Thursday, April 29, 2021

Financial Services Industry—For the new world of work

The "Financial Services Industry—For the new world of work" flyer explains how Microsoft Surface devices deliver value across the industry. As technology disrupts the landscape of financial services, organizations must become more agile to deliver new customer experiences, all while maintaining tight control over sensitive data and evolving regulations. See how, in an increasingly competitive industry, Surface devices enable professionals to balance objectives, deliver outstanding service, and exceed expectations. Contact us today to learn more.

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Security beyond Microsoft products

With Microsoft, security can be simple once again. Microsoft 365 provides an intelligent security hub that works seamlessly across platforms, going far beyond Microsoft—to Linux and Mac, to AWS and beyond, so you can manage mission critical workloads with the right tools at your fingertips. Watch the video to learn more.

Webex: Safe, Private, and Secure

This video showcases the built-in security that Cisco Webex offers. It's this kind of security and privacy that healthcare organizations require. To learn more, contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for further details.

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

Lenovo ThinkPad 11e Yoga Gen 6

This datasheet provides an in-depth look at the Lenovo ThinkPad 11e Yoga Gen 6, a rugged, portable 2-in-1 device that offers the power and performance students need. For more information, please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. today.

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Get to Know Lenovo TruScale Infrastructure Services 

This informative video describes why Lenovo TruScale is a great option for businesses that want all the benefits of Lenovo's award-winning hardware and services—without the upfront costs and management hassles. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about Lenovo TruScale.

 What you get with Intel® at the edge

This infographic provides an overview of what Intel® edge solutions offer businesses. It also lists several impressive case studies of enterprises—including Audi, Verizon, ExxonMobil, and Microsoft Azure—that have partnered with Intel for their edge solutions. For more information about Intel edge solutions, please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc..

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Customer Data Platforms: Striving for a Single View of the Customer

The ability to collect, store and normalize large volumes of data while creating a way to persistently identify profiles across digital touchpoints has been the holy grail for many marketers. Traditionally, Data Management Platforms (DMPs) have been used to fulfill this role, but their reliance on anonymous IDs, the lack of personally identifiable information (PII), and their focus on paid channel optimization has led marketers to look for other alternatives. This is where Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) come into play. Thanks to their usage of known IDs, PII, and their focus on owned channel personalization, they might just provide the coordinated action across all touchpoints and channels that marketers have been seeking all along. But as more and more companies look to brand themselves as CDPs, a little research can go a long way to avoiding potential frustration and going with the wrong option. In this article, you'll learn about the CDP field as it stands today, and how to differentiate CDPs that started on the digital AdTech side from those that started on the PII MarTech side, as well as the differences in both their strengths and weaknesses.

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The 4 factors of the new ROI equation

With every aspect of modern work affected by devices and tech, how leaders equip their employees can yield significant returns, or have disastrous consequences, for years to come. Key to making the right decision is weighing a team's human and hardware needs evenly. This eBook from Microsoft Surface can help. "The 4 factors of the new ROI equation" breaks down the factors driving device value in today's workplace—flexibility, security, creativity, and power—to help clients develop a smart device investment strategy. Contact us today to learn more.

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021

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5 Ways to Expand Patient-Centered Care with Webex

Cisco makes telehealth more accessible with Webex. This infographic details 5 ways to make telehealth a reality using Cisco tools. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. today for more information.

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Lenovo Education: Lenovo Stands Apart

This eBook details a variety of ThinkPad devices along with the new Tiny desktop PC, each of which is suited to students and educators across colleges and universities. To learn more, please reach out to Coastal Computer Systems Inc. today.

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  Lenovo TruScale for VDI

This eBrochure offers a high-level overview of the benefits of adopting Lenovo TruScale, including the ability to scale up and down as needed, 24/7 support, and predictable costs. It also explains how to deliver the best remote working experience with VDI and discusses Lenovo's broad choice of specialized VDI solutions. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about the benefits of adopting Lenovo TruScale.

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Building Secure IoT Endpoints and Edge Compute Architecture in Operations Technology Deployments

This IDC white paper examines the key elements needed to build and manage a secure Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), as well as the hardware trust elements—including Intel® solutions—needed to build trusted embedded intelligent systems. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about building a secure IIoT and trusted embedded intelligent systems with Intel solutions.

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Monday, April 26, 2021

Microsoft for Government: narrative, scenarios, and solutions

Public institutions provide hundreds of services, and each of them represents an opportunity to use digital to increase their efficiency and reach. But so many options can seem overwhelming, and crafting a compelling, insight-filled narrative can go a long way to effectively transmitting the real benefits that governments can experience with digital transformation. In this infographic, we'll provide you with the most common scenarios that provide opportunities for governments to go digital with Microsoft for Government. We've also included examples of impactful solutions for each scenario that have allowed public institutions to obtain outstanding results with digital. After reading it, you'll be better equipped to craft attention-grabbing pitches for all branches of government institutions including Civilian Government & Public Safety, and Defense & Intelligence.

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Thursday, April 22, 2021

Protect your agency's database and citizen information by moving to the cloud. Subscribe to learn more about Microsoft for Government.

Cloud technology has enabled faster services, increased productivity, and happier workers for organizations of all sizes. But perhaps the most important characteristic of the cloud is its ability to keep your data safe from cyber attacks or physical hardware damage. And given the obsolete software and large amounts of paperwork still in use by public institutions today, this ability becomes critical. Subscribe now to learn more about how your organization can use Microsoft for Government to increase security while empowering its employees, services, and citizens.

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Transform the way you engage

This informative flyer explains how healthcare professionals can benefit from the secure Microsoft Surface portfolio of devices—with cloud-scale remote firmware management and enterprise-grade security. For more information, please contact us today.

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Webex Innovation Keeps Hybrid Workplaces and Governments Running Effectively and Securely

This blog post explains how Cisco Webex Legislature enables legislators to take decisive action from anywhere. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about Cisco Webex Legislature.

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What are employees saying about the transition to the home office

This insight graphic, brought to you by Coastal Computer Systems Inc. and @Lenovo, offers information taken from an employee survey. The question is, what do they think about the transition to a work-from-home environment?

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Wednesday, April 21, 2021

3D Tour of the ThinkSystem DE Series: All-Flash Storage

This web page offers an engaging and informative interactive 3D tour of the Lenovo ThinkSystem DE Series: All-Flash Storage. It provides an overview of the ThinkSystem DE Series and lists its benefits. It illustrates the DE4000F and DE6000F models, shows how the configurations can be expanded, discusses storage management, and describes Lenovo XClarity. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about the Lenovo ThinkSystem DE Series: All-Flash Storage.

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Intel® NUC Mini PC Chassis and Compatible Products

The Intel® Product Compatibility Tool provides a full list of compatible products for Intel® NUC Mini PCs, kits, and boards, as well as for other Intel products. Customers can choose their Intel® NUC to see which parts are validated for categories related to the chassis, drives, supported hardware, and peripherals. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about the Intel Product Compatibility Tool.

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Mobility you can trust

This infographic lists interesting statistics about remote work and security risks. It also depicts which 5 protection measures are critical to have in a secure mobile device. For more information, please contact us today.

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Construction giant gains competitive edge with zero-trust approach to security

When The Walsh Group—one of the largest construction contractors in the United States—moved to the cloud, it realized it needed better ways to manage who accesses its systems. The company set up identity as the control plane—with Microsoft Azure Active Directory at the center and a zero-trust security stance to better protect access to all its resources. Now, The Walsh Group CIO says the company leads the industry in securing access to its hybrid environment, giving it a competitive advantage. Read the article for more.

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Cisco Smart Government Solutions: Drive Security, Connectivity, and Productivity

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Making Productivity Possible as the World Works at Home

The work-from-home office requires effective collaboration. "Making Productivity Possible as the World Works at Home," brought to you by Coastal Computer Systems Inc., is a guide into making collaboration work remotely when you partner with Lenovo.

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Lenovo ThinkSystem Solution for SAP Business One, version for SAP HANA

This solution overview explains that Lenovo ThinkSystem Servers are validated by SAP to be an ideal platform to deploy SAP Business One, version for SAP HANA and to help accelerate time to value for SAP implementations. For more information regarding Lenovo ThinkSystem Servers, please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc..

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  Introducing the Intel® NUC Pro Element Chassis

This video offers a quick visual tour of the interior and exterior of the Intel® NUC Pro Element chassis and shows that organizations can use it to build custom solutions for any business environment. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about the Intel NUC Pro Element chassis.

How to enhance government services with Microsoft Dynamics 365

So far, we've extensively covered the topic of how digital transformation enables governments to become more efficient and increase the scope of their services. We've learned how digital allows them on a general level to better manage their budgets, protect their taxpayers' data, increase their productivity, integrate siloed information to gain accurate insights, and eliminate paperwork. But what about the people who use these digital collaboration tools on a daily basis? In this video, you'll step into the shoes of Raymond, a social worker who spends most of his time in the field solving complex cases that require careful analysis to make the right choices for the city's most vulnerable citizens. You'll also learn how the New York Administration for Children's Services office uses Microsoft Dynamics 365 to give their workers access to accurate insights that allow them to successfully care for the wellbeing of the city's children.

Security intelligent infographic

Identify and repel more threats than ever before with Microsoft Advanced Threat Protection, Azure Security, and Azure Sentinel. Take a look to learn more about intelligent security solutions for your entire enterprise.

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Thursday, April 15, 2021

Largest and most trusted

Microsoft 365 guards your data as a valuable asset. With security built-in, not bolted on, integration and deployment are simplified. Subscribe now to learn more.

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How CRM Improves Your Customer Service & Overall Customer Experience | CustomerThink

Customer experiences are everything. Here's the thing: it doesn't matter what you think they are, it matters what the customer perceives them to be. This means that accurately obtaining feedback from them is vital to keeping your business alive and consistently delivering the service that your clients expect from you. In theory, this is what customer services is for. But your customer services teams are only as effective as the data you give them to work with. You could have the best resources in the world, but if they can't quickly and accurately access your clients' data the moment they need it, they're dead in the water. And so, too, is your business in the long run. In this article, you'll learn 5 ways in which CRM software can empower your customer-facing teams with tools to better address client issues and draw insights to create a more empathic service. You'll also learn how it lowers the cost of each customer interaction by lowering the need to address recurring issues, and how it can become crucial to other departments such as sales, marketing, and development.

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Introducing Surface Book 3

Ready for the "wow" factor? The most powerful Microsoft® Surface® laptop yet is faster than ever and able to adapt to the endless ways in which you and your team collaborate. The "Introducing Surface Book 3" video artfully demonstrates its powerhouse performance and stunning display. Rendered on a Surface Book 3, the video itself beautifully illustrates the device's robust capabilities and seamless versatility in action. Contact us today for more information.

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

Cisco® Connected Communities Infrastructure

This at-a-glance document describes Cisco Connected Communities Infrastructure, which combines Cisco's market-leading networking and security products to help communities efficiently and safely undergo digital transformation. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about Cisco Connected Communities Infrastructure.

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ThinkStation P620: Product Teaser Video and Gamechanger

This video shows that Lenovo is redefining system-level performance with the Lenovo ThinkStation P620. For more information about the Lenovo ThinkStation P620, please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc..

Protecting the environment by predicting it 

Read this case study to find out how researchers at North Carolina State University are using powerful Lenovo analytics—powered by Intel®—to predict drought and help feed the world. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about Intel-powered Lenovo analytics.

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Intel® NUC 11 Compute Element 

This spec sheet lists the various processors that are available for the Intel® NUC 11 Compute Element and provides technical specifications for the graphics cards, storage capabilities, system memory, peripheral connectivity, supported I/O, and more. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information regarding the Intel NUC 11 Compute Element.

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New Surface Book 3 for Business

Portable. Powerful. Robust. The "New Surface Book 3 for Business" infographic explains exactly how this next-generation device delivers next-level power. Designed for versatility, mobility, and high performance, the Microsoft® Surface® Book 3 unlocks more value and enables users to tackle complex technical and creative work in whichever mode—laptop, tablet, portable studio—is best for the task at hand. Contact us today for more information.

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021

Security Solution Overview

With data growing increasingly valuable and harder to protect, Microsoft provides security solutions across identity and access management, information protection, threat protection and security management. Harness integrated, comprehensive security with Microsoft Advanced Threat Protection, Azure Security, and Azure Sentinel to identify and repel more threats than ever before and safeguard your organization, without sacrificing productivity.

Maintain a Trusted Work Environment with Cisco DNA Spaces

This at-a-glance document explains how organizations can cultivate an environment that's conducive to safe practices during the pandemic with a series of apps delivered through @Cisco DNA Spaces. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about Cisco DNA Spaces.

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ThinkStation P620 - Limitless Possibilities

This datasheet offers information about the Lenovo ThinkStation P620's features, options, and accessories. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about the Lenovo ThinkStation P620.

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  Analytics & AI

This solution brief introduces Lenovo's scalable high-performance computing (HPC) systems, which feature high-performance processors that are uniquely suited to deep learning and machine learning, and can handle the most demanding analytics and AI workloads. For more information about Lenovo's scalable HPC systems, please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc..

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Modular Components for Custom Solutions

This decision tree datasheet shows how to combine Intel® NUC Compute Elements with Intel® NUC Board Elements and Intel® NUC Chassis Elements to create a variety of solutions. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about the Intel NUC Compute Element product line.

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Monday, April 12, 2021

Why governments trust Microsoft with their digital transformation

Public sector initiatives are more often than not highly complex and carefully planned endeavors. And, to be fair, they have every reason to be. Millions of people depend on public services to make their lives better, and even a brief interruption can affect thousands of citizens. This doesn't mean that governments should postpone or cancel their digital initiatives, however—they just have to avoid as much risk as humanly possible. A significant part of this involves making the right choice when partnering with a provider and choosing the correct platform. It's critical, therefore, to pick one that guarantees flexibility, security, and cost-effectiveness, but more importantly, ensures the continuity of public services. In this infographic, you'll learn why Microsoft has become the partner of choice for governments across the world, and what characteristics have helped Microsoft's products become a staple for public digital initiatives.

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Thursday, April 8, 2021

Security Azure Infographic

Securely harness the power of the cloud with Azure Advanced Threat Protection. This infographic outlines how your organization can trust Azure Advanced Threat Protection as it provides real-time security at enterprise scale, detect threats quickly, and allows your business to stay focused on what's important.

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Remote Work Explainer

This video introduces Cisco Remote Worker, a suite of tools designed to enable workers to connect to company applications and infrastructure from anywhere in the world to enhance business resiliency. If you would like to learn more, please reach out to ContentMX, LLC.

Wednesday, April 7, 2021

Enable digital, efficient, and trust-building services. Subscribe to learn more about Microsoft for Government.

Efficiency is especially important when other people's lives depend on your services. Today's governments now have the digital tools at their disposal to empower their citizens with intuitive, accessible applications that eliminate the need for paper, manual tasks, and long wait times. Subscribe now to learn how your organization—public or private—can increase its ability to deliver fast, timely services that will improve end-user satisfaction and help you build trust with your target audience.

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Low cost airline soars by using Surface Pro with LTE Advanced as Electronic Flight Bag

This customer story highlights Norwegian Air Shuttle's journey from using hard-copy Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs) to Microsoft® Surface® Pro tablets with LTE Advanced™. For the award-winning company, which is also the largest airline in Scandinavia, the tablet offers reliable connectivity (eSIM), highly accessible documentation, and stable performance in complex environments. The establishment is in the process of implementing Windows Autopilot Deployment to streamline device configuration. For more information about Microsoft Surface Pro with LTE Advanced, contact us today.

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Maintain a Trusted Work Environment with Cisco DNA Spaces

This at-a-glance document highlights Cisco DNA Spaces, an offering designed to help organizations create and maintain a trusted work environment as physical locations begin to reopen. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. if you would like to learn more.

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Lenovo ThinkBook 14 and 15 Gen 2 (AMD) Product Tour

This video, brought to you by Coastal Computer Systems Inc., offers the opportunity to see 2 innovative Lenovo laptops up close and personal.

Veeam + Lenovo ThinkAgile HX Series

This solution brief explains that Lenovo ThinkAgile HX Series appliances are a best-in-class hyperconverged system with Nutanix's industry-leading software preloaded on Lenovo server platforms. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about Lenovo ThinkAgile HX Series.

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

  Intel® Active Management Technology

This video explains how businesses can use Intel® Active Management Technology to diagnose problems remotely and patch devices during off-peak hours. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about Intel Active Management Technology and the Intel Endpoint Management Assistant.

Surface Laptop 3 for Business

This infographic presents the superior features of the Microsoft® Surface® Laptop 3 and its applications in modern workplaces. Offered with a 13.5" or 15" screen, the device has a PixelSense™ touchscreen display and Dolby® Audio Omni-sonic speakers. Under the hood, the laptop is powered by 10th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. Individuals can choose from a wide range of Surface accessories to complement their working styles and personal preferences. Contact us today to learn more about the Surface Laptop 3.

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The leading South African law firm steps up digital innovation to build the legal practice of tomorrow

With over 150 years of history and experience in the legal market, Webber Wentzel has become one of South Africa's most prominent law firms, operating at the forefront of legal services and home to the country's longest-standing pro bono practices. The firm aims to act as a beacon of innovation for the industry. In this video, see how Webber Wentzel has taken advantage of the capabilities of Office 365 to create a more efficient and collaborative workplace for its teams, while facilitating and securing client interactions.

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ThinkBook and AMD: Unleash your True Potential

This datasheet, brought to you by Coastal Computer Systems Inc., provides a look at all the features and specs for the Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 along with must-have accessories like the ThinkBook Urban Backpack.

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Your guide to cloud clarity

This Lenovo eBook explains what the cloud is, how it can be used, and what to consider when developing a cloud strategy and choosing a cloud vendor. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about Lenovo Cloud Solutions.

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Monday, April 5, 2021

 Remote Manageability for the Modern Workforce

This product brief introduces Intel® Active Management Technology and Intel Endpoint Management Assistant, which help businesses monitor and manage devices inside and outside the corporate firewall. For more information about Intel Active Management Technology and Intel Endpoint Management Assistant, please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc..

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Victoria, Australia relies on Microsoft technology to help struggling families

As a species, we've endured numerous challenges thanks to empathy and the notion that we must care for each other, especially in times of need. Governments were essentially created to ensure that our limited resources were adequately spent in creating better societies, which includes caring for those in distress and helping them through a rough situation. Modern-day governments are complex institutions with hundreds of tasks and a short amount of time to complete them, which creates a constant sense of urgency since the well-being of their citizens often times depends on their level of efficiency. In this regard, The Department of Human Services in Victoria, Australia was no exception. In this video, you'll learn how the department has succeeded in harnessing digital transformation to become increasingly more effective at resolving people's crises and delivering the social justice their citizens deserve.

Thursday, April 1, 2021

9 tips for meeting with Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams enables you to host and participate in more productive meetings and invite anyone to join you. This makes Teams a perfect solution where you can communicate and meet with anyone inside or outside your organization - even if they are not a Teams user. This blog offers nine tips to having more productive meetings with attendees in and outside your organization.

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Microsoft Surface devices in manufacturing

This flyer shows different ways Microsoft® Surface® devices enhance the jobs of professionals in the manufacturing industry. As the fast-moving sector is undergoing many changes due to the rise of automation, the Internet of Things, and robotics, these devices are equipped with unique features that support modern workflows. Surface products come with the latest cloud deployment features and enterprise-grade security, and offer seamless compatibility with Microsoft 365. Contact us today for more information about Microsoft Surface devices.

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Five tips to enable a remote workforce securely

This infographic provides 5 tips for enabling a remote workforce securely. With Cisco, it's easy to set up secure remote worker solutions. To learn more, contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for additional details.

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Lenovo ThinkStation P620 Product Tour

This stunning video explains that as the first workstation with AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ PRO, the Lenovo ThinkStation P620 offers astounding performance with up to 64 cores and up to 4.0GHz. Please contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information about the Lenovo ThinkStation P620.