The View From NCS Technologies

AUSA Global Force Expo Focuses on Rugged Solutions

Posted by Katie Callahan on Mar 20, 2018 2:05:45 PM

NCS Booth Is #130

The Association of the United States Army Institute of Land Warfare Global Force Symposium & Exposition will be held March 26-30 at the Von Braun Center, Huntsville, Alabama.  You will find NCS Technologies at Booth #130.

NCS will display its desktop virtualization solutions and the broad portfolio of rugged products from Getac.

Getac rugged products on hand will include the B300 ultra rugged notebook, the V110 fully rugged convertible, the S410 semi rugged notebook and the F110 fully rugged tablet.

Getac's B300 delivers high performance, security and long battery life. The notebook has one of the brightest displays in the industry and offers 4G LTE wireless. The V110 is a compact and lightweight fully rugged convertible that quickly transforms from an 11.6 inch display notebook to a tablet computer. The S410 semi rugged notebook delivers strong performance, security and durability in a thin form factor. The F110 fully rugged tablet offers a 11.6 inch screen and thin and light design.

The NCS zero client portfolio leads the industry in manageability, reduced cost of ownership and improved security. VMware is our virtualization platform of choice. This platform improves availability, performance and utilization of IT resources. Please stop by to learn more about NCS desktop virtualization.

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Topics: VDI, virtualization, Getac, rugged

HIMSS18 Means Healthcare IT

Posted by Katie Callahan on Mar 8, 2018 1:08:45 PM

Booth #11625

Today is the final day for the HIMSS18 healthcare IT conference at the Las Vegas Venetian- Palazzo-Sands Expo Center. Many attendees are finding their way to the NCS Booth #11625 for deep discussions on desktop and data center technologies and solutions.

NCS is showcasing its own products and partner solutions. Highlights include:

Teradici All Access

Many NCS VDI desktop solutions are based on Teradici's PCoIP virtualization technology. With Teradici's All Access plans, you get a complete set of remote access solutions, enabling lower IT costs and reduced admin time while giving users maximum flexibility.

NCS Virtualization

NCS has a portfolio of the Zero Client desktops powered by PCoIP. At this event many folks meeting at the booth have remarked how the NCS Cirrus LT Plus notebook is perfect for use in hospitals, nursing homes and other medical facilities. The lightweight Cirrus LT l features a 15.6-inch HD display, numeric keyboard and a range of options, including webcam, WiFi, hot swappable batterieas, proximity card reader CAC reader, fingerprint reader and docking station. We have set up many future customer meetings based on the attractive features of the Cirrus LT Plus.

NCS Cirrus DT WiFi For Healthcare - and WOW

In addition, NCS features the Cirrus DT WiFi, the industry's only truly portable desktop zero client. DT WiFi is a proven hit when coupled with Workstation on Wheels (WOW). DT WiFi has exceptional network capabilities in aisles, down long corridors and in patient rooms.

HP t420 and t530 Desktop Thin Clients

NCS is also showcasing two thin clients for those applications where the IT environment relies on multiple protocols such as Teradici's PCoIP, Citrix HDX or VMware Blast Exteme.  Our close partnership with HP in this case broadens our own product portfolio with additional small form factor, low-cost desktop and mobile devices. The HP t420 supports dual displays (VGA and DVI) and features 4 USB ports, WiFi and RJ45 networking connectivity. The HP t530 supports two displays via 2 DisplayPort outputs and features 6 USB ports, WiFi and RJ45 networking connectivity.

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Topics: VDI, Healthcare, PCoIP, virtualization, HP, rugged, hospitals, thinclient

HIMSS18 Opens

Posted by Katie Callahan on Mar 6, 2018 2:02:58 PM

NCS Is at Booth #11625

More than 45,000 attendees are swarming the HIMSS18 healthcare IT conference today at the Las Vegas Venetian- Palazzo-Sands Expo Center. Experts in desktop and data center technologies and solutions are at the NCS Booth #11625.

NCS is showcasing its own products and partner solutions at the show. Highlights include:

Teradici All Access Solution

Many NCS VDI desktop solutions are based on Teradici's PCoIP virtualization technology. With Teradici's All Access plans, you get a complete set of remote access solutions, enabling lower IT costs and reduced admin time while giving users maximum flexibility. All Access securely delivers workspaces and applications from the cloud or datacenter, as needed. Existing applications can easily be migrated, mobilizing your creative teams and leveraging the power of GPUs in the cloud.

NCS Solutions

NCS has a portfolio of the Zero Client desktops powered by PCoIP technology. At this event NCS highlights its notebook family, the Cirrus LT and Cirrus LT Plus. The lightweight Cirrus LT laptop features a 14-inch display and a range of options, including webcam, WiFi, CAC reader, fingerprint reader and docking station. The Cirrus LT Plus features a full 15.6-inch display, numeric keyboard, hot swappable batteries and many options, including proximity card reader.

NCS Cirrus DT WiFi For Healthcare - and WOW

In addition, NCS features the Cirrus DT WiFi, the industry's only truly portable desktop zero client. Cirrus DT WiFi is a proven hit in healthcare when coupled with Workstation on Wheels (WOW). DT WiFi has exceptional network capabilities in aisles, down long corridors and in patient rooms. NCS has partnered with Ergotron StyleView to deliver a networking solution that is designed for enhanced workflow and superior caregiving.

HP t420 and t530 Desktop Thin Clients

NCS is also showcasing two thin clients for those applications where the IT environment relies on multiple protocols such as Teradici's PCoIP, Citrix HDX or VMware Blast Exteme.  Our close partnership with HP in this case broadens our own product portfolio with additional small form factor, low-cost desktop and mobile devices. The HP t420 supports dual displays (VGA and DVI) and features 4 USB ports, WiFi and RJ45 networking connectivity. The HP t530 supports two displays via 2 DisplayPort outputs and features 6 USB ports, WiFi and RJ45 networking connectivity.

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Topics: VDI, Healthcare, PCoIP, virtualization, HP, rugged, hospitals, thinclient

HIMSS18 Starts Monday

Posted by Katie Callahan on Mar 2, 2018 10:34:29 AM

NCS Is at Booth #11625

More than 45,000 attendees are expected to gather at the HIMSS18 healthcare IT conference beginning Monday at the Las Vegas Venetian- Palazzo-Sands Expo Center. Experts in desktop and data center technologies and solutions are at the NCS Booth #11625.

NCS is showcasing its own products and partner solutions at the show. Highlights include:

Teradici All Access Solution

Many NCS VDI desktop solutions are based on Teradici's PCoIP virtualization technology. With Teradici's All Access plans, you get a complete set of remote access solutions, enabling lower IT costs and reduced admin time while giving users maximum flexibility. All Access securely delivers workspaces and applications from the cloud or datacenter, as needed. Existing applications can easily be migrated, mobilizing your creative teams and leveraging the power of GPUs in the cloud.

NCS Solutions

NCS has a portfolio of the Zero Client desktops powered by PCoIP technology. At this event NCS highlights its notebook family, the Cirrus LT and Cirrus LT Plus. The lightweight Cirrus LT laptop features a 14-inch display and a range of options, including webcam, WiFi, CAC reader, fingerprint reader and docking station. The Cirrus LT Plus features a full 15.6-inch display, numeric keyboard, hot swappable batteries and many options, including proximity card reader.

NCS Cirrus DT WiFi For Healthcare - and WOW

In addition, NCS will also feature the Cirrus DT WiFi, the industry's only truly portable desktop zero client. Cirrus DT WiFi is a proven hit in healthcare when coupled with Workstation on Wheels (WOW). DT WiFi has exceptional network capabilities in aisles, down long corridors and in patient rooms. NCS has partnered with Ergotron StyleView to deliver a networking solution that is designed for enhanced workflow and superior caregiving.

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Topics: VDI, Healthcare, PCoIP, virtualization, rugged, hospitals

HIMSS18 Coming Next Week

Posted by Katie Callahan on Feb 27, 2018 11:03:00 AM

See You at Booth #11625

HIMSS18 is the premier health information and technology conference, where professionals from around the world connect to find the latest vendor solutions, hear the most relevant information and discover how to thrive in the midst of change. More than 45,000 attendees are expected from more than 90 countries. Another impressive statistic: there will be more than 1,300 exhibitors at the Las Vegas Venetian- Palazzo-Sands Expo Center, March 5-9, 2018.

Experts in desktop and server (data center) IT Health technologies and solutions will be found at the NCS Technologies Booth 11625. If you are not at the booth, and need immediate assistance with your IT questions, please call Matt Cooke at (540) 604-3710 or Jeff Lodes at (703) 743-4642.

NCS is showcasing its own products and partner solutions at the show. Highlights include:

Teradici All Access Solution

Many NCS VDI desktop solutions are based on Teradici's PCoIP virtualization technology. With Teradici's All Access plans, you get a complete set of remote access solutions, enabling lower IT costs and reduced admin time while giving users maximum flexibility. All Access securely delivers workspaces and applications from the cloud or datacenter, as needed. Existing applications can easily be migrated, mobilizing your creative teams and leveraging the power of GPUs in the cloud.

All Access allows the IT manager to manage, optimize and future proof any datacenter and zero client deployment. Datacenter elements and end points are always up to date, managed efficiently and supported by Teradici, the inventors of PCoIP technology. Infrastructure may easily evolve and scale, whether in the data center or the cloud. Teradici All Access subscribers get exclusive access to cloud access software, PCoIP Management Console Enterprise, firmware upgrades, resources and support.

NCS Solutions

NCS has a comprehensive portfolio of the Zero Client desktops powered by PCoIP technology. At this event NCS will highlight its award-winning notebook family, the Cirrus LT and Cirrus LT Plus.

The lightweight Cirrus LT laptop features a 14-inch display and a range of options, including webcam, WiFi, CAC reader, fingerprint reader and docking station. The Cirrus LT Plus features a full 15.6-inch display, numeric keyboard, hot swappable batteries and many options, including proximity card reader.

NCS Cirrus DT WiFi For Healthcare - and WOW

In addition, NCS will also feature the Cirrus DT WiFi, the industry's only truly portable desktop zero client. Realize a secure, uncompromised PC user experience in many places desktop computing is not fully optimized. Experience unparalleled manageability, security and reliability using the power of PCoIP networking technology.

Cirrus DT WiFi is a proven hit in healthcare when coupled with Workstation on Wheels (WOW). With exceptional network capabilities in aisles, down long corridors and in patient rooms, Cirrus DT WiFi is the virtual desktop of choice for medical cart connectivity and patient care productivity. NCS has partnered with Ergotron StyleView to deliver a networking solution that is designed for enhanced workflow and superior caregiving. NCS and Ergotron deliver superior patient personalization, with data manageability, mobility and security.

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Topics: VDI, Healthcare, PCoIP, virtualization, rugged, hospitals

Final Day at WEST

Posted by Katie Callahan on Feb 8, 2018 9:09:17 AM

Stop By Booth #1010

WEST 2018, sponsored by AFCEA, enters its final day at the San Diego Convention Center.  WEST is the premier naval coference on the West Coast, now in its 28th year of bringing naval and industry leaders together.

Attendees stopping by the NCS booth have participated in demonstrations of a broad range of technologies and solutions. NCS features its own zero client end point portfolio, as well as its popular SecureView government security solutions. In addition, NCS has been able to demonstrate key hardware solutions from partners HP and Getac.

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Topics: VDI, PCoIP, virtualization, navy, rugged

Rugged & Secure Solutions Featured at WEST

Posted by Katie Callahan on Feb 7, 2018 2:11:07 PM

See You at Booth #1010

WEST 2018, sponsored by AFCEA, enters Day Two at the San Diego Convention Center.  WEST is the premier naval coference on the West Coast, now in its 28th year of bringing naval and industry leaders together.

NCS showcases a broad range of technologies and solutions at the show. NCS is featuring its own zero client end point portfolio, as well as its renowned SecureView government security solutions. In addition, NCS is highlighting key hardware solutions from partners HP and Getac.

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Topics: VDI, PCoIP, virtualization, navy, rugged

AFCEA WEST Opens Today

Posted by Katie Callahan on Feb 6, 2018 1:43:06 PM

See You at Booth #1010

WEST 2018 sponsored by AFCEA opens today at the San Diego Convention Center.  Held through Thursday, WEST is the premier naval coference on the West Coast, now in its 28th year of bringing naval and industry leaders together. Co-sponsored by AFCEA International and the U.S. Naval Institute, WEST provides the opportunity for makers of platforms and designers of technologies to network and demonstrate solutions to the military community. This event brings together the Chief of Naval Operations, the Marine Corps Commandant and the Coast Guard Commandant for a town hall discussion. Smaller town halls are available for drilling down into deeper discussions of specific topics and issues.

NCS is showcasing a broad range of technologies and solutions at the show. Equipment on hand includes:

From HP - The HP Elitebook 840, which is impressively thin and light, and empowers users to create, connect, and collaborate, using enterprise-class performance technology that helps keep users productive in and out of the office. The Elitebook 840 is ideal for mobile professionals needing best-in-class, business rugged notebooks with enhanced system and graphic performance in a managed-IT environment. NCS is also showing the HP Pro x2 tablet detachable PC which delivers versatility, security and serviceability. The HP Pro x2 strikes the right balance of mobility, durability, and security in a device that is designed to last. Ideal for challenging environments, this versatile detachable PC lets users be productive outside the office.

From Getac - The Getac B300 ultra rugged notebook is Getac's most popular model and is considered the best rugged laptop on the market. With state-of-the-art processors, long battery life, 4G LTE and one of the brightest displays, the 6th generation B300 delivers in some of the most extreme conditions on the planet. Also on display are the Getac V110 fully rugged convertinble notebook and the Getac F110 rugged tablet.

From NCS - We will feature two innovative selections from our zero client portfolio, the NCS Cirrus LT Plus and the Cirrus DT WiFi. The military are avid users of our patented zero clients.

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Our desktop, mobile and portable zero client end points lead the industry in manageability, reduced cost of ownership and improved security. Event attendees are participating in demonstrations of all of our products and have been very eager to learn more about our broad portfolio of solutions.

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Topics: VDI, PCoIP, virtualization, navy, rugged

Getting IT Infrastructure into the Field

Posted by Katie Callahan on Jan 22, 2018 4:25:21 PM

NCS Technologies packages sophisticated general-purpose-rugged and VDI IT infrastructure to support organizations needing rapid deployment to the field. These solutions were developed for the robust needs of the military, but are also useful for first responders and field organizations in need of rugged infrastructure and/or VDI.

NCS Deployable Infrastructure fits into a number of scenarios:

Basic VDI Configuration Workgroup

This configuration includes a Getac ultra-rugged server and patent-protected virtualized NCS end points intelligently integrated into rugged transit cases. The workgroup is capable of supporting a scalable number of clients while delivering centralized control and easy maintenance. The basic workgroup simplifies the reset process that must occur upon returning from deployments. Client images may be easily and quickly changed to support multiple applications and specific use-case scenarios.  A basic configuration includes 1  magnesium alloy Getac X500 Ultra-Rugged Server platform and 7 Cirrus family zero client notebooks.close-case-sm.png

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Topics: VDI, Getac, infrastructure

Spotlight on AFCEA West Event

Posted by Katie Callahan on Jan 12, 2018 11:27:52 AM

Come Join Us at Booth #1010

At the beginning of the year we like to showcase a few larger upcoming trade shows where visitors may visit our booth and learn about the comprehensive portfolio of NSC and partner solutions. Today we are talking about AFCEA West, which will take place Feb. 6-8 at the San Diego Convention Center.

West is the premier naval conference and exposition on the west coast, now in its 28th year. Co-sponsored by AFCEA International and the U.S. Naval Institute, West is one of the most popular events where the makers of platforms and technology innovators network, discuss and demonstrate leading solutions in a single place. One highlight of West is a town hall discussion among the Chief of Naval Operations, the Marine Corps Commandant and Coast Guard Commandant. In addition to the main program, there are Engagement Theaters, which are smaller, more intimate venues where military and industry professionals discuss hot topics and issues.

Make plans now to meet up with us at West!

NCS is an important presence at the show, anchored by Booth #1010 and a staff of NCS and partner professionals on hand to answer any of your inquiries about the latest PC technologies, rugged computing and desktop virtualization.

NCS is featuring HP solutions at the show, including the HP EliteBook 840, which delivers security, manageability and performance in an ultrathin design. The EliteBook 840 handles the most demanding tasks with streamlined efficiency and enterprise-class performance, comprehensive security and a refined collaboration experience. Also at the NCS booth, the HP Pro x2 612 tablet strikes the right balance of mobility, durability and security in a device that is designed to last. Ideal for challenging environments, this versatile detachable PC lets you work the want you want.

Speaking of challenging environments, we are also featuring Getac rugged products at Booth #1010.

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Topics: VDI, PCoIP, virtualization, navy, Getac, vmware, HP, rugged