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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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...