January 2011
In this issue...

A New Year's Resolution:
Your Most Important One Yet--Security!
by Blake Britton, Vice President of Axxys Technologies, Inc.

I know we all feel that we do our best when it comes to securing both the physical and tangible assets of our businesses. Most companies feel that by simply locking doors, controlling who has keys and alarm codes, changing passwords, and engaging in other basic security measures they are doing their best to protect the business. I am not a physical security officer, or loss prevention specialist, but I do know about "basic" IT policy and how it can help your business protect its "information" assets.

So here are the questions of the day: Does your company have an enforceable IT security policy? Who is directly responsible for the management and enforcement of this policy? How often is this policy reviewed and updated?

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Technology Financing--Solutions for a
Growing Business
by Christopher Elliott
used with permission from the Microsoft Small Business Center

Your growing business is ready for new PCs or software. How do you buy it?

It's a common challenge for small businesses. New technology purchases top the list of capital expenditures in a survey of small businesses, with 43% of respondents saying they planned to make a buy in the next six months.

But that's easier said than done.

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What is CoreExchange?
Hosted by CoreTech, CoreExchange is an informal, educational meeting for business owners, middle managers and staff. Formats and topics vary from roundtable discussions and short product demonstrations to happy hour events around town.

Are you looking forward to the day. . .

• your connection to the internet is never in question—it’s redundant!
• you don’t have to worry about government regulations because your business is up to speed.
• your technology costs are a fixed, monthly fee as opposed to random expenditures.
• you don’t have to lose sleep over lack of data backup and disaster recovery plans.

That day is here! At this educational session and tour, we’ll talk about how small to midsize businesses address each of the above, and with less investment than the big guys!

Join us for a tour of the CoSentry data center. We’ll have a short presentation and discussion over lunch to address the above. Then, we’ll tour the CoSentry facility in Papillion. You will see firsthand how security, redundancy, and data backup occur.

CoreTech Cheers! A Happy Hour Event

Announcement. . . coming soon!
Keep an eye on your InBox for our February newsletter. We have an exciting announcement to share with you!

Up Close & Personal With--Brian Battaglia
With the CoreTech team since before its beginnings, Brian Battaglia enjoys working with a variety of clients in different industries. “Every day is different, and there are always new opportunities and challenges. This is what I find satisfying working in technology,” said Brian. In the past few years, Brian attended training and has completed a number of projects involving video surveillance, analytics and wireless camera solutions. “I look forward to helping clients with their security needs.”

Aside from work, cheering on both kids at their sporting events often fills Brian’s time on the weekends. Jaden (9 years) is involved in Tae Kwon Do, softball, and soccer; Jacob (12 years) is also involved in Tae Kwon Do, and plays football. Brian is a NASCAR fan and he seeks out NASCAR collectables as well. Around town, Brian’s favorite restaurants are Vidlak’s Brookside Café, Millard Roadhouse and Romeos. At home, Brian’s family enjoys grilling outdoors, and sometimes he can be found watching Ghost Hunters, Myth Busters or The Big Bang Theory. His favorite vacation spot—Okoboji!

"Yesterday's the past, tomorrow's the future, but today is a gift. That's why it's called the present."
~Bill Keane

Don’t get lost in the fog when it comes to cloud technologies!
By 2010 Gartner predicts:

• 20% of US companies will own no IT assets (primarily smaller companies)
• 35% of the US midmarket will buy cloud and IT utility services
• 40% of enterprises will blend cloud with on-premise applications

No doubt you’ve heard the buzzword “The Cloud.” Yet, it’s more than just a buzzword for our clients! Some have already taken advantage its benefits including scalability, affordability, efficiencies and more. CoreTech’s consultative approach to cloud technologies focuses on your business needs, requirements and operational processes. Contact us today at 402.398.9580 and check out our special offer in this issue!