The View From NCS Technologies

Assess Your Workforce Productivity

Posted by Mike Turicchi on Dec 22, 2022 9:10:13 AM

The question of the difference in productivity between onsite and remote workers continues to ignite much debate. To help you understand how your remote workers perform compared to their onsite counterparts, schedule a free consultation with an expert from NCS Technologies, Inc..
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NCS and HP Offer Leading 3D Printing Solutions

Posted by John Callahan on Dec 21, 2022 2:20:31 PM

NCS Features HP Jet Fusion 3D Printers

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Topics: Healthcare, government, HP, military, 3Dprinting, additive, federal, manufacturing

NCS Rugged Servers Great for Service in Harsh Environments

Posted by John Callahan on Dec 20, 2022 4:10:37 PM

Rugged Mission Systems Solutions Used In Demanding Military and Commercial Applications

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Topics: Servers & Appliances, U.S. Government, rugged, military, software, commercial, U.S. Navy

Cybersecurity Labor Shortage Grows Worse in US and Worldwide

Posted by Mike Turicchi on Dec 20, 2022 2:08:11 PM

Despite the training and hiring of hundreds of thousands of new workers, the cybersecurity industry's labor shortage is only growing worse. Read the article to learn how demand for talent continues to outstrip supply as companies around the world scramble to shore up security amid growing threats of cyber attack.
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Cisco portfolio for education: What can we help you solve today?

Posted by Mike Turicchi on Dec 20, 2022 11:08:15 AM

This web link enables users to explore overviews and architectures for different use cases—such as building a flexible campus or facilitating safety and security. For more information about the Cisco portfolio for education, please contact NCS Technologies, Inc..
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Stipends for remote work emerge as polarizing issue

Posted by Mike Turicchi on Dec 20, 2022 9:05:08 AM

Should remote workers be compensated for home office expenses, like internet and electricity? Prior to the pandemic, most remote employees were eligible for some reimbursement, but employees forced to work from home since 2020 are generally not reimbursed for such expenses. It's a tricky issue and one, as it turns out, with legal implications.
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What the industry wants to improve on NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0

Posted by Mike Turicchi on Dec 19, 2022 4:08:10 PM

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework was meant to be a dynamic document that is continuously revised, enhanced and updated to keep pace with the evolving threat landscape. Read the article to learn about the most recent and most significant update, CSF 2.0.
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NCS Recommends Desktop Virtualization Solutions

Posted by John Callahan on Dec 19, 2022 3:32:04 PM

Cirrus Solutions for Government and Commercial Markets

NCS Technologies features Cirrus Notebook and Desktop endpoint solutions that are secure, cost effective and easy to use and administer. Maintaining strong security strategies at the desktop remain extremely important in government markets.

NCS desktop and laptop solutions are depended on for their strong security and portability. These products powered by HP Teradici software help IT managers maintain security and save money.

The Focus on Endpoint Security

IT managers understand that work PCs used in in the office and remotely can be vulnerable to security breaches. For many administrators, using zero clients is the best solution for security concerns.  NCS Zero Clients are managed by VMware Horizon software and use the ultra-secure HP Teradici PCoIP remote display protocol.

NCS Zero Clients have no local OS. The operating system resides in the data center. Therefore, there is no persistent user data, no patches, updates or antivirus software needed. Security concerns are addressed within the data center. Of the various ways to virtualize at the endpoint, zero clients prove to be a highly effective solution. PCoIP is a high performance computer display protocol used in endpoint VDI. PCoIP from HP Teradici uses advanced compression to provide end users with rich content from the cloud or data center. PCoIP securely delivers applications or workspaces to the endpoint by compressing and encrypting pixels. More than 15 million VDI endpoints use PCoIP.

To manage virtualized endpoints, NCS recommends the HP Teradici All Access Plan.

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Topics: VDI, Healthcare, PCoIP, virtualization, hospitals, teradici, endpoints

Time to Get Back to the Future with Hybrid Learning

Posted by Mike Turicchi on Dec 19, 2022 2:13:19 PM

This engaging video shows how technology from vendors like Cisco—such as Webex—can enable hybrid education as well as empower students and teachers. Contact NCS Technologies, Inc. for more information about Cisco solutions for hybrid learning.
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NCS and Durabook Offer Rugged Solutions for Government

Posted by John Callahan on Dec 16, 2022 11:18:54 AM

A Complete Rugged Notebook & Tablet Portfolio

NCS sells Durabook solutions to government, military and commercial markets.

Consider the Durabook S14I Laptop, which pushes semi-rugged devices to the next level.

It is built with Intel® 11th Generation CPUs and has a class-leading 4' drop spec/IP 53 rating. The S14I is engineered to combine military-grade durability, field-worker functionality,  high performance, and long battery life for non-stop use, making it suitable for use in locations where rain or dust may be a regular occurrence.

The S14I features a significant CPU upgrade with Intel® Tiger Lake 11th generation platform, using Intel’s 10nm processor technology. This device comes with integrated Intel® Iris Xe graphics, and for professionals who use intensive graphic computing, it can be upgraded to an optional standalone NVIDIA GeForce® GTX1050. With the ultra-high-speed data transmission capability of Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 with max. speed of 2.4Gbps and Bluetooth® V5.2, all information is instantly synced and fed back to the data control center.

Durability and Security

The S14I is built with a robust mechanical design and rigorously tested components. It meets the standards of MIL-STD-810H; withstands up to a 4-foot drop; and boasts an IP53 rating. This tough yet elegant rugged laptop breaches the boundary between semi-rugged and fully-rugged devices.
It now includes Windows Hello encrypted biometrics, a more secure, user-friendly and faster way of accessing Windows® OS. The S14I semi-rugged platform is finding significant success in commercial markets, such as power/utilities, and in the military sector, including the U.S. Army and Air Force.


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Topics: U.S. Government, rugged, military, computers, tablets