst.com/social-message1790007945) Social Message [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/social-message1790007945) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/social-message1790007945#comments-listing) ## [Protecting CUI on rugged and tactical systems](https://blog.ncst.com/protecting-cui-on-rugged-and-tactical-systems) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 21, 2026, 9:00:02 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://fe5e0932bbdbee188a67-ade54de1bba9a4fe61c120942a09245b.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/Screenshot_2026-03-12_162132.png)](https://blog.ncst.com/protecting-cui-on-rugged-and-tactical-systems) CMMC Level 2 is an assessment of your organization, not your servers. But when an assessor walks through the 110 requirements of NIST SP 800-171, a surprising number of them land on hardware decisions made months earlier, at purchase time. [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/protecting-cui-on-rugged-and-tactical-systems) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/protecting-cui-on-rugged-and-tactical-systems#comments-listing) Topics: [security](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/security), [cybersecurity](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/cybersecurity), [U.S. Government](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/u-s-government), [DoD](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/dod), [CMMC](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/cmmc) ## [Recycled HP cartridges find new purpose: "Print Chairs"](https://blog.ncst.com/recycled-hp-cartridges-find-new-purpose-print-chairs1789507229) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 15, 2026, 5:20:29 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://www.hp.com/content/dam/sites/worldwide/sustainable-impact/learning-hub/recycling-and-repurposing-cartridges/inColombia.png)](https://blog.ncst.com/recycled-hp-cartridges-find-new-purpose-print-chairs1789507229) This customer story shows how HP created durable chairs from recycled cartridges to give Colombian school kids a place to sit when in class. In partnership with the Recupera Tu Silla Foundation, HP has converted more than six tons of plastic into over 600 chairs - helping improve attendance, learning conditions, and student confidence. Read the customer story to see how HP is making a difference. [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/recycled-hp-cartridges-find-new-purpose-print-chairs1789507229) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/recycled-hp-cartridges-find-new-purpose-print-chairs1789507229#comments-listing) ## [AI shifts IT roles from operator to orchestrator](https://blog.ncst.com/ai-shifts-it-roles-from-operator-to-orchestrator1789499407) Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on Sep 15, 2026, 3:10:07 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://4262e8f30b41f090deb1-ea2e101403ebad4bdd8db62ed1271f80.ssl.cf1.rackcdn.com/4159783_0_52259700_1776367776_agentic_AI_will_transform_IT_shutterstock_2695231673.jpg)](https://blog.ncst.com/ai-shifts-it-roles-from-operator-to-orchestrator1789499407) SolarWinds report finds 80% of IT professionals say AI is shifting roles from operator to orchestrator, while challenges around trust, governance, and skills persist. This Network World article explores how AI is reshaping IT roles, shifting responsibilities toward orchestration and strategy. Reach out to NCS Technologies, Inc. to discuss how IT teams can adapt to evolving demands. [Read More](https://blog.ncst.com/ai-shifts-it-roles-from-operator-to-orchestrator1789499407) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ncst.com/ai-shifts-it-roles-from-operator-to-orchestrator1789499407#comments-listing) [Previous](https://blog.ncst.com/page/1) [All posts](https://blog.ncst.com/all) [Next](https://blog.ncst.com/page/3) ## Your Technology Resource   ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Recent Posts ### Posts by Topic - [military (342)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/military) - [VDI (275)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/vdi) - [rugged (264)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/rugged) - [virtualization (203)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/virtualization) - [PCoIP (189)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/pcoip) - [Healthcare (186)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/healthcare) - [U.S. Government (172)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/u-s-government) - [Servers & Appliances (106)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/servers-appliances) - [software (105)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/software) - [hospitals (95)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/hospitals) - [3Dprinting (93)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/3dprinting) - [endpoints (93)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/endpoints) - [additive (91)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/additive) - [federal (91)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/federal) - [HP (86)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/hp) - [government (83)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/government) - [teradici (83)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/teradici) - [manufacturing (70)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/manufacturing) - [U.S. Air Force (64)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/u-s-air-force) - [computers (63)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/computers) - [vmware (59)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/vmware) - [commercial (56)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/commercial) - [tablets (53)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/tablets) - [U.S. Navy (51)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/u-s-navy) - [NCS3Dprinting (49)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/ncs3dprinting) - [zeroclients (30)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/zeroclients) - [navy (22)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/navy) - [metal (21)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/metal) - [Getac (18)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/getac) - [defensemanufacting (16)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/defensemanufacting) - [cybersecurity (15)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/cybersecurity) - [security (15)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/security) - [trumpf (13)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/trumpf) - [vmworld (12)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/vmworld) - [army (11)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/army) - [Financial Sector (9)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/financial-sector) - [PCs (9)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/pcs) - [SecureView (9)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/secureview) - [manageability (9)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/manageability) - [Servers (7)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/servers) - [Virtualized Users (7)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/virtualized-users) - [thinclients (7)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/thinclients) - [HPE (6)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/hpe) - [WiFi (6)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/wifi) - [hpenterprise (6)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/hpenterprise) - [Air Force (5)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/air-force) - [infrastructure (4)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/infrastructure) - [CMMC (3)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/cmmc) - [DoD (3)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/dod) - [hardware (3)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/hardware) - [packaging (3)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/packaging) - [ssds (3)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/ssds) - [storage (3)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/storage) - [thinclient (3)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/thinclient) - [westerndigital (3)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/westerndigital) - [HP printing (2)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/hp-printing) - [airforce (2)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/airforce) - [roboze (2)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/roboze) - [workstations (2)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/workstations) - [Appliances (1)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/appliances) - [delaware (1)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/delaware) - [desktop (1)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/desktop) - [fsae (1)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/fsae) - [hyperconverged (1)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/hyperconverged) - [militaryhardware (1)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/militaryhardware) - [university (1)](https://blog.ncst.com/topic/university) see all ### Follow Me ©2012 NCS Technologies, Inc. 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