Nashville Technology Council

SOCIAL NETWORKS CAN BE ANTI-SOCIAL FOR YOUR COMPUTER
Don’t let bad apps or bad people into your life by sharing too much

One of the biggest growth areas for Facebook in the past year is with the baby boomers that have found that the social network site allows old friends back into their lives. A Nashville company wants you to think about whom Facebook is allowing into your computer that may negatively impact your life. iNet Strategy has been providing IT solutions to businesses for the past decade but founder and CEO Robert Morris has become alarmed lately at what he has seen on Facebook that can cause people problems. “I saw an old acquaintance on Facebook and among his pictures was a copy of his driver’s license that had been scanned” Morris commented recently. “That’s an extreme instance of opening yourself up, but there are many ways that Facebook opens up your computer to intruders. People are also unsure about the privacy/security settings on Facebook.” The IT solutions firm for businesses figured that they had the expertise to help with the problem.

iNet Strategy has now made its Live Support service available to the public. The support service was formerly just to aid their many business clients, but now the Microsoft Gold Certified Partner is helping people figure out what in the world wide web has gotten into their lives. With Facebook being a “social” network people are tempted to be open and sociable with information that they share but there will always be those waiting to take advantage. Morris says that some of the fun and games that people enjoy can be anything but fun and games if the wrong person is on the other side of the connection. “Some of the fan applications for sports teams or enhancements to games that are played on the platform are nothing but ways for people with bad intentions to get into your computer” says Morris. Through the iNet Strategy website the company has live support representatives available to help. “If your shortcut to get your barn built has made your whole computer run slower, then you might need our help to fix the problem,” says the CEO. Experienced computer technicians are available on line to remotely fix any of your computer problems from spyware, viruses, security issues or just helping you figure out how to make your Facebook account more secure from leaking your personal data and information. You will only pay for the time that techs are actually working on your machine. The service can be reached at www.inetstrategy.com and clicking on the “chat with a live agent” icon or you can leave a message and arrange for a representative to get back to you at a convenient time.

Your computer and the various on-line services can open up a world of possibilities for you. Don’t let those same services open up your computer to the world of bad guys out there. Safeguard your personal information with help from the IT experts at iNet Strategy,

About iNet Strategy:
iNet Strategy is a privately owned Information Technology Professional and Master Managed Services firm headquartered in the Middle Tennessee market since 1996. Additionally, thru nationwide service partners iNet delivers onsite IT solutions to customers throughout the nation.

iNet Strategy focuses on gaining a solid understanding of your business challenges, and is committed to your organization’s success. iNet Strategy provides solutions for companies of varying sizes and needs at very competitive rates and their vast experience covers a broad range of eCommerce and network solutions across a variety of industries.

In the past 10 years iNet Strategy has deployed over $100 million in IT projects and in the past 5 years applications developed for clients have processed 234 million patient prescription refills!

For more information go to www.inetstrategy.com or contact Robert Morris, CEO at 615-835-4305

Dustin Maske, Tennessee Sales Manager

How long have you been in business in Nashville?
Insight Global, Inc was founded in Atlanta, GA in 2001. The company has grown to be recognized as one of the premier staffing firms in the United States and has office locations in 21 major markets nationwide, as well as a presence in Canada. We opened our Nashville office in December of 2007.

What does your company or organization do best?
Insight Global is one of the fastest growing providers of information technology (IT) staffing solutions in North America. The company has fueled its exceptional growth and market share gains with a proven model built upon superior execution and a relentless focus on client acquisition and service. Insight Global fills nearly 10,000 IT staffing placements each year for a diverse range of Fortune 1000 corporations. We focus on creating long-term partnerships with our clients and do whatever it takes to meet their needs. The company was recognized in 2006 and 2007 as the fastest growing IT Staffing Company in the United States by the “Staffing Industry Analysts”. Insight Global was ranked in 2009 as the 4th fastest growing IT Staffing firm, the 57th largest Staffing firm across all staffing sectors, and the 14th largest IT Staffing firm in the United States.

What is one interesting fact about your company?
We are proud of the fact that since our inception, all of our growth has been organic and all promotions have come from within the organization. Each branch of Insight Global operates exactly like the corporate headquarters in Atlanta, however they are not franchised locations. This business model has played an integral role in developing a culture that fosters hard work, superior customer service, effective responsiveness, a deep care for our clients, our employees and the overall welfare of the company. It also allows for full company collaboration regardless of the original location of the request.

What new technology product or service are you the most excited about?
As a technical staffing firm, we are constantly staying on top of and working with new products for client needs across North America. We work hand in hand with consultants who are at the top of their game and are trained in the latest technologies. It is exciting to be a part of an ever-changing and growing industry, and we enjoy working with the people at the forefront of the industry. Part of our job is adapting to whatever the “next big thing” is, whether that be R&D, implementation, design or support.

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?
I was able to spend some time with one of my heroes, Arnold Palmer. To speak with someone known for his outstanding character, generosity, and for making an incredibly successful career doing something he loved was inspiring. It was a pleasure to meet someone who has found so much success and still remains a man of great humility.

Donita Brown, MBA
Mediator
iMediateIT.com

How long have you been in business in Nashville?

Mediate IT has been in business a year.  I became Rule 31 Listed General Civil to mediate civil cases in May 2009 and have focused my practice in resolving information technology disputes.  In February 2010, I received my Rule 31 Listing, making me listed in both Family & Civil.  In addition to the Rule 31 listing, I have received training in elder mediation, have an accounting degree from Austin Peay State University, Masters in Business Administration from Belmont University, and have received a special accommodation from Belmont University for Negotiation & Mediation.

What does your company or organization do best?

Mediate IT helps companies settle their information technology disputes.   I have experience with multiple facets of the IT field and has led large system implementations and integrations as a Project Director, as well as participated as a team member. Having worked within Telecommunication Integrators for the Federal and State Governments and Telecommunication Departments of Fortune 500 companies, I understand the complexity of the information technology.

With a Masters of Business Administration from Belmont University in Nashville, TN a B.B.A in Accounting from Austin Peay State University (Clarksville, TN) I fully understand the business affects of technology decision and disputes.

What is one interesting fact about your company?

Mediate IT is one of only four mediation practices in the country that specializes in mediating information technology disputes.

What new technology product or service are you the most excited about?

I am excited to be among an elite group of mediation professionals and to offer this service to Tennessee.

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

I’m an avid hiker and had the opportunity to meet Doug McFalls, who was the winter caretaker of the Lodge at Mt. LeConte in the Smoky Mountains this past summer.  Mt. Leconte is the third highest peak in the Great Smoky National Park and the Lodge is open from March through October.  Doug stayed at the Lodge during the winter months and blogged about his experience being the winter caretaker through the use of an air card and solar panel powered laptop.  It was amazing to see the pictures of my favorite place on Earth covered in 3-4 feet of snow.

Adtec Digital Introduces Next Generation
Total Contribution Solutions at NAB 2010

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — Adtec Digital will introduce next generation Total Contribution solutions at the 2010 NAB Show April 12-15, 2010 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Booth SU3905.

Adtec Digital won TV Technology STAR awards in 2009 for the innovative mediaHUB-HD422 contribution encoder and in 2008 for the Total ATSC distribution, compression, multiplexing and PSIP solution featuring the mediaHUB-HD Pro. At NAB 2010, Adtec will unveil new contribution encoder and receiver products that will provide unparalleled value.

“Our strategy is quite simple. At an amazing value, deliver a product with legendary Adtec reliability for the most demanding contribution applications. Make it easy to use, intuitive, automatic, and guarantee it works,” said Kevin Ancelin, President.

“We are pleased that after just two years of focus on the contribution compression segment, we have delivered thousands of error free contribution feeds for the most demanding clients and events worldwide,” Ancelin said. “With our passion for products, excellence in engineering, mind for value, excellent customer service and a small army of customers supporting our development, Adtec has clearly changed the contribution compression segment globally.”

Adtec Digital will hold a press conference Tuesday, April 13 at 9:30 a.m. in booth SU3905 to showcase the new Total Contribution solutions, including the EN-80 and EN-40 encoder/modulators and RD-60 integrated receiver decoder (IRD).

The EN-80 DSNG/contribution encoder/modulator supports high definition and standard definition MPEG 2 and MPEG 4 AVC/H.264 with 420 and 422 encoding. The EN-80 encodes both MPEG 2 and MPEG 4 AVC/H.264 video with 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 chroma sampling. It boasts four pairs of stereo audio including MPEG 1 Layer 2 and Dolby AC3 audio encoding. Passthrough support includes PCM, DolbyE/2.0/5.1 and Linear Acoustic Stream Stacker. The EN-80 supports redundant AC or DC dual-power supplies, enhanced control and monitoring via SNMP and browser. The EN-80 allows concurrent encoding and streaming to IP, ASI and L-Band. The optional Newtec DVBS/S2 modulator supports modulation from QPSK up to 32APSK.

The EN-40 DSNG encoder/modulator supports standard definition MPEG 2 and MPEG 4 AVC/H.264 with 420 and 422 encoding. The EN-40 encodes both MPEG 2 and MPEG 4 AVC/H.264 video with 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 chroma sampling. It boasts four pairs of stereo audio including MPEG 1 Layer 2 and Dolby AC3 audio encoding. Passthrough support includes PCM, DolbyE/2.0/5.1 and Linear Acoustic Stream Stacker. The EN-40 supports redundant AC or DC dual-power supplies, enhanced control and monitoring via SNMP and browser. The EN-40 allows concurrent encoding and streaming to IP, ASI and L-Band. The optional Newtec DVBS/S2 modulator supports modulation from QPSK up to 32APSK.

The RD-60 integrated receiver decoder (IRD) supports MPEG 2 and MPEG 4 AVC/H.264 platforms with 420 and 422 high and standard definition decoding. The RD-60 decodes both MPEG 2 and MPEG 4 AVC/H.264 video with 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 chroma sampling. It boasts four pairs of stereo audio including MPEG 1 Layer 2, Dolby AC3/5.1, HE-AAC, AAC-LC audio decoding. Passthrough support includes PCM, DolbyE/2.0/5.1and Linear Acoustic Stream Stacker. The RD-60 supports redundant AC or DC dual-power supplies, enhanced control and monitoring via SNMP and browser. Standard inputs include IP and ASI with optional dual DVBS/S2 tuner demodulator supporting Q/8PSK. An optional high end Newtec DVBS/S2 tuner demodulator supporting QPSK up to 32APSK is available.

For more than 80 years, the NAB Show has been an essential destination that is synonymous with next-generation technology, education and insight. Attracting more than 80,000 digital media professionals, the NAB Show fosters the convergence of industries the world turns to for information and entertainment. For more information, visit www.nabshow.com.

Adtec Digital is a leading provider of hardware and software solutions for contribution, distribution, studio, commercial insertion and professional video playback applications. Adtec develops equipment and solutions for Standard and High Definition MPEG 2 and MPEG 4 AVC compression, multiplexing, decoding, ad insertion, playback and data management. With more than 24 years of industry experience, Adtec offers value, rock solid reliability, excellent support, and innovative technology that trends the industry and provides growth for customers. For more information, visit www.adtecinc.com.

An Interview with Dex Imaging
Brett Knight, Regional Applications Manager

How long have you been in business in Nashville?
6 years

What does your company or organization do best?
Leverage technology and equipment to meet the business needs, and solve the issues, that our partners face.

What is one interesting fact about your company?
Dex donates one third of all profits to charities and educational programs within the communities that we serve.

What new technology product or service are you the most excited about?
Index Data files, which is our electronic content management system.  This application allows for electronic storage of documents, and business information.  This leveraged with our custom workflow and electronic forms can really help a business achieve its efficiency goals and remain competitive.

How do you differentiate yourself from your leading competitors?
We focus on providing a total solution for businesses, from copiers and printers, to mailing equipment and print management, and applications and consulting.

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?
Mark Blaze, our Tennessee region’s General Manager.  Mark came to America from England by playing golf for the University of Memphis.

Axis Accounting Systems Adds Hans Stabell as New Senior Consultant

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — March 1, 2010— Brentwood-based Axis Accounting Systems, LLC, provider of IT consulting services and enterprise financial software announced today the addition of Hans Stabell as a new Senior Consultant.

Stabell comes to Axis most recently from D1 Technologies where he was the Director of Professional Services and oversaw the SAP Business One practice for the Brentwood-based firm. His prior experience also includes acting as a consultant for LBMC Technologies and ePartners, Inc., as well as implementing Oracle at First Source.

Stabell brings to Axis a wide range of industry expertise which he developed in previous positions during multiple implementations of Microsoft Dynamics GP and SAP Business One for companies including a distributor of farming equipment, a sound equipment distributor, a hospital equipment provider and a leading manufacturer of musical instruments. During these projects, Stabell consistently demonstrated his ability to increase efficiency, visibility, and reporting accuracy for his clients while reducing their project implementation times.

A native Norwegian, Stabell earned both his BA in Business Administration and his MBA from the University of Mississippi after a brief stint in the Norwegian Cavalry.

“I am thrilled to have Hans join our team,” says Greg Lemon, Axis President. “Hans comes to Axis with over a decade’s worth of experience in business consulting having worked with many of the major software publishers. Hans is well known for his technical ability as well as his commitment to customer service.”

About Axis Accounting Systems
Axis Accounting Systems, LLC is an IT consulting firm that assists growing companies with the selection, implementation and support of integrated accounting software, as well as solutions for budgeting and forecasting, customer relationship management (CRM), and document imaging and management. The firm’s consultants are Microsoft Certified with expertise in a variety of areas, from complex financial reporting to system design. For more information, call (615) 665-2545 or visit www.axisaccounting.com.

Austin Meibers
President
Conexess Group, LLC

How long have you been in business in Nashville?

Conexess was started in early 2009.  Amy Walter, Jerry Baker and I have over 25 years of combined experience in the IT Solutions Industry.

What does your company or organization do best?

Conexess has developed a low, fixed-margin for all contracts so there are no questions asked. We work hard at keeping our operating costs very low; therefore, we are able to attract the highest caliber consultants while paying them the highest salaries in the industry. In turn, this provides our clients with the best consultants for the most competitive prices. Our model ensures that our clients get the most qualified consultants every time.

What is one interesting fact about your company?

Conexess was founded in the spare bedroom of my apartment in Hillsboro Village off a loan from my grandmother.  Since then we have grown to about 15 people here in Nashville.

How do you differentiate yourself from other leading competitors?

We offer an agile and highly responsive service delivery model with a variety of options. We partner with our clients to determine the optimal delivery strategy based on their specific needs.

We offer various service models:

• Project-based solutions: Conexess manages project resources and budget, and ensures the success of the engagement
• Team augmentation services: We will staff your project team with quality professionals and share ownership for the success of the project
• Staff augmentation services: Conexess provides key resources to supplement client staff

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

Ted Lindsay – I grew up playing hockey in Michigan, so getting the chance to talk with an NHL legend was something I’ll never forget.

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John Bybee
Account Executive
AccuImage, LLC.

How long have you been in business in Nashville?

In 1996, AccuImage, LLC was founded as a business process consulting firm specializing in document and content management. We have evolved into a provider of integrated solutions that empowers our customers to gain the maximum value from their critical business information at every point in the information lifecycle. We specializes in the design, installation and support of document and content management, forms processing, automated workflow, invoice processing and data collection solutions. We value our cross-industry experience, having extensive design and implementation experience within financial services companies, manufacturing, retail, distribution, healthcare, government, accounts payable/accounts receivable, human resources, and a variety of specialized industries – both regionally and nationally.

What does your company or organization do best?

Our strong suite is the ability to provide our clients unparalleled insight on ways to efficiently capture, store and manage business-critical information. As a cutting-edge consultancy and systems integrator, we provide turnkey, proven solutions that maximize business productivity. Our team continually rises to the challenge of delivering best-of-breed strategies and solutions. We do this by keeping apprised of the latest and most successful business process improvement practices and by maintaining strategic partnerships with industry-leading information management vendors.

What is one interesting fact about your company?

In addition to being a business process consulting firm, we also have a division that provides a wide range of printing and marketing solutions/services. Within that division, we have several print specialists that work with clients to determine the best artists, suppliers and printers for each individual project. Since we work so closely with numerous area vendors, we can easily determine the best fit and negotiate the best prices for our clients. The value we bring is the ability to manage the entire process and provide the most cost-effective solution to our clients.

What new technology product or service are you the most excited about?

Over the past several months, we have added two innovative solutions to our product suite. One, Cabinet NG is a solution that offers a radical departure from traditional document management software. This product transforms time-consuming manual filing processes into a digital filing environment that is incredibly intuitive and simple to use. It also allows users to develop robust workflows, establish document retention policies and create and use e-forms without requiring custom programming. We’re excited that with Cabinet NG we can now bring the advantages of full-featured document and content management to the SMB market. Another product we are bringing to the Nashville market is SimplifyMD. SimplifyMD is an alternative to the traditional, legacy EMR products currently on the market. This product will allow us to provide an affordable method for physician practices to replace paper medical charts and obtain many of the benefits associated with more cumbersome, complex, and costly EMR systems. The brilliance of this product is that it focuses on eliminating paper charts which provides an immediate return on investment for physician’s practices. Once we’ve eliminated the need to create, file, store and retrieve physical patient files, we eliminate a huge labor cost for the practice. Physicians are already facing tight margins so this cost savings has an immediate impact.

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

Over the years, I have had the opportunity to meet several celebrities and high-level executives. Even though meeting those people were quite an experience, the one person that made a long-lasting impression was a college professor of mine. Ms. Gail Newton oversaw the business department at Martin Methodist College and taught several of the business degree courses. As a college basketball player, sometimes you seem to get lost in the shuffle of things regarding your education and which classes you need for your degree. After my first semester, I found myself in this situation and thankfully, Ms. Newton was there to help and provide the guidance I needed to complete my education. With her assistance, I was able to graduate a semester early! With her willingness to help, I found myself in her office asking for advice and opinion’s all the time. Ms. Newton always made the time no matter what her schedule was like.