Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Modernizing the Data Estate with Azure | Rachita Sundar

Businesses are amassing enormous amounts of data, more than they know what to do with. Most are just using it to put together dense periodic reports explaining "what" happened too long after the fact to be of much use. Modernizing your digital workplace by moving to Azure and utilizing its AI technology can help you get a handle on your data and graduate from "what" happened to "how" it happened and, finally, to what "will" happen to inform what you should do all within a relevant period of time.

Thursday, April 11, 2019

Fresno Unified, the futures challenge, and 21C Learning Design

Take an in-depth look inside Fresno Unified School District's innovative Personalized Learning Initiative including their overall goals, year one progress, and adjustments for the future.

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5 Ways IoT Is Reinventing Businesses Today

In a recent survey of business executives, 45% report IoT has helped boost profits by 1% to 5%, and another 41% say the impact has boosted them by 5% to 15% annually. That's a huge increase to profit with a simple integration. Except integrating IoT isn't always simple. At Tabarin Consulting, we have years of experience helping businesses just like yours to plan, implement, and optimize their connected devices. We can help you to do the same. Contact us to learn more.

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Five Leadership Excuses for Communication Improvement

A breakdown in communication often means a lack of clear direction for employees. At Tabarin Consulting, we want to make sure your workers have the tech they need to clearly communicate. By integrating Office 365, you can connect better with customers and colleagues with a range of communication tools, from email and IM to social networking and video conferencing. Contact us to find out how we can help your business integrate Office 365 and check out this article.

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Hybrid Cloud Performance and Productivity ebook

If your company is adopting a hybrid cloud model, you're already aware that cloud computing is key to driving new levels of agility, innovation, and cost savings. But there are some shortfalls you should be aware of. Both IT and lines of business can contribute to sprawl--an uncontrolled proliferation of cloud-based services. At Tabarin Consulting, we want to help. Together with Azure, we can achieve your goal of shifting to the cloud. Contact us to find out how we can help.

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Office 365 Empowers Premier Water Removal's Growth, and its Owner's Compassion

In this video, Tabarin Consulting explores how Microsoft Office 365 helps small-business owner Trevor Cressey--whose Premier Water Removal service dries out flooded homes or businesses--serve his customers and grow his company. Motivated by the compassion he learned at the Dream Center in Los Angeles, Trevor can "pay it forward" by supporting his 25-person team across devices to deliver the best possible customer service. Let us show you how Office 365 can do the same for you.

How to provide persistent data protection on-premises and in the cloud

This infographic shows how to support your GDPR compliance journey with Azure Information Protection.

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Office 365 and Creativity: Lovepop

From working out of a basement to having over 400 employees across the globe, Lovepop has employees from Boston to Vietnam. But scaling their organization so quickly across such a large geographical area presented its own problems--collaboration. But Lovepop didn't skip a beat thanks to the mobility and ease of communication they experienced from integrating Office 365. Tabarin Consulting wants to help your teams integrate Office 365 so they can collaborate just like Lovepop.

Tuesday, April 09, 2019

Customer story: Chesterfield County

Watch how Virginia's Chesterfield County Department of Social Services recently transformed its outdated workplace using cloud technology. Using Microsoft Dynamics 365, the department streamlined manual processes and siloed data to improve efficiency and productivity across their entire team.

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Customer Story: Fresno Unified School District

Through the lens of the Fresno Unified School District, check out the incredible transformations on an individual and community-wide level that happen when technology allows students to take greater control of their own learning experience.

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Customer story: EON

Natasha Franck, founder of EON, is working to create a more sustainable future by embedding clothing with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tech to help recycle garments at their end of life and put a dent in the number of clothes that eventually end up in landfills. RFID is just one example of the boundless applications of IoT technology available to drive transformation. At Tabarin Consulting, we have the industry experts who can help you connect your devices. Contact us to learn more.

Azure SQL Database Managed Instance

Check out the ways in which Azure SQL Database Managed Instance is designed to provide you with exactly what your business needs so you can save money without missing a beat.

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Thursday, April 04, 2019

White Paper: Office 365 Security and Compliance

In this white paper, you'll learn more about security and compliance in Office 365. When moving your organization to cloud services, security concerns add another layer of consideration; one of trust. You have to be able to trust your service provider with processing the data that you provide. Tabarin Consulting knows how important security is to you.

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Wednesday, April 03, 2019

Azure SQL or SQL Server: Which one is right for you?

What makes Azure SQL different from SQL Server? Learn the technical differences, the reasons behind them, and the potential impact on your business in this article.

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Top 10 Security Deployment Actions with Microsoft 365

If you're looking for a roadmap to a more secure system, we've got you covered. Check out this list to discover 10 actions you can take using the tools provided in Microsoft 365 to better protect your business from cybersecurity threats. And don't forget, Tabarin Consulting is here to help you every step of the way.

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Microsoft Soars: How Azure, AI and IoT Are Driving Cloud Hypergrowth at $20-Billion Scale

The intelligent cloud and the intelligent edge era is already upon us. It represents a tremendous opportunity for everyone especially small businesses that can now afford the capabilities of larger companies. The cloud is a powerful tool and Azure is the key to unlocking the ease and usability that your team needs. At Tabarin Consulting, we want to help you integrate the cloud into your business. Contact us to find out more and check out this article.

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Microsoft is serious about security

Office 365 delivers multiple layers of security that work together to protect your data.

ASICS EMEA hits the ground running with cloud-based mobility solution

For athletes, mobility and performance is the key to success. Businesses aren't any different. That's why ASICS EMEA is using the Microsoft Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS) solution to enable highly secure, mobile access to email and documents from anywhere on any device for all their employees. You can transform and enhance your business in the same way using the same tools as ASICS. Watch this clip and contact Tabarin Consulting for more information.

Tuesday, April 02, 2019

Office 365 and Teamwork: Detroit Wallpaper Co

You can't maximize your collaborative potential if you're tied to a desk. At Tabarin Consulting, we often see businesses that want to focus on increasing collaboration, yet they are using archaic communications tech. In any industry, you need the right tools to produce a superior product. And today, tech is a vital tool for increasing collaboration. Contact us and check out this video on how Detroit Wallpaper Co. is using Office 365 to make their 10-person business feel like 50.

Creating security controls for IoT devices at Microsoft

How are you leveraging the latest technology to meet your needs? Microsoft is using IoT to provide efficiency and convenience. With IoT, Microsoft monitors datacenters, controls smart building systems, and interacts with HoloLens devices. While you may have other needs, you can use that same technology to fulfill them. At Tabarin Consulting, we know how to help your business connect devices and create the IoT system that will drive the transformation you need. Contact us today to learn more.

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Finding the right IoT solution for your business

Are you an expert when it comes to building cloud solutions? As it turns out, you don't have to be. With the right SaaS solution from Azure, you can manage your device and cloud solutions with predictable or fine-tuned pricing and still have the level of control that makes you comfortable. At Tabarin Consulting, we can help you determine whether you're best fitted for SaaS or PaaS solutions. Contact us today to learn how we can help you drive transformation with Azure.

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Customer Story: SitePro - part 6

Take a closer look at the ways in which SitePro is able to save their customers valuable time by transporting data almost instantly over the cloud.

Office 365 keeps your business compliant - around the clock

While implemented with the best of intentions, remaining compliant with data security requirements can be a massive burden on businesses, especially those in highly regulated industries. That's why Microsoft ensures that the security provided through Office 365 is always on the cutting edge of compliance, so your business can focus on delivering the best experience to your customers.

Thursday, March 28, 2019

IoT devices proliferate, from smart bulbs to industrial vibration sensors

How are you using IoT? One of the biggest uses for IoT in an industrial setting is preventive maintenance. Devices like vibration and wear sensors measure the stresses on and performance of factory equipment to help catch malfunctions before they happen. Now you can use the same software to run your devices as Fortune 500 companies, and Tabarin Consulting can help. We're industry experts and have the knowledge you need to adopt and connect all of your IoT devices. Contact us today for more.

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8 Ways Technology Can Help You Go Global

Technology enables even the smallest business to create a global presence. Here are eight tips to put your company on top of the world.

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Creating order when data is everywhere

At Tabarin Consulting, we know that organizing data requires significant and focused resources along with a skill set that many organizations just don't have. Each on-premises platform may have its own toolset while cloud service providers often provide custom functions. Azure cloud services will help you transition to the cloud unlike any other service provider. Check out these steps to reclaim your data during the transition to the cloud and contact us to find out how we can help.

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Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Improving Firstline Worker Performance with Microsoft Office 365

At Tabarin Consulting, we know you want to lower your costs while increasing your firstline worker performance. With Office 365, your IT costs come down because solutions are hosted in the cloud, and other solutions such as web conferencing can be retired, saving you more money. Employees have a much richer solution set that they can use to collaborate and create, increasing performance and productivity. Contact us to find out how we can help you integrate Office 365 today.

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Protect Your Business from Cyber-Attacks

Tabarin Consulting takes a probing look at how Microsoft Office 365 addresses the cyber-security concerns of small business owners like Bryce McDonald, whose company, Day1 Wake, delivers wakesurf boards to customers across the country. Bryce knows that, wherever he goes, Office 365 multi-layer security is working 24/7 to safeguard the integrity of his business data. Contact us--we'd love to show you how Office 365 can do the same for you.

What is resiliency in Azure?

Is your current IT infrastructure resilient? Do you have high availability of hardware and datacenters? Does it provide you with uninterrupted service? At Tabarin Consulting, we know how to help you create the resilient cloud-based infrastructure you need. Maintaining acceptable continuous performance is easy with Azure. With disaster recovery protection against loss through services such as Azure Site Recovery and geo-redundant storage (GRS), you can be sure your data is protected.

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5 ways to make Outlook work for you

This infographic details 5 ways to sign off, get attention, collaborate and more. These experiences are available in Outlook 2016 and Outlook for Office 365.

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SQL Server and Azure SQL Database GDPR Guidance

The task of GDPR compliance can be overwhelming for businesses but it doesn't have to be. This guide is intended to help businesses better understand what GDPR entails and begin the process of adapting their current security measures to meet the new requirements. Luckily for small and large businesses alike, Microsoft has done a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to preparing the infrastructure for successful compliance.

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Growing SQL Server: Features from 2008 to 2017

As the end of service approaches for SQL Server 2008, let's take a moment to reflect on where we have been and the exciting new innovations available with SQL Server 2017.

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I have solutions from many vendors in my IT environment. How can Microsoft help me secure our entire digital landscape?

Keep your data protected as your business grows and changes with the times. Whether you're adding apps, devices, or moving to the cloud, Microsoft 365 ensures your data is secure without overburdening your security team.

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Customer Story: SitePro - part 5

SitePro is pushing the boundaries of what's possible for their oil and gas customers. To do this, they needed to be as agile and as informed as possible. They moved to Azure to enjoy the freedom and possibilities of the cloud.

PCL Construction LLC

PCL Construction LLC uses IoT to connect their management with their jobsites. The devices alert builders and management to issues with construction. With the sensors, they can monitor the temperature, humidity, and pressure in over 483 units, something that would normally be done by hand. Now they can focus workers on more important things that drive value back to the company. At Tabarin Consulting, we can help you deliver the same results. Contact us today to learn more.

How small businesses can safeguard their data

With security risks like compromised credentials, stolen devices, and human error, keeping your business protected can seem overwhelming, especially for a small business that may not have the resources to dedicate to it. Microsoft 365 offers a complete solution, with tools like multifactor identification and data encryption that cover the areas you can't.

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Thursday, March 21, 2019

How can Microsoft help me understand my current security posture and get recommendations on how to improve?

This Thought Leadership provides an overview of the offerings Microsoft 365 has to help security CISOs and other security professionals gain better visibility and control of their current and future security position.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

New eBook from Tabarin Consulting

In this ebook, you'll learn seven ways Office 365 can help you improve communication and teamwork to make your business more effective, collaborative, and successful.

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5 Ways cloud computing is changing the business world

Fortune 500 businesses all over the globe rely on cloud computing and storage on a daily, if not second-to-second basis. Even though the cloud has become a necessary part of doing business in today's world, maintaining security can be a complex undertaking. That's why 90% of Fortune 500 businesses trust their cloud computing to Microsoft. At Tabarin Consulting, we want you to have the best and most trusted cloud on the market. Contact us to find out more.

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Turbocharge Your Business Productivity

At Tabarin Consulting, we know that empowering your employees to collaborate is a challenge for many organizations. Every group has their own way of doing things, but there are few tools out there that allow you to work the way you want, so you can focus on what really matters. Office 365 provides an integrated solution, so everyone can collaborate more effectively. Contact us to find out how we can help your business integrate Office 365 and check out this article.

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Microsoft is serious about security

Office 365 delivers multiple layers of security that work together to protect your data.

Brewing a new age: Carlsberg taps technology to modernize a centuries-old company

Transforming your business to meet modern demands is not an easy task. At Tabarin Consulting, we want to give you the tools to ensure your organization is up to speed. Carlsberg Group uses Azure to modernize and merge its 140-brewery empire. You can transform and enhance your business in the same way using the same tools as Carlsberg at an affordable price. Watch this video and contact us to find out more.

Tuesday, March 19, 2019

Music x Technology: Childish Gambino

Childish Gambino wanted to create a virtual world that would blend the physical and digital and allow his fans to experience his world. With a team from Microsoft, Childish Gambino began work on PHAROS, a unique VR experience. It's this kind of innovation that drives businesses to greatness. That's why great businesses choose Microsoft. At Tabarin Consulting, we want you to have the most innovative tools to meet the demands of a digital world. Contact us to find out more.

SQL Database Engine Blog: What is Azure SQL Database Managed Instance?

Curious about the new Azure SQL Database Managed Instance? This article covers specifics about the offering, including features, security, scalability, and architecture.

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Maximizing the impact of your IoT Proof of Concept

The Internet of Things (IoT) offers businesses opportunities for incredible savings and growth. However, an IoT solution may also require a significant up-front investment. At Tabarin Consulting, we can help you find the solution that fits your business needs and help you implement that technology to maximize your return. Contact us to learn more.

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Azure IoT PaaS vs SaaS

With SaaS and PaaS, the right solution is different for every business. SaaS can provide predictable pricing options without the need to construct an in-house management solution. PaaS allows businesses with cloud and device expertise to fine-tune their IT services to reduce costs and maximize return on investment. The decision is up to you, but you're not alone. At Tabarin Consulting, we can help facilitate your decision and guide you along the way. Contact us to learn more.

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Your Data is Safe with Office 365

Small businesses deserve the benefits of the cloud as much as any other company, and now they can do so without worrying about the security of their data.

Thursday, March 14, 2019

IoT in the Workplace: Smart Office Applications for Better Productivity

The "smart office" or office equipped with IoT devices, represents an intelligent ecosystem that businesses rely on to monitor, control, and manage various operations and working conditions within their organization. At Tabarin Consulting, we have the tools and know the solutions that will be best for integrating connected devices into your organization. With the right help, you can drive transformation. Contact us for a consultation to find out more about your IoT possibilities.

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13 Security Solutions for Small Business

Ready to take a step toward cyber safety? Here's a collection of tools, services and other solutions to secure your business and prevent cyberattacks.

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Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Enterprise cloud strategy

At Tabarin Consulting, we know that you have questions about how to transition to the cloud. In this book, you'll see how you can exploit the ever-expanding feature set of the cloud to gain strategic and competitive advantage. It will also discuss what applications you'll use and how your organization will change by transitioning to the cloud. Answering your questions is a priority for us, and this book will help address some of the common questions you'll likely encounter during cloud adoption.

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Why choose Office 365 over the Google Cloud?

At Tabarin Consulting, we know you need a substantial enterprise lineup when it comes to collaboration, security, and machine learning tools so your organization can realize its full potential. Office 365, part of Microsoft 365, is a complete solution, empowering creativity and collaboration. No other cloud service provider, including Google, can match the depth and breadth of Office 365. Learn how they pair up in this comparison tool and contact us to find out more.

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Your Data is Safe with Office 365

In this video, Tabarin Consulting explores how Office 365 works overtime to safeguard the business data of entrepreneurs like Bryce McDonald, owner/operator of Day1 Wake, a company that makes wakesurf boards for customers around the world. While giving Bryce unprecedented freedom and flexibility, Office 365 provides multiple layers of security, which Microsoft monitors 24/7. Contact us to learn how Office 365 can do the same for you.

Cloud identity and asset management

Scaling your applications could be costing you more than you think. At Tabarin Consulting, we know how to help you enhance your business so that you can take advantage of huge cost savings. By moving to the cloud, you can create highly scalable applications in Azure. Applications can shrink and stretch to accommodate changes in usage, removing the need for expensive on-premises hardware saving your organization money and time.

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WS + SQL 2008 Extended Security Updates FAQ

As the end of support for Windows Server SQL Server 2008/2008 R2 approaches, questions will undoubtedly arise, especially relating to the Extended Security Updates offered by Microsoft. This document is here to answer those questions.

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Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Discover the benefits of modernization and save with Azure SQL Database Managed Instance

Why move your on-premises SQL Server to the Azure cloud? Check out this infographic to learn about the savings and latest technological benefits of switching to Azure SQL Database Managed Instance.

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How do I find and manage shadow IT and rogue devices, and put policies in place to ensure we remain secure?

New cloud app capabilities offer the potential for teams to work smarter and more efficiently than ever before, but they can put huge pressure on IT and security teams to ensure company data remains secure without hindering forward progress. Microsoft 365 tools allow you to do this.

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Customer story: Steelcase

Steelcase believes that optimizing office space for productivity can fuel employee engagement. That's why they monitor customer office space and provide feedback on how to manufacture a productive work environment. To analyze IoT data, they receive real-time reporting from Azure to create actionable insights for customers. You can do the same. At Tabarin Consulting, we can help you integrate solutions that help you get the most from your IoT data. Contact us to learn more.

Customer Story: SitePro - part 4

SitePro is harnessing the power of technology through the IoT and cloud capabilities to help their customers create safer, more efficient work environments.

Defend, protect, secure. IT heroes in action.

Walk through a week in the life of IT professionals to see the variety of work they do each day to address threats and protect your organization.

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Thursday, March 07, 2019

Three reasons why Windows Server and SQL Server customers continue to choose Azure

For the past 25 years, companies of every size have trusted Windows Server and SQL Server to run their business-critical workloads. In fact, more than 70 percent of on-premises server workloads today run on Windows Server.

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Protect your data in files, apps, and devices, within and across an organization

In addition to protecting endpoints, Microsoft believes in protecting data, starting at its very inception. Check out the strategies and tools they have to keep data protected across all scenarios in this informational document.

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Wednesday, March 06, 2019

Don't Miss Another Post from Tabarin Consulting

The cloud changes the way small businesses gets stuff done. Sign up for emails that keep you posted on how we can help your company grow.

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6 Tips For Tech Executives' Success In Today's World Of Technology

Gartner projected that close to $216 billion in IT spending will graduate to the cloud by 2020. Microsoft cloud services provide businesses with on-premises hardware the ability to transition to the cloud seamlessly. Collect, distribute, and analyze data with ease across the cloud while maintaining your on-premises assets, and analyze your data with AI without bringing it to the cloud. At Tabarin Consulting, we want you to have the best of both worlds. Contact us to find out more.

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15 Ways Leaders Can Promote Creativity In The Workplace

At Tabarin Consulting, we know that fostering creativity is vital to your organization. It drives productivity and employee satisfaction while allowing your business to innovate and differentiate in new and exciting ways. Having the right tools to encourage creativity is just as important as the desire to promote it. With Office 365, your employees have access to a vast set of tools to express their creativity. Contact us to find out how we can help your business integrate Office 365.

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Infographic: Edit files offline with Office 365

One more reason to love #Office365: Microsoft Word, everyone's favorite word-processing program, is compatible with all your apps.

The Microsoft Cloud gives insight into every swing

At Tabarin Consulting, transforming your business to meet modern demands is not an easy task. That's why we constantly offer you solutions to innovate, integrate, and achieve success. The PGA Tour does all three on a daily basis with Microsoft cloud computing. With affordable pricing, amazing compute power, and hybrid integration capabilities, your organization can transition to the cloud, too, and do it at your own speed. Watch this video and contact us to find out more.

Tuesday, March 05, 2019

Football, Teamwork and Technology: California School for the Deaf

Good communication is vital for every organization. At Tabarin Consulting, we want you to have the best communication within your organization possible. At the California School for the Deaf, they use Microsoft Surface with Office 365 to review and create plays then disseminate them to the players. It's brought a new level of communication that allows them to win big. Imagine what it could do for your organization. Contact us to find out more.

Bringing digital transformation to the supply chain with Azure IoT Suite

When a problem affects the supply chain of your organization, customers and future sales could be in jeopardy. That's why it's important to know what's going on with your equipment. With connected devices, you have access to data like never before so you can prevent issues before they become problems. At Tabarin Consulting, we want to help you integrate IoT into your business operations today. Contact us to learn more.

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Customer Story: SitePro - part 3

This week, delve deeper into the multiple service offerings from Azure that allow SitePro to run their entire turnkey application from this single platform.

Connect your business with IoT. Get started with Microsoft IoT!

Why should you adopt the Internet of Things? Imagine knowing you need to fix your equipment before it fails, gaining fast insight from every device to feed your understanding of the constantly evolving situation. That's the power of IoT. Drive transformation within your business and get the help you need with Tabarin Consulting. We have years of experience with connected devices for businesses just like yours. Contact us today to learn more.

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Customer Story: BP deploys Microsoft 365 to improve user experience and security

BP recognizes the significance of cybersecurity to their business and the importance of continual digital transformation to remain competitive. To accomplish both simultaneously, they implemented Microsoft 365 Enterprise E5, getting the best of Microsoft tools with an integrated security system that's simple and easy for all employees to use.

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Thursday, February 28, 2019

33 Ways to Use Technology In Your Small Business

Small business owners who use technology have an edge. These small business technology ideas will get you started on the path to productivity.

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10 Myths about moving to the cloud: What businesses really need to know about moving to Microsoft Office 365

At Tabarin Consulting, we know that most companies that choose to move to the cloud do so because they have decided they need it for business agility and want the cost savings that come with it. How can you know whether you're making the right move? This e-book will address the inconsistencies you've encountered in your research and bust myths surrounding cloud adoption. Because you need to know the facts in order to make an informed decision.

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Wednesday, February 27, 2019

Microsoft Office 2016 product guide

Ever wonder how you can get the most out of Office 365? At Tabarin Consulting, we know you're constantly looking to decrease friction within your organization. In many cases, the technology you already employ may be the answer. With an upgrade to Office 2016, your organization can benefit from a host of new and amazing collaborative features. Read this Office 2016 product guide for tips and tricks that will maximize your collaborative yield. Contact us so we can help you upgrade today.

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Experience a New Level of Freedom with Office 365

Tabarin Consulting takes a deeper look at how Microsoft Office 365 helps Bryce McDonald, a solo entrepreneur who runs DAY 1 Wake, a wakesurf board making business, scale his home-based business out to the world. Office 365 gives Bryce a new level of freedom that he didn't have previously because the cloud-based app lets him access, edit, and share documents from anywhere on any of his devices.

Top 5 benefits of moving to the cloud now

Cloud computing is now a requirement for many businesses. At Tabarin Consulting, we understand that the changing market means your company will have to transform as well. That's why we bring you solutions to help with that transition. By moving to the cloud, you can increase your security and reduce costs. But those aren't the only reasons why moving to the cloud can transform and enhance your business. There's a reason why 80% of the Fortune 500 companies have made the transition with Microsoft Azure.

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O365 cost-saving guidance for midsize companies

At Tabarin Consulting, we don't want you to be paying more than you have to for your IT solutions. That's why we offer Office 365 solutions that can save you significant sums of money each year. Starting with an average savings of $11,000 in hardware and software deployment costs annually, the amounts go up considerably from there. With $30,000 in savings for administrative costs and up to $60,000 in savings from vendor displacement across a host of areas, these savings are real.

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4 Enterprise IoT Scenarios to Jumpstart Your Connected Devices Strategy

As more and more companies migrate to the cloud, and businesses start to evaluate IoT solutions, there are a few scenarios that can help them jumpstart their connected devices strategy. BI, remote monitoring, centralized command, and control to name a few are some scenarios you can use to jumpstart your strategy. At Tabarin Consulting, we have years of experience helping businesses just like yours to adopt, implement, and optimize IoT solutions that can drive transformation. Contact us to learn more.

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Tuesday, February 26, 2019

SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 end of support is coming

Sadly, all things must come to an end. With end of support coming up for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2, use this document to help you make a smooth transition and learn about the new features arriving with SQL Server 2017 and Azure SQL Database Managed Instance.

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Discover threats quickly, remediate immediately, and mitigate the impact of malware and breaches

Technology is not static, and neither, therefore, are the methods cybercriminals can use to gain access to company networks or data. In light of this, an effective security system is one that can learn and react to new threats as they come. Discover the powerful combination of Microsoft tools that provide a comprehensive security strategy for your business.

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Customer story: Shell invests in safety with Azure

Smoking and wrong fueling procedures are just some of the safety concerns for Shell retail locations. In the past, Shell couldn't analyze the hours of video footage that were logged daily. But now, with the help of Azure, they can analyze in real time and make safety adjustments as appropriate. You can access this same tech, and at Tabarin Consulting, we want to help you integrate it. We can help you connect your devices and gain real insight from your data to drive change within your organization. Contact us today to learn more.

The total economic impact of Microsoft Azure SQL Database managed instance

What is the economic impact of switching from an on-premises SQL Server to Azure? Microsoft asked Forrester to find out. Four client interviews later, the results are in: See how you can save by switching to Azure!

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Breaches happen. Learn how to protect your organization.

Check out this infographic to learn the three most commonly used inroads into your system and how best to secure your data from each strategy.

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Thursday, February 21, 2019

Don't Miss Another Post from Tabarin Consulting

IT is revolutionizing the way small businesses get stuff done. Sign up for emails that keep you posted on how IT can help your company grow.

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Inside Office 365

No Internet connection? No problem! #Office365 lets you access and edit documents from anywhere, anytime--online or offline.

Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Announcing new options for SQL Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 End of Support

This article outlines the end of support timeline for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 and Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2, as well as options and recommendations for current users moving forward.

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The Next Phase Of The Cloud Computing Revolution Is Here

Cloud computing is here to stay. While you may not think your organization is ready for the journey, if ease of access to data, improving your security, and realizing huge savings on your IT budget weren't enough, with Microsoft Azure, you can easily migrate some or all of your data to the cloud depending on your needs. There's no need to migrate everything, giving you the ability to create a phased approach to adopting the cloud. That's Azure empowering you to transform your business.

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7 Game-Changing Collaboration Tools Your Team Needs Now

At Tabarin Consulting, we know that whiteboards, video conferencing, and AI are all drivers of collaboration in the modern workplace. Finding the right solution to provide these capabilities is another story. Luckily there's Office 365. With Skype, users can video conference and whiteboard, and with machine learning and AI woven into almost every aspect of Office 365, users can leverage more compute power than ever before. Contact us to find out how.

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Rise from the depths: Azure cloud services empower organizations to transform

Oceaneering International's vessel can generate up to 10 TBs of data every day. Putting that data into the hands of their customers used to take 7 months. Now with the help of Azure cloud services, they can upload data to the cloud in a matter of days. Azure has transformed Oceaneering International for the better. Imagine the savings that you could realize within your own organization by integrating Azure.

Treating childhood blindness, halfway around the world

At Tabarin Consulting, we know how important productivity and collaboration are to your business. That's why we strive to bring you the best opportunities to integrate cost-saving, collaborative solutions to your organization. Doctors in LA are helping kids all over the world through their collaborative efforts with Skype. Kids are seeing for the first time thanks to this amazing solution; imagine what it could do for your organization. Contact us to find out more.

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

A breach is inevitable. How can Microsoft help me detect and respond fast?

An all too familiar scenario: A single click in a phishing email and hackers are into a network, resulting in a ransomware request and an uneasy feeling. Learn what tools Microsoft 365 E5 has in its arsenal to ensure this isn't you.

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The Right Secure Hardware for your IoT Deployment

To truly drive innovation, you need a safe, flexible, and feature-rich platform to expand and grow your IT operations. Finding that platform and incorporating it into your IT system can be challenging. At Tabarin Consulting, we have helped businesses to find, plan, and employ the right IoT devices and solutions to meet their constantly growing needs. Contact us today to find out more on how we can help you bring your business to the edge of modern IoT possibilities.

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How IoT Can Help Your Organization Keep Customers Coming Back for More

Staying in control of your IoT assets is important. That's why you should have the industry-leading data protection features and standards of Azure IoT Central. It acts as a single pane of glass for your enterprise IoT and gives you the connectivity to drive transformation. It's not always easy adopting new solutions; that's why you should consult the experts at Tabarin Consulting. We have years of experience helping firms like yours to optimize their IT operations. Contact us to learn more.

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Customer Story: SitePro video 2

Watch SitePro combine on-site data and Azure to bring value and efficiency to their customers' site management operations.

Customer Story: Guarding university data with a holistic security model

Watch the University of Arizona, in partnership with Microsoft, tackle the challenges of revamping a new, secure Active Directory system and move both students and staff to Office 365.

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Thursday, February 14, 2019

Tech Leaders Look To IoT, AI & Robotics To Fuel Growth Through 2021

21% of tech leaders in the UK, 20% in Japan, and 16% in the US lead all other nations in their plans for IoT to digitally transform their businesses by 2021. How are you ensuring your business is up to date and ready to leverage the new and exciting tech coming down the pipeline? At Tabarin Consulting, we have years of experience helping businesses just like yours to plan and adopt IoT infrastructures and solutions so you can get the most out of technology. Contact us today for more.

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Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Could Your Business Survive the Next Hurricane Harvey?

Would your business have survived Hurricane Harvey or Irma? Take the time to craft a disaster plan that protects your employees, your data and your company's future.

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Microsoft 365 Business | FAQs

Ever wondered what Microsoft 365 Business is? Or who should adopt it? At Tabarin Consulting, we know that you may have a lot of questions about the solutions we provide you, that's why we've put together this Office 365 Business FAQs guide.

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Cloud computing will be a gold mine in the post-COVID era

Companies needed to embrace change as the COVID-19 pandemic brought new challenges and continues to have a multi-sector impact on nations, b...