New technology provides exciting opportunities for improvements and benefits that weren't previously available. However, change can be hard for employees to accept, particularly because it's a departure from what they're familiar with and it will impact how they work. Here are a few tips to ensure that your information technology implementation goes smoothly:...
Virtualization has emerged as an answer to better application support by fundamentally changing the way IT resources are managed and deployed. Businesses can see a number of benefits from virtualization when used effectively:...
As needs continue to shift, IBM is continuously developing new offerings and initiatives to improve processes and bring true value to the user. Let's take a look at some of the most influential ways that IBM's technology has recently been put to the test:...
Over the years, Pinnacle has hosted a number of bright and talented interns, but none quite like Scott Courtney. Get to know what makes Scott unique and such a pleasure to have around the office!...
Hitachi is breaking the mold with many of its new initiatives to improve processes and make operations more efficient....
Cisco and IBM recently forged an alliance that could change cybersecurity tactics and better protect organizations....
This year, Pinnacle Business Systems became an official corporate sponsor of Johnnie William's Paralympic journey. The entire Pinnacle team sent their wishes as he competed at the Paralympics track & field National Championship June 2 - 5 at UCLA, where he became a four-time gold medalist in discus and bronze medalist in javelin!...
Microsoft is a staple for many businesses and schools across the country. The organization's Office suite has undergone subtle technical and feature changes to become more feasible for moderns organizations, making it one of the most popular and necessary solutions to date. Microsoft is also aiming to make a difference within the educational space to provide schools with other options....
Last week, Pinnacle participated in the 2017 Entrepreneur Exchange Program in partnership with the U.S. State Department, the Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth (CCEW), and the University of Oklahoma. We hosted Priyanka Chauhan a CEO from New Delhi who currently runs an IT consulting company that supports subject matter experts in India....
Drones have emerged as the must-have gadget within the past few years. While these machines were mostly used among hobbyists, companies are gradually starting to realize the potential that drones could have for business uses....
Cisco has undergone a number of evolutions in its history, and the various acquisitions made within the last few years mark more changes coming to the organization. Cisco has looked to buy players in rising markets to improve its capabilities and zero in on areas that need are still advancing. Recently, Cisco announced the purchase of Viptela, a networking startup, and it promises to be a big deal for the future....
Get to know Brandy Semore, Pinnacle's Director of Delivery Services & PMO as well as President and Co-Founder of Oklahoma Women in Technology....
Meet Cheryl O'Bannon, one of Pinnacle's awesome Senior Account Executives! Cheryl's role is to understand her customer’s goals and business challenges and determine the need for technology to support their business outcomes....
Complexity of the technology landscape combined with the rising demand for capable individuals to leverage these systems are contributing to a widespread IT skills shortage. The need for experienced workers is outpacing the available supply. As the IT skills shortage grows, organizations must understand the scope of the issue and what they can do about it....
Moving to digital processes can be a difficult undertaking for any business. Employees are asked to leave behind familiar, legacy procedures for new practices that are more efficient, but this invariably encounters some challenges along the way. As more organizations look to go digital, they should look to start with their server infrastructure. Server virtualization can be leveraged to drive digital transformation and improve company operations....
In part four of our information security series, Alan Bunyard, Solutions Architect for Pinnacle shares how you can secure your network at 4-7, the application layer. Below are his tips to tackle application layer threats. ...
Current solutions businesses are using might be good for solving today's problems, but they might not be as viable years down the road. When a piece of hardware or software becomes outdated or stops adding value, it might be time to look for a tool that better addresses organization and employee needs. When integrating new technology into your infrastructure, there are three main considerations to keep at top of mind:...
To fight back against the unknown and help strengthen cybersecurity strategies, many companies undertake security readiness assessments. What is a security readiness assessment, and why does your organization need one? Let's take a look at the key benefits of this essential tool...
