It's a brand new year.
Hello and Happy New Year! As we begin 2015, we thank you for your friendship, your confidence, and your business.
Since 1987, UCG's unsurpassed commitment to providing an excellent client experience has been the cornerstone of our company. We listen carefully to your business issues and pain points, and then work with you to solve them. It's a simple yet key core value that each of our team members embrace.
As the year unfolds, we remain focused as we continue to evolve, innovate, and stay true to our tradition of engaged client relationships. Thank you for your continued interest in United Computer Group.
Please enjoy this issue of the UCG newsletter and forward to colleagues within and outside your organization.Sincerely,James A. Kandrac, President & FounderMichael D. Powall, Vice PresidentVladimir Capitanov, Senior Technical ConsultantTimothy Prostor, Senior Technical ConsultantGina Creager, Office ManagerBarbara Belovics, Accounting ManagerAnneMarie Ashcraft, National Account Manager
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Three important security tips for 2015
Please share these three security tips, courtesy of UCG data center partner BlueBridge Networks, to protect the privacy of consumers and businesses:
1. Nothing is truly free, including mobile apps. Be aware of the personal information you give mobile app providers. Many free apps sell your information to a wide range of companies, some of which may have malicious intents. Studies have shown most apps do not have many, or even any, security controls built in. Check privacygrade.org to see if the app you want respects your privacy and has security built in.
2. Be cautious with new "smart" devices. A wide range of new and unique gadgets—from socks to smart cars—connects you directly to other entities (and even to the internet) to automatically share information about your activities, location and personal characteristics. Before using such devices, make sure you know which data they are collecting, how it will be used and with whom it will be shared.
3. Only share personal information with trusted
sources. Be extra careful not to share sensitive personal information, such as social security numbers, credit card numbers and driver's license numbers. Don't do business with an entity that does not have a posted privacy notice.
Sony hack reminds employees to watch what they write
For every accurate statement made about the recent Sony Pictures hack, there have been at least two inaccurate ones. Shockingly, many of these errors have been uttered by people in positions of authority, such as politicians and other self-proclaimed cyber security "experts."
Just as notable is the fact every person is vulnerable to hackers, as evidenced by the reputation damage suffered by several Sony Pictures executives whose emails were leaked to media. Things you may think are funny or private, when exposed to a broader audience out of context, can paint a public picture of a person you are not. Remember: You should never put anything into an email—especially your work email—you would not want the entire world to be able to see if that message is not encrypted.
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Tech Czar Michael DeAloia hosted Jim Kandrac on Sunday, December 14. Listen to the recording of this entertaining and informative show broadcast on Cleveland Confidential Radio, Cleveland’s AM1420 Radio.
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Cleveland Confidential Radio is all about exploring the big personalities, great entrepreneurs and the exciting creative class that are making a difference in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Jim shared some knowledge on his entrepreneurial experiences and the challenges of leading a tech company in Cleveland since 1987, as well as a few very entertaining stories about his life!
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CLIENT SPOTLIGHT:
R.W. Sidley
UCG’s VAULT400 BaaS a Natural Choice for R.W. Sidley, Inc.
United Computer Group, Inc. is pleased to announce that R.W. Sidley of Painesville, Ohio has selected VAULT400 BaaS as its backup solution. R.W. Sidley has been a valued client of United Computer Group for over 20 years.
Brad Buescher, Human Resource Director, had taken on more responsibility in R.W. Sidley’s IT department. He immediately recognized the need to improve their primary system up time and security, and contacted UCG. R.W. Sidley runs on the IBM Power 5+system also provided by UCG.
UCG updated their Uninterruptable Power Supply in addition to adding VAULT400 BaaS. R.W. Sidley’s data is now encrypted, compressed, and sent offsite nightly to two secure HIPAA compliant data centers located in Cleveland, Ohio and Atlanta, Georgia.
“VAULT400 is working great,” stated Buescher. “United Computer Group worked with our IT staff to setup the system and make sure we understand how it operates. R.W. Sidley chose UCG’s VAULT400 BaaS because the company has provided dependable IT support to our organization for over two decades. We trust UCG to support and secure our business critical data.”
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About R. W. Sidley, Inc.
R.W. Sidley, Inc. was established in 1933 as a mining and manufacturing company. Since then they have continued to build their company through the development of high quality products derived from our original core products of silica sand and bank gravel. As a full service supplier R.W. Sidley, Inc. provides a broad range of construction solutions for today's building industry. They manufacture and supply bulk aggregates, industrial minerals, ready-mix concrete, masonry block products, structural and architectural precast components, and building supplies.
The historic Casement House, built in 1870 in Painesville, Ohio, serves as R. W. Sidley’s Corporate Office. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
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United Computer Group, Inc.
7100 E. Pleasant Valley Road #250
Independence, OH 44131-5556
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Socially Connected
You can find us on LinkedIn, Twitter,YouTube, Google+, Facebook, and on our UCG Blog.
We make an effort to connect on social media with our clients, vendors, and business partners, so please reach out and let us know where we can find you.
Speaking of social media, where have you found the most success connecting with other technology companies/ technology-minded individuals? Let us know what you think at info@ucgrp.com.
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United Computer Group, Inc.
January 2015
Q1 Newsletter
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UCG in the News:
Q1 2015 Highlights
UCG’s VAULT400 BaaS a Natural Choice for R.W. Sidley, Inc.
“VAULT400 is working great. United Computer Group worked with our IT staff to setup the system and make sure we understand how it operates. R.W. Sidley chose UCG’s VAULT400 BaaS because the company has provided dependable IT support to our organization for over two decades. We trust UCG to support and secure our business critical data.” - Brad Buescher, Human Resource Director, R.W. SidleyMid-America Door Chooses Industry Expert United Computer Group, Inc. for BaaS
After an online meeting, disk analysis, receiving their proposal and due diligence, Carl Christensen, VP & COO of Mid-America Door, felt confident that UCG’s VAULT400 BaaS was the answer to their data backup issues. He made the final decision, and days later VAULT400 was installed and configured in an online meeting in less than 90 minutes.
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Everyone is talking about what mobility can do for their business, yet it can seem so challenging. See what the industry leaders have to say.
Thursday, January 157:30 am - 5:00 pm Kehoe Center in Shelby, OH
The event will feature a main tent speaker, breakout speakers and selected solution providers surrounding the topic of IT Mobility and Mobile Computing.
UCG will be attending the event, so be sure to stop by our table for a visit. If you'd like to set up a meeting ahead of time, give us a call at 800. 211.8798 or email info@ucgrp.com Hope to see you there! Register today!
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Whether you're transitioning to a managed service provider/cloud service provider (MSP/CSP) business or have already made the jump, there's no doubt cloud is the future of technology delivery.
Register for the IBM PartnerWorld Leadership Conference (PWLC) 2015 Feb. 9-12 in Las Vegas! Learn about the opportunities, best practices and business changes the MSP/CSP model involves. Hear successful MSPs tell how they drive cloud-delivered services growth, build high-value services practices, evaluate tradeoffs between physical and virtual infrastructure, transform their businesses from transactional to recurring revenue, partner for success with IBM and more.
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Your DR Strategy Guide for IBM i Available for Download Now!
Thank you for taking time to read the DR Strategy Guide for IBM i, brought to you by Maxava and United Computer Group. If you or your team are responsible for the ongoing health and protection of your IBM i systems and data, this guide is for you! Click here to download your DR Strategy Guide.
United Computer Group, Inc. (UCG) was founded in 1987 by James A. Kandrac. UCG has been an IBM Business Partner since 1989 and an IBM Advanced Business Partner since 1991. Customers have rated UCG in the top 1% of IBM Business Partners nationwide.
UCG offers VAULT400 BaaS and IBM Power Systems, in addition to a wide range of related products and services. United Computer Group, Inc. and Maxava have been business partners since 2008. Maxava HA is the solution of choice when UCG clients need RTO and RPO of less than 1 hour. Read more.
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United Computer Group partners enjoy collaborative, rewarding, and mutually beneficial arrangements to bring industry-leading technology solutions to the mid-market. Our core business philosophies ensure that our clients have an excellent experience. We are focused on delivering solutions to help them solve their most complex technology challenges.
As an IBM Advanced Business Partner, UCG has been actively marketing Power Systems-based enterprise solutions since 1987. We place great value in finding the right partner to provide a high level of sales, marketing, and technological support to our clients.
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