Information Technology

Data Sales Co., a provider of lease financing and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), has proudly announced the start of its 50th year in business

May 2, 2022

On May 5, 2022, Data Sales Co. will kick off its 50th anniversary celebration at its Burnsville, MN headquarters. Festivities continue throughout the year with customer, employee and family events. The company announced its 500-hour “Give Back” volunteer initiative, a continuation of previous company programs. Through this paid time off, nearly 100 employees will work 500 hours to benefit the local communities and neighbors of both Burnsville, MN and Scottsdale, AZ.

Viavi signs lease for new global headquarters in Chandler

February 25, 2022

Viavi Solutions, a tech company that shifted its head office from California to Arizona in 2021, is expanding its footprint in Chandler after realizing it needs more space than it originally anticipated. Viavi Solutions bought a 104,000-square-foot space at the Chandler Airport Commerce Center just south of the airport last year, with the original intent of housing both its global headquarters and manufacturing operations in the facility.

Involta expands enterprise connectivity in tech-focused Tucson with addition of Cogent Communications

February 24, 2022

Involta, an industry-leading hybrid IT, cloud computing, and data center services company, is pleased to announce Tier 1 internet service provider Cogent Communications has deployed a new Point of Presence (PoP) in the company’s Tucson data center. The new PoP adds to this high-performance facility’s connectivity options providing leading Tucson healthcare, manufacturing and financial services organizations access to one of the top five backbone networks in the world.

TechFocus Member Spotlight Podcast: Jim Buie, President of Involta

February 14, 2022

For the last 15 years, Involta has brought reliable and secure IT solutions to clients nationwide through innovative hybrid IT services. Hear from Jim Buie, President of Involta, about their commitment to both clients and local communities — delivering personalized IT solutions to healthcare, manufacturing and the financial sectors.

TechFocus Member Spotlight with Craig Jackman, Co-Founder and President of Paragon IT Professionals

February 3, 2022

Hear from Craig Jackman, co-founder and President of Paragon IT Professionals, about its approach to providing IT staffing and tech solutions for a rapidly changing tech landscape. Paragon develops tailored tech solutions — ranging from staffing, software solutions, project services to dedicated services — based on the client’s specific needs.

TechFocus Member Spotlight with Karl Bickmore, CEO of Snap Tech IT

October 28, 2021

On this TechFocus Member Spotlight Podcast, as Karl Bickmore, CEO of Snap Tech IT, walks us through the history of CMMC. He discusses why it’s mission-critical to our national supply chain and how he and his teams are helping companies of all sizes across the US zero in on what’s essential for their plan towards CMMC certification.

Arizona Technology Council, Partnership for Economic Innovation and Pipeline AZ Collaborate to Solve Arizona’s Tech-Talent Shortage

September 17, 2021

The Arizona Technology Council, in collaboration with Pipeline AZ and the Partnership for Economic Innovation, today launched the Arizona IT/Cyber Career Network, a scalable, online platform that connects employers with technology talent in the state’s IT and cybersecurity sector.

Snap Tech IT outlines 5 critical IT practices aerospace manufacturing subcontractors should follow

May 11, 2021

In this featured guest blog, Snap Tech IT Chief Executive Officer Karl Bickmore discusses the shift in the IT practices of aerospace manufacturing sub-contractors, and outlines the top five ways aerospace manufacturing subcontractors can improve their IT practices.

Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation launches Cybersecurity and IT Externship Rotation

April 17, 2021

The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation is excited to launch its Summer Virtual Cybersecurity and IT Externship Rotation. This is a structured two-week program containing a cohort of participants from across Arizona, including high school, community college, university students and veterans who will rotate through industry experiences provided by multiple and diverse businesses.

UAT Professor Aaron Jones: Protecting against data breaches

April 4, 2021

Facebook is not omnipotent nor all powerful, and their ability to protect user data is relegated to their own servers and really goes no further. Individuals who suspect or discover their data has been breached should continue to follow best practices including, not providing additional information to callers if asked for things like social security number or to confirm date of birth. They should also closely monitor their credit report and be suspicious of unsolicited emails, phone calls, or other forms of communication.

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