Brian Hagan

Arista is hosting an event in Rochester for IT professionals interested in enhancing their knowledge of Zero Trust networking and designing scalable, highly available networks. These topics are increasingly important in today's digital landscape, where security and reliability are paramount concerns for organizations of all sizes. Plus, staying updated on the latest trends and technologies can give you a competitive edge in the IT field

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New to MCA's work in Maine? MCA is proud to publish our 2023 Progress Report outlining where the Maine Connectivity Authority has been, where we are now, and where we are going in the next year. Much of the work that MCA accomplished last year contributed to our readiness for deploying BEAD Program funds and Digital Equity Act funds, which collectively represent the largest investment into connectivity access, affordability, and adoption in Maine's history. Read the report here: https://buff.ly/3UdpwUP

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We had the pleasure of exhibiting at the Maine Municipal Association - Municipal Technology Conference on Wednesday in Augusta, ME. The event theme was focused on cybersecurity, which is the cornerstone of our Managed IT Services. At Systems Engineering we we believe that achieving and maintaining security maturity is a continual process, essential for safeguarding organizational assets and data. ✅ Begin with a Cybersecurity Maturity Measurement ✅ Understand Your Cybersecurity Standing ✅ Adopt a Security-First Mindset By prioritizing cybersecurity, organizations can protect their digital assets, maintain trust, and secure a competitive edge in the ever-evolving digital world. Join us in fostering a security-first mindset and fortify your organization's cyber defenses. Learn more about this process here => https://hubs.ly/Q02ypsLK0 #LeadingTheITConversation #aCSF #Cybersecurity

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The first public comment session for Resolves 2024, Ch. 155: Resolve, to Direct the Maine Connectivity Authority to Develop Proposed Legislation to Increase Broadband Internet Access is tomorrow at 2pm. Register using the link below. Through this Resolve, MCA is charged with drafting future legislation to improve tenants' access to broadband services in multi-dwelling units. The Maine State Legislature outlined a stakeholder process to include individuals representing real estate, development, and community interests; internet service, cable and wireless technology providers; and landlords. MCA is now accepting public comment on the recommendations outlined in this draft through December 22, 2024. Read the recommendations and register for a public comment session here: https://buff.ly/3NJzbzl Provide public comment here: https://buff.ly/4ij4j67

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Cross referencing is easy here at Leece-Neville. But, wait – what is the mounting configuration? Pad mount, J-180? These are just some of the questions answered in a recent #techtip article: http://bit.ly/3YeWeG3 And, here's a brief video about alternator pad mount differences. https://lnkd.in/gijyStJR

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OGS Director of IT Procurement Jill McCabe recently participated in a panel discussion at the NYS Local Government Information Technology Directors Association (NYSLGITDA) Spring Conference. OGS offers five centralized IT contracts that cover IT products and services, and telecommunications services, which can result in significant savings for authorized users, including local governments. The benefits of using the IT Manufacturer’s Umbrella contract include:    • All base terms and conditions are already in place  • Users need only issue an RFQ rather than a public solicitation  • Aggregate buys can result in big savings Who can become an authorized contract user of OGS centralized contracts? Municipal governments, school districts, BOCES, public authorities, and qualifying non-for-profit organizations throughout New York State. Learn more about OGS centralized IT contracts and becoming an authorized user: https://lnkd.in/etCZ36TW     #OGSTakesTheStage #Procurement #InformationTechnology 

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Cyber threats are constantly evolving, but resilience is the key to staying ahead. In this Worcester Business Journal feature, Janelle Drolet shares 8 essential things you need to know about building a robust cybersecurity defense. Read the full article here: https://hubs.li/Q02RxtM60 #5thWallofSecurity #Cybersecurity #Resilience #Towerwall #CyberDefense #DataSecurity

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🔋 Thrilling developments have emerged from Bloom Energy and Intel Corporation! 🌟 They've reached a power capacity agreement for Silicon Valley’s largest fuel cell-powered high-performance computing data center! 💻⚡ "Bloom Energy is proud to be a long-term supplier to Intel and to support the company’s data center capacity building at a time when the grid is severely constrained," says Ravi Prasher, Bloom Energy’s Chief Technology Officer. "Intel is leading the industry in extreme energy-efficient high-performance computing data centers," states Shesha (Sheshaprasad) Krishnapura, Intel IT Chief Technology Officer. This agreement will see the installation of additional megawatts of Bloom Energy’s fuel cell-based Energy Server at Intel’s existing computing data center in Santa Clara, CA, expanding an already operational Bloom Energy fuel cell installation since 2014. 💪 🌐 Bloom Energy's technology, compatible with hydrogen fuel as well as natural gas, shows promise for future adoption of hydrogen as a primary fuel. 💡🌱 Intel's confidence in Bloom's fuel cell technology highlights its reliability in meeting the energy needs of cutting-edge IT infrastructure. 🚀 🌿 #BloomEnergy #Intel #FuelCell #TechInnovation #HighPerformanceComputing #HydrogenFuel #CleanEnergy #EnergyEfficiency https://lnkd.in/g2u9wRga

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This week we are at the Northeastern Regional Association of Assessing Officers Conference! Stop by our booth for a demonstration and to learn more about our software solutions. #security #technology #tech #innovation #software #programming #data #consulting #business #strategy #leadership #product #productdesign #analytics #management #audit #productdevelopment #app #dataanalytics #design #datasecurityconsulting #assessing #assessor #datascience #datasecuritysolutions #NRAAO

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⚙️ Jeffrey Jones, Senior Vice President of Product Development at UPMC Enterprises, is leading an effort to build a suite of tools enhancing UPMC's ability to evaluate and validate new AI solutions for implementation and investment without disrupting broader IT services: https://go.upmc.com/2Gsvf 🏅 Notably, UPMC was recognized by Becker's Healthcare as one of the ‘Top 25 Hospitals for AI Readiness,’ highlighting the crucial work that leaders like Jones are integrating within the system: https://go.upmc.com/45KLis 💡For more insights into the challenges and opportunities related to #AI in health systems, check out this recent report by the Center for Connected Medicine: https://lnkd.in/e-8gfKSM

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How does your organization dispose of computers? Improper disposal of electronic hardware recently affected 100,000 citizens in Maine. Reach out to Securis if... 1. Procurement chooses IT asset disposition (ITAD) vendors on price alone. 2. You have not done a 3rd party risk assessment in over a year 3. You want to know more about the best practices, certifications, and auditing of e-waste vendors. #Cybersecurity #databreach #securedatadestruction

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The Township of Verona, NJ has just implemented government management software solutions into their municipal offices in a new partnership with our team at GovPilot to automate processes, digitally manage data, and engage citizens through the cloud. This municipality of Essex County, launched a partnership that will allow the local government to access new, modern, software solutions including 150+ pre-built modules ready to simplify their government workflows. All future software solutions selected and deployed by Verona will continue to simplify and digitize once manual, paper-based government processes, allowing for government workers to dedicate their valuable time to more pressing municipal tasks. Learn everything about this new partnership and GovPilot's stellar reviews in our press release! https://lnkd.in/dW7GEvhb  – Follow GovPilot for the latest in government trends and technology and learn more about government management software at govpilot.com #civictech #govtech #government #governments #govpilot #govcloud #localgovernment #cloudstorage #pressrelease

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In today’s manufacturing landscape, cybersecurity is more critical than ever. At a recent event co-hosted by ComTec Solutions and the Rochester Technology Manufacturing Association (#RTMA), industry leaders explored key trends, challenges, and strategies for staying secure. Some of the key topics included: --Attack Patterns --Password Management --Remote Work Risks --NIST/CMMC Compliance --Employee Training --Dark Web Treats and Monitoring As cyber threats become more sophisticated, #manufacturers must adopt proactive strategies, invest in compliance, and maintain continuous education to protect operations and data. Read the full Q&A article transcript here: https://lnkd.in/gRYR2paB #Cybersecurity #Manufacturing #CMMC #Compliance #RiskManagement #NIST #CISO

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The Township of Robbinsville, NJ has just implemented additional government management software solutions into their municipal offices and expanded their partnership with GovPilot through the deployment of new government management modules. With a goal to automate processes, digitally manage data, engage citizens, and enjoy use of the cloud, this municipality of Mercer County has taken steps to undergo a digital transformation. Trusting GovPilot is an easy choice for municipalities like Robbinsville due to GovPilot’s customer success rates and stellar reviews set this government management software provider apart from all others. Learn about the Report-A-Concern module from GovPilot and the ways it will streamline operations for Robbinsville in our press release! https://lnkd.in/eVu6dw2T – Follow GovPilot for the latest in government trends and technology and learn more about government management software at govpilot.com #civictech #govtech #government #governments #govpilot #govcloud #localgovernment #cloudstorage #pressrelease #newjersey #NJ

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