Wednesday, April 27, 2011

The Technology Rollout System and You


A Technology Rollout System consists of four parts: Process Structure, Rollout Services Model, Internal Resources and Partnerships.
You must have all four parts in place for it to be a true system of methodologies, which is necessary for a technology rollout company to be able to provide nationwide or global deployment services. And the benefits of a Technology Rollout System are considerable! These are just a few that you'll enjoy:
  • Minimized project costs by providing less vendors and clearer communication through a defined Process Structure
  • Accelerated deployment time by utilizing an organized Deployment Method
  • Accountability through on demand site status updates via the Web-based Software Application
  • Scalability and flexibility to meet diverse project needs through the Rollout Delivery Team
  • Independent of equipment and technology which allows for the deployment of any legacy and new technologies by utilizing a unified Rollout Services Model
  • Highest quality of service
Not All Systems are Created Equal!Just because a company claims to have a Technology Rollout System in place doesn't mean it is the most efficient one for your project needs. For instance, a technology rollout company may use the Centralized Single-Tier Process Structure, have a complete Rollout Services Model, but lack the Internal Resources and Rollout Delivery Team or the established Partnerships on a nationwide scale that are necessary to support the project from a manpower perspective.
Thus, just knowing the parts of a Technology Rollout System isn't enough. You have to be able to evaluate those parts as well.
Evaluating a Technology Rollout SystemUntil recently, this information didn't exist on an industry-wide level. There are a number of reasons why this information has gone unexplained for so long. It is a critical aspect after all – A multi-million or billion dollar project isn't complete and will just be a pile of cables, equipment and circuits if the work at the site level is not completed professionally and efficiently. If the deployment and installation at the site level is ignored or written off as a commodity service, it's the same as running a marathon and quitting 1 mile before you cross the finish line (maybe that's why it's called the Last Mile!).

Friday, April 22, 2011

How To Organize Your Digital Files

Utilize the general organizing procedure of purge, sort and store, and apply it when organizing computer files.
Purge:
• Start by going through your computer files one at a time and delete all duplicates, unwanted and/or unnecessary documents.
• In order to complete this step, ask yourself appropriate questions. For example: Is this a duplicate? Can I get this elsewhere if I need it? Is it outdated and/or expired?
• Remember, this can take some time, especially if you have a lot of electronic documents. If that is the case, go through your files for a set amount of time (say half an hour) and then stop. Do this every day until the job is done. Small achievable tasks are more likely to get done rather than a large daunting pile of digital clutter!
• When you are done purging, don't forget to empty the recycle bin. This completes the first step in organizing computer files and saves disk space on your hard drive.
Sort & Store:
• Now that all unnecessary files are gone, you can see what you have. Start by creating general folders on your desktop (i.e. Photos, Music, Writing, Financial, Travel, Fido, House, Wedding, Medical).
• Remember, you want to find these files in the future with ease. Ask yourself how you would look for something and label the folder accordingly. For example, would you look for airline tickets under "Travel" or "American Airlines"?
• Once you have some general folders created, start dragging your documents to their appropriate locations.
• If necessary, sort the documents in the general folders into further categories by creating subfolders. For example, you may need to break down the general "Travel" folder by vacation locations, airlines, and so on.
Maintain:
• Now that you have organized your computer files, get in the habit of putting documents in their appropriate folders as soon as you create or download them. This ten second task will save you so much time and stress.
Remember To Empty Your Trash
When the garbage cans in your home or office are full you empty them, right?
Don't forget to do this for your computer.
When you send files to the trash, they still take up memory because they are still on your computer and haven't been permanently deleted. Empty your computer's trash can every once in a while. It will free up hard drive space and feel good getting rid of the unnecessary.
By Nealey Stapleton
http://EzineArticles.com/6198018

Monday, April 18, 2011

Wi-Fi Technology: Technology for next generation

 by kumar gandharva
WI-FI is a modern day technology and an alternative to cables in order to connect computers in a network. It represents the future of computer and internet connectivity worldwide.
Wi-Fi allows building a local area connection without wires which in turn reduces the cost of network deployment and expansion. Spaces wherein cabling is not possible can also be covered for a wireless connectivity which results in coverage as compared to wired networking.
Networking organizations have succeeded in joining the world through a wirelessnetwork and have also established their own technical support centers for their complete product support. One of the major networking organizations i.e. CISCO have outsourced their product support to organizations that were pioneer in providing one of the best online computer help. Microsoft Support also contains resolution in case computer fails to connect to a particular wireless Network.
online microsoft windows vista tech support provides help to connect to a wireless network using the windows utility. Windows too consist of a utility which enable thewireless adapter to connect to a wireless network. Software's, drivers and tech supportinformation for Intel wireless Adapters are available. Rest such as Netgear, Linksys, Broadcom and many more are providing their own voice based tech support to home as well as business users. These organizations also provides free windows support in case a user is more comfortable in using wireless utility rather that 3rd party software.
In spite of being so advanced technology, it consists of few disadvantages as well and one of the most important is its limited range. In order to overcome this limitation,access points are developed to increase the range of radio signals emitted through wireless devices. However, it increases the cost of the network as it includes stock antenna's which is much more costly than a basic wireless Router.
Online help regarding Wi-Fi is not a major issue in today's world as there are lot many 3rd party tech support organizations available that are providing online computer help and tech support for Wi-Fi devices which includes Router, wireless adapter and access points.

Talk-text technology heading for your Nissan

by. eddie sherman 
Technology is a funny thing. Sometimes new knowledge makes the world a safer place. For example airbag technology has come a long way and now front and side airbags come standard on most vehicles. Also, new technology in automobiles can tell drivers when they are drifting into neighboring lanes, when changing lanes is a bad idea and even alert drivers when they are falling asleep at the wheel. This kind of technology is rapidly being improved, while utilizing cost-saving measures, and it is just short amount of time before it will all be standard on all levels of vehicles.
However, other times technology makes the world a more dangerous place. Often this technology comes in the form of entertainment devices and thus, is more popular and widespread use is common. For example, touch screen entertainment systems that sit in the front dash of vehicles can now play DVDs - of course intended for the viewing pleasure of the front and rear passengers, not the driver. But all drivers are human and it is only a natural response for drivers to glance at the scene, especially in reaction to the passenger's natural responses to a funny, gory or scary scene. This kind of technology, although entertaining, can make the world a more dangerous place, specifically on roadways that are already dangerous enough. 
Another dangerous, albeit extremely convenient, technology is the cell phone. Specifically, texting is a huge distraction while driving but unfortunately a common occurrence. It is widely accepted that texting is just too dangerous to do while driving, but living by this bit of wisdom is another story. While most people have good intentions, reaching for a cell phone for just "one quick, short text" is many times hard to resist. Unfortunately this "quick text" can result in a smashed vehicle so demolished that the local Algonquin used car dealer can't even make a buck on it.
But thanks to new Microsoft technology, the dangers of texting while driving may be a fact of history, which means safer roads and more product for the local Algonquin used car dealer to work with. Window's new Embedded Automotive 7 technology may soon be an available upgrade on a new vehicle at the local Naperville Nissan dealer. 
This technology links smartphones to Bluetooth technology and links contacts and calendars into the vehicle's memory system. Then, when the driver wants to send a text message, he or she can simply speak the message and direct it to a contact in their phone and voila, the message will be sent. With this technology, texting no longer requires hands off the wheel or eyes off the road. With technology like this, safety and convenience combine to make the world a safer, yet at the same time, a more entertaining place.
In addition, the software that will likely be available soon on cars sold by the local Naperville Nissan dealer will also control the vehicle's sound system and have the ability to link personal music players to the vehicle's surround sound, again through Bluetooth technology. Technology that makes the world safer and more entertaining - now that is a sweet thing!

Technology Products Exported from Japan


by Chris Cornell
Technology by definition is the usage and knowledge of tools, machines, craft, skills, science etc. Today technology refers to the use of electronics, computers, computer chips, electronic circuits, silicon chips, telecommunications, and electronic consumer goods. More often, today the word technology is substituted with the word information technology. The characteristics and capacity of technology are not limited to a specific body of knowledge or a set of systems. It incorporates all electronic devices, microchips, and computerized systems. All electronic gadgets that we use in our daily routine are technology. Bigger technology items are power-generating machines, electric power plants, flirtation plants; drilling machines etc., every single item that has an element of science applied to it is a part of technology.
Technology is the backbone of Japanese economy. Japan's economy is rapidly growing due to its vast and distinctive technology products. It is economically the third largest country in the world. Although there are many other technology market leaders in the world, Japanese companies are known among the best and the most efficient. The science and technology in Japan has its major focus on consumer electronics, robotics and automotives, and it is well known for its state of the art, innovative and completely unimaginable technological products.
The Japanese technological exports are greatly influenced by its aerospace products. Companies like Fuji, Sumitomo, and Mitsubishi are among the best-known aerospace manufacture companies in the world, and are actively developing and manufacturing different aerospace machines along with different international alliances. Other technology products that play vital role in developing the country's economy through trade are laptops, camera, consumer electronic devices, power generation plants, electric power generation equipment.
Sony, Kenwood, Sharp, Konica, Toshiba, Hitachi, Canon, Sanyo, Seiko, Mitsubishi Electric, and Nikon are a few renowned names of Japanese Technology and Export market. Different technology items from the above-mentioned companies are exported to different countries around the world.
One of the latest technological exports that Japan is seeking for is of geothermal power technology. Japan is looking closely at countries that have capacity and plans for geothermal energy growth. Further Japan also looks forward to the possibility of exporting nuclear technology exports. It is reported that in the second half of the year 2010, Japan had initiated its coalition of nuclear technology exports with India on exceptional basis.
As technology itself is limitless, the Japanese production and development in the field of technology is also infinite. Thereby, the exports of Japanese technology are extensive and immense