Event Wrap-Up: Cloudview Solutions Executive Lunch

Broadview Networks introduced their Cloudview Solutions division on Tuesday, June 26th, 2012 at 529 Wellington. Executives from Winnipeg attended the event to learn about how cloud commuting will take their company to the next level. They also had the opportunity to discuss: Cloudview Solutions Public vs. Private Cloud IBM Cloud Solutions (Back-Up, Disaster Recovery, Co-Location and PureFlex Systems Microsoft Cloud Solutions ( Office 365 and Private Cloud) Join us on Facebook to view all the event photos. Our upcoming event, "The Next Generation of Cloud Productivity" is on Thursday, August 2nd, 2012 and will focus on Microsoft Office 365. Don’t miss this opportunity to see the features and benefits of Office 365 in action—and how this next-generation, cloud-based service can help you transform your organization. Stay tuned for more information.

Broadview Networks Earns IBM Premier Business Partner Membership

Broadview Networks has officially achieved the higer IBM PartnerWorld membership level of Premier. Premier Business Partners have demonstrated superior skills and market success. They actively collaborate with IBM to deliver significant client value through innovative solutions. Our benefits have expanded as a result of our efforts and we are excited to share them with our clients.

Please check out our IBM Premier Business Partner page for more information.

Broadview Entertainment Review

Broadview Networks appreciates each and every one of our clients. To show our sincere appreciation we take our clients to a variety of concerts and Winnipeg Jets games throughout the year.

Some of the concerts we have had the pleasure to attend include: Van Halen, the Black Keys, Roger Waters and Bryan Adams.

We are also lucky enough to have rink side tickets to every Winnipeg Jets Game.

If you are interested in attending a specific concert or Winnipeg Jets game please feel free to contact us.

Event Wrap-Up: Manitoba Information Technology Workshop

On Wednesday, May 30th, 2012 Broadview Networks and Seccuris partnered to host the first annual Manitoba Information Technology Workshop at the Delta Hotel Winnipeg.

The day long event featured a variety of hands-on workshops and presentations that touched on the following:

• Microsoft Customer Immersion Experience with Office 365
• Seccuris Security Enterprise Architecture
• IBM Cloud Solutions
• McAfee Enterprise Security Roadmap
• NetIQ Identity Management
• Fortinet Unified Threat Management

Over one hundred information technology professionals attended the event to learn about the latest technologies. They also had the opportunity to enjoy breakfast, lunch, cocktials and prizes throughout the day.
Visit our Facebook page to view the pictures from the event.

Microsoft Customer Immersion Experience

The Microsoft Customer Immersion Experience (CIE) demonstrates to our customers and prospects the value of the 2010 Microsoft Productivity Platform across the business productivity infrastructure capabilities. The CIE provides customers with a hands-on environment, and the opportunity to play an active role in high-level business scenarios that focus on integrated, functional and out-of-the-box features. It’s a real-life user experience that immerses the customer in the technology, encourages discussion about how to use it in their organization, and helps them to discover the right set of products and solutions for their business.



What is CIE? Test Drive the best productivity experience across PC, Phone & Browser. The CIE provides a facilitated, hands-on environment where business and IT decision makers test drive Microsoft technologies including Office 365, Office, Exchange, SharePoint, Lync, Project, Visio, Windows, Windows Phone and Dynamics CRM.

Why should you participate in a CIE? Unlike traditional product presentations and demos, the CIE puts you in the driver’s seat for a rich, interactive experience. It is a unique opportunity to explore Microsoft’s Office applications by role playing in a “true-to-life” environment. Discover the right solutions for your business and experience the “future of productivity”. The CIE is an end-to-end story that covers off the below topics in a three hour session hosted by a CIE facilitator.

Be Productive on the go- Experience how to effectively manage personal and work-related e-mail, calendar and documents from anywhere with Windows Phone. Also, learn about unique benefits of Office mobile, including mobile access to up-to-date documents.

Stay on top of your inbox- Explore the unique benefits of Outlook 2010 to effectively manage an increasingly demanding Inbox. And learn about the Outlook integration with Dynamics CRM, SharePoint to get more down in less time.

Communicate in real time- Explore Microsoft’s unified communications bringing together IM/presence, voice, video, conferencing and applications sharing. Also, experience contextual communications right from Outlook, CRM or any presence enabled application. Learn how easy is to find and communicate with people using integrated search capabilities.

Gain business insights- Showcase how to optimize a project portfolio and analyze complex and voluminous
data using self-service and familiar Office tools.

Create content collaboratively- Showcase enhanced document management and real time co-authoring of documents with Office & Share Point.

Connect with customers- Explore the use of integrated Outlook calendaring and unified communications tools to connect with customers and partners externally.
Call us today to get your business strategy underway.

Broadview Networks is an IT Consulting firm specializing in Microsoft professional services, Dell, virtualization, security, systems management, enterprise storage, disaster recovery, and network core infrastructure. Our approach has resulted in positive customer referrals enabling Broadview to be recognized as one of "Manitoba's 50 Fastest Growing Companies" and one of "Canada's Fastest Growing Companies".

Contact us to arrange for an initial no-cost discussion with a Systems Consultant.

Microsoft Learning Partner

Whether your organization wants to learn a new Microsoft technology, prepare for Microsoft Certification or increase your organizations overall skill set, Broadview Networks can help you achieve your training goals. This is because Broadview is a Certified Microsoft Learning Partner. If you need training on Microsoft technologies, always look for the official Microsoft Learning Partner logo.

As a Microsoft Learning Partner, Broadview is:

Credible, valuable, trustworthy- Microsoft requires that Broadview demonstrates expertise as leading providers of
comprehensive learning solutions on Microsoft technologies, resulting in customer satisfaction among individuals and companies
that use Broadview for training.

First to market with the latest Microsoft- approved course materials— Broadview provides the most comprehensive selection of learning solutions on Microsoft technologies.

Breadth of solutions- Broadview offers a breadth of solutions to suit your training needs, from classroom training to distance learning.

Benefits:

Improve efficiency and productivity- Broadview can help you get the most out of your organization’s technology investment;
your employees will gain a level of proficiency with Microsoft technologies in just one to five days.

Prepare for deployment- Research shows that 40 percent of operational downtime is due to operator error, attributable to a significant lack of training on core systems. Skilled training available through Broadview can help companies accelerate new Microsoft technology deployments and reduce downtime. You’ll get the most out of your technology investments without having to rely on consultants.

Employee development, recruiting, and retention- Training and certification are effective methods for measuring how well team members can work with specific technologies, hardware, and software.

Software Assurance- Broadview can offer clients free IT training from Microsoft and access to E-Learning, a series of interactive online training tools for users. This training can only be taken at a Microsoft Certified Partner for Learning Solutions like Broadview Networks.

Conference Wrap-Up: Riding the Wave of Change

On Thursday, May 10th and Friday May 11th 2012 Broadview Networks and Dell participated in the annual two day National and Education and Technology Conference, "Riding the Wave of Change" in Gimli, Manitoba.

This annual conference brings presenters from across Canada and the United States to cover the many timely issues in technology and education. Presenters regularly include both technology and education experts dealing with such subjects as multimedia, Internet and infusing ICT into the classroom.

Broadview Networks and Dell presented two sessions titled, "Mobile Device Management."  As schools begin to embrace mobile devices for teaching and learning purposes, they need an efficient way to securely and reliably manage those devices - without adding more IT staff or overburdening data center resources. Broadview Networks and Dell offer systems management options that can help your school district integrate mobile learning into daily teaching practices.

Broadview Networks looks forward to next years conference.

Manitoba Information Technology Workshop

Broadview Networks invites you to:
 
Manitoba Information Technology Workshop Broadview Networks and Seccuris have partnered to host a day long workshop focused on the latest industry-leading information technologies and solutions to help your organization increase business productivity while maintaining the security of your IT assets. The workshop is designed for both the business executives and IT professionals within your organization and has separate tracks for each. Both tracks have a variety of engaging sessions ranging from hands-on activities to presentations. 

There will be a variety of Key Note Speakers throughout the day. The featured vendors are Microsoft, IBM, McAfee, Fortinet and NetIQ.

Discussion will cover:

• Microsoft Customer Immersion Experience with Office 365
• Seccuris Security Enterprise Architecture
• IBM Cloud Solutions
• McAfee Enterprise Security Roadmap
• NetIQ Identity Management
• Fortinet Unified Threat Management

Join us for a fully catered and informative event.

REGISTER HERE

Event Wrap-Up: Western Canada Information Security Conference

The ISACA Winnipeg Chapter hosted the 2012 Western Canada Information Security Conference at the Winnipeg Convention Centre on Thursday, April 26th, 2012. Broadview Networks was a bronze sponsor of the event.

The mission of the conference was to educate and expand the knowledge and skills of members in the field of information technology and security, to encourage and foster the free exchange of information, techniques, and best practices. This conference offers a forum that allows members of the IT and security community to discuss information technology and security related issues or topics and to gain knowledge through the experience of others. In addition the conference facilitates knowledge through presentations by leading technology providers in the field of Information Technology and security with the intent of keeping IT and security professionals abreast of current trends in Information Technology and security.

Broadview looks forward to other conferences, tradeshows and forums coming up over the next month!

Broadview Networks Recognized as one of Canada's Leading Technology Companies

Broadview Networks is listed as one of the “The Top 250 Canadian ICT Companies” by Branham300. This is Broadview’s third consecutive year on the list. The “Top 250 Canadian ICT Companies” is the definitive listing of Canada's top technology companies, as ranked by annual revenues. This year’s Branham300 data illustrates that many of Canada’s ICT elite turned the corner in 2011 and changed gears from survival to growth mode.

The 2012 Branham300 appears in the April/May issue of Backbone Magazine, which was distributed with the Globe and Mail in major metropolitan cities across Canada. The lists are also published on the Branham300 website.

“We are honored that our efforts have been recognized by Branham300 as one of Canada’s Leading Technology Companies.” said Michael Orloff, President of Broadview Networks. “We are dedicated to leading the industry while continuously expanding the knowledge and skill set of our team.”

For nearly 20 years, the Branham300 has highlighted the top Canadian and Multinational ICT companies operating in Canada. It illustrates the depth and breadth of innovative technologies developed in Canada and is widely considered to be a leading source of intelligence on Canada's ICT industry. The Branham300 list consists of the following major categories:

• Top 250 Canadian ICT Companies
• The Next 50 Canadian ICT Companies
• Top 25 ICT Multinational Companies operating in Canada
• Top 25 Up and Comer ICT Companies (category ranked on innovation/not revenue)

About Branham Group Inc.
Branham Group Inc. is a leading industry analyst and strategic consulting company servicing the global Information, Communication and Entertainment (ICE) Technology marketplace. Branham Group assists ICE Technology companies and related institutions in achieving market success through its custom consulting services (Planning, Marketing and Partnering), and through its multi-client research subscription programs (Digital Health, Green IT and Cloud).

About Broadview Networks
Broadview Networks is a System Integrator focused on creating and maintaining the essential IT infrastructure that businesses depend on. These components include network operating system, data storage, email, network connectivity and network security. Broadview has established itself as a trusted provider of quality IT solutions offering expertise and service. Working alongside both Technical and Business Professionals, Broadview's philosophy is one of collaboration and teamwork. Broadview has strategically built close relationships with a highly select group of Partners. From the strength of this Partner Community, Broadview delivers comprehensive IT Infrastructure solutions. For additional information visit Broadview Networks online at www.broadviewnetworks.ca

For more information:
Lindsay Fagundes, Marketing Specialist
Broadview Networks
204.984.9897
lindsay@broadviewnetworks.ca

Broadview Networks Named to Tech Data’s 10th Annual Circle of Excellence Awards

Tech Data Canada, a leading provider of IT products, logistics management and other value-added services, has announced the winners of its 10th Annual Circle of Excellence Awards. The awards program was developed to recognize resellers from across Canada that demonstrate excellence in revenue achievement, as well as dedication, commitment and leadership both in the channel and in partnership with Tech Data.

Broadview Networks was named to the 10th Annual Circle of Excellence Awards. Broadview was one of the twelve resellers who were recognized.

Tech Data’s executive team reviews nominees annually to evaluate such criteria as growth, partnership, electronic commerce integration and joint strategic initiatives.

“The importance of dedication and leadership cannot be understated,” explained Frank Haid, Vice President, Sales, Tech Data Canada. “In today’s world of the Cloud, you have to be extremely adaptable to changing technologies and ideologies while remaining fully committed to providing leadership and guidance to customers. All of this year’s recipients exemplify dedication and repeatedly provide ultimate value in the channel.”

Over the next several months, Tech Data executives will visit the winning reseller companies in each region to distribute the 2011 Circle of Excellence reseller awards. Recipients will also receive a commemorative glass plaque.

About Tech Data
Tech Data Corporation (Nasdaq:TECD) is one of the world's largest wholesale distributors of technology products. Its advanced logistics capabilities and value added services enable more than 125,000 resellers in more than 100 countries to efficiently and cost effectively support the diverse technology needs of end users. Tech Data generated $26.5 billion in net sales for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2012 and is ranked 109th on the Fortune 500®. To learn more, visit www.techdata.ca

About Broadview Networks
Broadview Networks is a System Integrator focused on creating and maintaining the essential IT infrastructure that businesses depend on. These components include network operating system, data storage, email, network connectivity and network security. Broadview has established itself as a trusted provider of quality IT solutions offering expertise and service. Working alongside both Technical and Business Professionals, Broadview's philosophy is one of collaboration and teamwork. Broadview has strategically built close relationships with a highly select group of Partners. From the strength of this Partner Community, Broadview delivers comprehensive IT Infrastructure solutions. For additional information visit Broadview Networks online at www.broadviewnetworks.ca

For more information:
Lindsay Fagundes, Marketing Specialist
Broadview Networks
204.984.9897
lindsay@broadviewnetworks.ca

Event Wrap-Up: Optimized Replication and Recovery - Wednesday, February 29, 2012

On Tuesday, February 28th, 2012 fourteen people from nine different companies gathered in the Broadview Networks boardroom to learn about Optimized Replication and Recovery, while enjoying a pasta bar provided by Deluca's.

Tyson Choptain, Executive Vice-President of Broadview presented on how Double-Take and Riverbed offer a wide range of solutions to meet the requirements of any organization. The solutions are economical, easy to use and can be customized for each organization.

Discussion covered:

• Recovery in less than 4 hours
• Site to cloud disaster recovery
• WAN optimized disaster recovery solutions
• Platform agnostic database replication
• Product briefing on Vision Solutions

The next Broadview Networks event sponsored by Lenovo is scheduled for Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 at 12 noon. Please stay tunned for more details.

Broadview Networks Forms Strategic Partnership with Barry McKay Consulting

Broadview Networks is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Barry McKay Consulting to provide all Broadview Media Services including website development, programming, graphic development and hosting.

Barry McKay Consulting will provide the same commitment to service excellence with the benefit of additional resources to serve you better. As an added benefit Sr. Programmer Steve Mann has moved over to Barry McKay Consulting allowing for a greater continuity of service.

“Broadview Networks is excited to partner with Barry McKay Consulting. This partnership reconfirms our commitment to provide our customers with service excellence, business value and innovative media solutions,” said Michael Orloff, President of Broadview Networks.

All development services will begin transition immediately with hosting services transitioned by March 1, 2012. A representative of Broadview Media and Barry McKay Consulting will be in contact shortly to discuss the transition process.

About Barry McKay Consulting
Barry McKay Consulting is a software development firm that specializes in custom web applications. They are available to serve your needs including website development, programming, graphic design and hosting. After twelve years in business it is their innovative solutions and dedication to their clients that have been key to their long term success.

About Broadview Networks
Broadview Networks is a System Integrator focused on creating and maintaining the essential IT infrastructure that businesses depend on. These components include network operating system, data storage, email, network connectivity and network security. Broadview has established itself as a trusted provider of quality IT solutions offering expertise and service. Working alongside both Technical and Business Professionals, Broadview's philosophy is one of collaboration and teamwork. Broadview has strategically built close relationships with a highly select group of Partners. From the strength of this Partner Community, Broadview delivers comprehensive IT Infrastructure solutions.
For additional information visit Broadview Networks online at broadviewnetworks.ca

For more information:
Lindsay Fagundes, Marketing Specialist
Broadview Networks
204.984.9897
lindsay@broadviewnetworks.ca