Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Distance Zero | Cisco Collaboration Devices

This video focuses on the "Distance Zero" value of Cisco collaboration devices, in which organizations benefit from the innovation and flexibility of hybrid work while not compromising on meeting quality and productivity.

Modern IT experiences with predictable costs

Dell Technologies offers PC as a Service (PCaaS) to help organizations simplify PC lifecycle management and enhance the employee experience. Read this whitepaper to see how an organization using PCaaS can save costs, reallocate IT resources and improve user productivity. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to learn more.

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Keeping it Together: Overcoming Today's PC Management Challenges

To make your employees more productive, collaborative and secure no matter where they work, you need good management of your PC fleet. If you're looking at options to make this task easier, take a look at this enlightening solution brief showcasing the capabilities of AMD Ryzen™ PRO processors with AMD PRO manageability features.

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Modern Devices for Nonprofits

This solution brief on Surface for nonprofits highlights the new AI experiences available with Surface with Windows 11 and Copilot as well as the productive, safe workplace available with deploying Microsoft 365.

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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Fuel Creativity

How much has Copilot in @Windows helped your teams achieve more with less time and effort? A lot? A little? Not at all? Share your experience in a reply.

Modern IT experiences with predictable costs

Wouldn't it be nice if IT costs were predictable? That's just what Dell offers with PC as a Service. This infographic will show you five ways Dell PCaaS helps you save. Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help put them into action.

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The 2024 Work Trend Index: AI at Work Is Here. Now Comes the Hard Part

AI is already embedded in a wide range of applications, and many employees use AI tools on their own to help them in their work. This survey report, the 2024 Work Trend Index by Microsoft and LinkedIn, found that 3 in every 4 knowledge workers use AI tools, and 79% of leaders agree their company needs to adopt AI to stay competitive. Read this report to see the results of this extensive survey and find out what steps your enterprise can take to prepare for full AI adoption into your workplace.

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Why you should choose HP

No matter what size your business, you can find the perfect solution within the comprehensive, unified HP ecosystem. Look at this informative infographic highlighting the efficiency and cost effectiveness of having a trusted single source for building, protecting and managing your workforce fleet's changing needs. And if you'd like to take a look at how HP can fit into your organization, reach out to the experts at Coastal Computer Systems Inc. today to find out.

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Monday, September 16, 2024

Deliver tailored content to customers, manage high volumes of transactions and build custom copilots - What use cases do you envision creating with intelligent apps? #Azure

Deliver tailored content to customers, manage high volumes of transactions and build custom copilots - What use cases do you envision creating with intelligent apps? #Azure

Copilot can help employees use Word more creatively!

Copilot can help employees use Word more creatively!

What is Microsoft Entra ID?

Is your content protected by a modern identity and access management (IAM) solution? Relying on firewalls and passwords isn't enough anymore. Find out about Microsoft Entra ID, a modern cloud IAM service for security-conscious companies.

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Friday, September 13, 2024

DBS Bank: Scalable Serverless Compute Grid on AWS

This video sets out how DBS, a leading trading bank, uses AWS architecture to run its trading software. This will be of particular interest to network engineers and architects.

Thursday, September 12, 2024

AI at the helm: How Wallenius Wilhelmsen's adoption of Viva and Copilot is shaping its future

Transportation logistics company Wallenius Wilhelmsen has discovered the power of AI to help it modernize and streamline its operations. In this article, you'll read how the company implemented Microsoft's AI assistant, Copilot, and the Microsoft Viva employee experience platform to enhance employee communication and encourage AI adoption. Read the story to learn how Wallenius Wilhelmsen is using these innovative solutions to more closely align operations with strategic goals.

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Build and Modernize Intelligent Apps

Cloud migration allows organizations to create intelligent apps and deliver more value to users. The tricky part of the equation is finding where to start the process. Read this explanatory eBook from Microsoft Azure showcasing five key reasons for building intelligent applications and what they can do for your infrastructure. Want more info? Coastal Computer Systems Inc. is ready for your questions about planning an intelligent app strategy.

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Surface for Financial Services Flyer

This flyer contains 3 customer stories on the value of Surface with links to the details on each one.

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Why Acer?

Acer's mission is to break down barriers between people and technology with products that have industry-low failure rates and proven reliability. Acer's innovative laptops, Chromebooks, desktops, tablets, displays and projectors offer the very latest solutions, design, and advanced features. Want to know more? Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help you integrate the power and convenience of Acer solutions into your hybrid workforce.

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Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Onward: How security drives business opportunity

If you consider security as just a shield against attacks by cyber criminals and malware malefactors, you will be happy to learn that it can also power your business onward. Read this guide for a deep dive into the four ways Windows 11 Pro devices can help drive opportunity for your business, while providing state-of-the-art cyber security. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc..

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Surface for Retail

This eBook describes the evolving financial services industry and how the Surface device portfolio is ideal for every employee. The value of the device is presented for each persona in banking, including those serving customers within a branch and those working in the field.

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Accomplish more in less time

Start creating and get results quickly with Microsoft 365 and Copilot, your AI work assistant. Watch this video to learn what Copilot can do to help you land more sales, create innovative content and gain insights faster.

Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Introducing Copilot in Windows 11

Get ready to fall in love in just 30 seconds with the best work partner ever: Copilot in Windows 11. Watch the video to see how much Copilot is ready to do for you without asking anything in return. It's a beautiful thing. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to start experiencing this new productive relationship.

Change the Way You Work

With Snapdragon X series processors and Copilot+ PCs, you can be more innovative, collaborative and productive. Empower your employees with AI-enhanced experiences, fast performance, long battery life and amazing graphics. View the infographic and start learning about all you can accomplish with Snapdragon and Copilot+ PCs.

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KPMG transforms customer service, unlocks real-time insights using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Service

If you're looking to transform your customer service operations, the KPMG case study with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a must-read. This customer story details how KPMG was able to enhance its customer service delivery by leveraging real-time insights and streamlining its operational processes. With Dynamics 365, KPMG not only improved their response times but also achieved a more comprehensive view of customer engagements. Read the full story to see how this transformative approach can be applied within your organization. can help you leverage Dynamics 365 to empower your workforce and satisfy customer needs more effectively. Contact us.

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Enabling smarter collaboration shouldn't be hard. Reply if you'd like to find out how to make it simple with tools from @DellTech.

Enabling smarter collaboration shouldn't be hard. Reply if you'd like to find out how to make it simple with tools from @DellTech.

Monday, September 9, 2024

A Finance Exec on How AI Pays Off

 Marna Ricker, Global Vice Chair at EY, explains why AI is a game changer for all data-driven fields and shares her thoughts on how finance leaders can leverage AI in everything from taxes to strategic planning. Read the article for ideas on how AI can be a game changer for your organization.

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Employee engagement and workflow in hybrid workspaces isn't always easy. Reply and tell us the challenges you face when helping hybrid employees maximize productivity. #HPE

Employee engagement and workflow in hybrid workspaces isn't always easy. Reply and tell us the challenges you face when helping hybrid employees maximize productivity. #HPE

Commercial Bank of Dubai: innovating a future proof banking platform with Microsoft Azure

A rising financial services company in the Middle East quadrupled its client base in four years and needed to upgrade its banking platform. Read about how the Commercial Bank of Dubai relied on Microsoft Azure to upgrade its application infrastructure, improve transaction security and speed and became so customer friendly that a user could open an account in just two minutes using its award-winning mobile banking platform. If you'd like to see what Microsoft Azure can do for your organization, contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. today for a complimentary demo.

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Cisco Launches New Research, Highlighting Seismic Gap in Companies' Preparedness for AI

This Cisco press release focuses on a new research study highlighting the level of preparedness in AI among enterprises.

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Copilot can help employees use Microsoft 365 productivity apps more efficiently!

Copilot can help employees use Microsoft 365 productivity apps more efficiently!

Friday, September 6, 2024

Zero Trust Essentials

The concept of zero trust in cybersecurity is gaining traction as essential in today's constant flood of cyberattacks and data breaches. In this eBook, you can learn the basics of zero trust and how Microsoft applies it in their cybersecurity solutions.

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Prepare for a company-wide address

Microsoft's Copilot is an AI assistant that will take the drudgery out of work. Whether it's summarizing meeting points, drafting a memo or creating presentation slides, Copilot will help you get the job done quickly. See this infographic.

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Accelerate cloud migration and modernize applications at your pace with Azure VMware Solution.

Ready to plan a cloud migration but not sure where to begin? Reach out to Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for help moving forward at your own pace.

Thursday, September 5, 2024

Wednesday, September 4, 2024

What is AWS HealthImaging? | Amazon Web Services

This captivating video dives deep into what AWS HealthImaging is and its transformative benefits.

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

What are some strategies for improving your hybrid workspace experience? Reply and we'll help you check out the @HP ProBook 405 series, complete with multiple configurations to meet the needs of your teams.

What are some strategies for improving your hybrid workspace experience? Reply and we'll help you check out the @HP ProBook 405 series, complete with multiple configurations to meet the needs of your teams.

A battery to last days

Seeking cutting-edge responsiveness, immersive visual capabilities and smart multitasking? #Snapdragon X Elite processor for Windows provides revolutionary performance and optimized battery life. Ask Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for a demo.

How AI Can Empower Customer Service Agents

Read Microsoft's latest blog post: 'How AI Can Empower Customer Service Agents.' to discover how smart chatbots, AI-powered task assistance, and real-time recommendations enable your teams to stay ahead of complex tech challenges to focus on providing top-notch, friendly customer service even under pressure. Reach out to when you are ready to drive modernization and transform your service processes with these Microsoft Generative AI solutions.

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Monday, September 2, 2024

Are your developers tasked with maximizing performance AND sustainability? With @DellTech PCs, we'll help you crack the code! #DellAPEX #AI

Are your developers tasked with maximizing performance AND sustainability? With @DellTech PCs, we'll help you crack the code! #DellAPEX #AI

CARIAD creates a service platform for Volkswagen Group vehicles with Azure and AKS

Today's autos are increasingly reliant on software to meet consumer needs for connectivity, automation and personalization. Take a look at this customer story to see how CARIAD, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, collaborated with Microsoft using Azure and Azure Kubernetes Service to power and accelerate the development and service of vehicle software for Volkswagen's brands.

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Adopting a Zero Trust approach is a technology and business imperative

This infographic provides an easy-to-understand overiew of the benefits of a zero trust strategy for your cybersecurity. Zero trust is a "never trust, always verify" strategy to ensures cyber-thieves can't easily gain entrance to your data and applications, even if they have stolen credentials. How does it work? Get this infographic.

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The Right Way to AI

How do you successfully roll out AI in your organization? In this article, you'll get Information and advice on creating an AI-forward company, with steps to take to ensure a smoother adoption process.

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Saturday, August 31, 2024

Fuel Application Innovation with AI Cloud Services

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, leveraging AI is crucial for organizations to stay competitive. The Microsoft-commissioned Forrester report, "Fuel Application Innovation With Cloud AI Services," explores five use cases for implementing AI in the cloud and enabling businesses to quickly realize value and drive innovation. Discover how knowledge mining, document process automation, speech transcription and analytics, machine translation and conversational AI can reshape your applications and create a competitive edge. Discover 4 key findings based on an online survey of over 500 technical decision makers responsible for AI implementation at their companies. Gain insights into implementing AI without the need for a large data science team. Download the report now to fuel your application innovation.

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Friday, August 30, 2024

AGL Global Channel Sales

Precision livestock and animal monitoring solutions company AGL aimed to expand and scale its service offerings to quantify and monitor the health, welfare and productivity of animals by seeking internet of things (IoT) Edge support from TD SYNNEX.

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Inclusive collaboration for the modern conference room | Cisco Room Kit EQ

This illustrative video on the Cisco Room Kit EQ shows the meeting room devices, configurations, and use cases for the solution.

More than a PC. A work-changing powerhouse

Your hybrid workforce needs the advantages of an innovative PC experience with AI-based features that help people work smarter. See this informative infographic highlighting the future-forward line of HP PCs powered by AMD Ryzen™ PRO processors with all of the tools needed to work anywhere, anytime.

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Thursday, August 29, 2024

Generative AI in Microsoft's Customer Service and Support: Learnings from Microsoft's successful deployment of Copilot to Customer Service and Support (CSS)

In this whitepaper, you will get an in-depth look at the transformative effects of using Copilot in Dynamics 365 Customer Service. Read the paper for details on how Microsoft's deployment across one of the world's largest customer support organizations revealed practical best practices and results that include 9% faster First Response rate, 12-16% decrease in Average Handle Time and more case resolutions without peer assistance. Download your complimentary copy of the whitepaper, "GenAI at Microsoft" to be inspired by the potential of Copilot to enhance productivity and significantly improve your customer experience. Contact for guidance on implementing Copilot in your service operations.

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AWS for Health: Meeting the Challenges of Healthcare IT

This eBook delves deep into how AWS addresses the IT hurdles that healthcare providers face, ensuring seamless patient experiences and streamlined operations.

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Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Cisco Room Kit EQ

This eBook explains the features, components, benefits, and configurations of the Cisco Room Kit EQ.

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A Business Revolution

PCs powered by the @Snapdragon® X Elite Compute Platform are the devices you need to bring Copilot+ AI experiences to life today. Reply to see how it's done.

Prepare for the future now

The latest Dell PCs offer built-in AI solutions that can help streamline IT performance. Get this brochure to see how the latest features from Dell Optimizer, Windows 11 and Microsoft InTune maximize the potential of AI and help organizations prepare for the future.

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Build and Modernize Intelligent Apps

We know that intelligent apps allow you to rapidly build and deploy innovative solutions that deliver more value for your customers and employees. But where do you start? Download this informative eBook from Microsoft Azure that highlights five key reasons to build intelligent apps and what they can do for your organization.

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Will AI fix work? Work Trend Index Annual Report

AI assistants like Microsoft's Copilot are working alongside people, freeing us from routine tasks and giving us more time to innovate. In this article, learn why organizations that embrace AI will increase productivity and innovation in the workforce.

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Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Surface for Healthcare

This eBook describes the value of the Surface device portfolio for healthcare organizations and the patients they serve.

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EDP: powering the global energy transition using Microsoft Intelligent Data Platform, AI and IoT technology

Portuguese energy provider EDP is on a mission to drive sustainability in the sector and become net zero by 2040. That begins with data. Over the past few years, the company has been migrating its IT system to the cloud and embracing a data-driven vision that's allowing it to implement insights-based initiatives across its markets. Fast forward to present day, the organization has now moved on to deploy machine learning, artificial intelligence and IoT technology to make even more of the data and insights it generates. And ultimately get one step closer to making the world less polluted and decarbonized.

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Taking control of TCO is always a priority. What tech procurement choices can you make to meet your TCO goals?

A PC refresh is an opportunity to revisit your TCO goals. Reply to discuss strategies for lowering TCO with @Windows 11 Pro devices.

Copilot in Teams Meetings

Watch this brief demo video to see how Microsoft's Copilot in Teams helps you run more effective meetings, get up to speed on the conversation, organize key discussion points, and summarize key actions so that the entire group knows what to do next. Ready to take the work out of working together. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc.

Pro-grade performance within reach

Pro-grade performance within reach

Monday, August 26, 2024

The four stages of creating a trust fabric with identity and network security

This interesting article from Microsoft will help you understand the four stages of creating a digital trust "fabric" to strengthen security for your distributed enterprise. Zero trust is an approach to security that continuously monitors and authenticates users and applications to make sure they are, in fact, authorized to access the data or applications. Read this article to learn more about Microsoft security and zero trust solutions.

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Revolutionizing IT operations for sustainable business growth

For a local company turned global, rapid expansion created a challenge when it came to managing PCs and devices for all its subsidiaries. Read this case study to see why AVK Holding chose Dell's APEX PC-as-a-Service to meet its needs. Contact us to discuss how Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help with a solution that meets yours.

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Executive Summary: Will AI Fix Work?

The number one obstacle to productivity is too many meetings, according to this infographic with the results of a workforce survey by Microsoft. Find out what other issues are stifling innovation and productivity in the workforce - and how AI can help - by downloading the infographic.

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Saturday, August 24, 2024

Start benefitting from the latest WIN 11 Pro devices innovations.

The latest generation of innovative Windows 11 Pro PCs help set the standard for security and productivity in the modern workplace. Use this guide to learn about the latest updates available in Windows 11 Pro, learn how your organization can benefit from premium Windows 11 Pro PCs, and see examples of the broad diversity of premium commercial devices available to secure any opportunity. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for assistance in selecting the Windows 11 Pro device for your organization.

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Friday, August 23, 2024

Mike's Bikes: Pedaling toward omnichannel customer experiences with digital price tags

This article focuses on how Mike's Bikes deployed cloud-managed Cisco Meraki MR access points for Wi-Fi connectivity in all of its retail and warehouse locations, along with Meraki MX security and SD-WAN appliances to future-proof their network reliability and security.

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Prepare for the future now

Achieve greater, more secure productivity using AI. Download this brochure to see how Dell PCs maximize AI potential with the protection of advanced data privacy and security measures. Contact us for a one-on-one consultation.

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Thursday, August 22, 2024

HP ZBook Firefly

An amazingly sleek and powerful laptop is just waiting to join your fleet. Reply to hear from one of our @HP experts today who will show you why the @HP ZBook Firefly AMD is your smartest purchase.

Meet Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 for Business

This video highlights the features and benefits of the Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 for Business PCs.

7 generative AI innovations from AWS Summit New York 2023

What are the latest generative AI innovations from AWS? This article features the highlights from the AWS Summit New York 2023—plus videos from the speakers who presented this year's event.

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Wednesday, August 21, 2024

Get more out of hybrid meetings with Teams Rooms and Copilot

When it comes to hybrid meetings, many Teams users struggle to capture key meeting insights without efficient ways to track decisions and manage tasks. Fortunately, Microsoft has a solution that will put an end to those struggles. In this blog post, discover how Copilot, when paired with Teams Rooms devices, enables your employees to get smarter insights, tasks and decisions from your meetings, all in a Teams environment. Reach out to Microsoft Teams expert Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for assistance getting started with Teams Rooms and Copilot.

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The Total Economic Impact™ Of Meraki MV Smart Cameras

This Forrester report examines the total economic impact (TEI) of Cisco Meraki MV smart cameras. a cost-effective, flexible solution for physical security.

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Performance Reborn

What makes Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X Elite so special? There are many reasons, but a major one is security. With Snapdragon X Elite, you can be assured of strong security to protect your sensitive data and intellectual property. Download this datasheet and learn how.

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Surface Pro 10

This datasheet shows the many features and benefits of the new Surface Pro 10, especially when configured as a desktop device.

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Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Project Gutenberg brings free audiobooks to the global community with AI-generated book narration

When Microsoft learned that the oldest digital library and leading distributor of free eBooks wanted to make its collection more accessible to a broader community of members, including the visually impaired, and those without access to traditional libraries, they donated their generative AI driven solutions, enabling Project Gutenberg to create nearly 5,000 new audio books in record time. Ready to open a bright new chapter in your company's transformation to the Cloud? Azure AI techspert Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help you get started.

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Improve hybrid meetings in BYOD rooms.

More than 85% of meeting spaces globally are not video enabled, with BYOD rooms accounting for many of these spaces. But no worries. Microsoft has a solution. Watch this video to learn how new AI-enhanced features in Microsoft Teams enable your employees to easily connect their PCs to A/V in the room to get Teams meetings up and running fast. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to get plugged into a better, more inclusive hybrid working environment.

With @Microsoft Copilot, there are so many ways to help your employees work better. Message us for a consultation on Copilot and the power of #AI. @msftcopilot

With @Microsoft Copilot, there are so many ways to help your employees work better. Message us for a consultation on Copilot and the power of #AI. @msftcopilot

Worried about the #security of employees who want to work anywhere? With our @DellTech PC offerings, you can rest easy. Reply to learn how.

Worried about the #security of employees who want to work anywhere? With our @DellTech PC offerings, you can rest easy. Reply to learn how.

How Microsoft customer service and support agents become super agents with Copilot in Dynamics 365 Customer Service

In this week's customer story you will discover how Dynamics 365 Customer Service with Copilot integration transforms customer service reps into 'super agents'. You will learn the details of how Copilot's advanced AI capabilities empower agents to excel by streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency and ensuring superior support delivery. Ready to transition from mundane tasks to complex problem-solving and elevate customer service? Contact us to discuss how can get you started.

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Monday, August 19, 2024

HP ZBook Firefly AMD

Living with lags and crashes is so last year! For ultra-fast computing in an easily transportable size, watch this video about the HP ZBook Firefly AMD, the powerful solution for a workforce needing the performance to run several pro apps and open large files simultaneously. Isn't it time to ask yourself, can your current laptop fleet keep up?

How implementing a trust fabric strengthens identity and network

Ensuring that only authorized end users and applications can access your enterprise data is fundamental to strong IT security. But traditional identity access management (IAM) security comes with multiple challenges, including the rise of AI deepfakes and other AI-enabled threats. In this article, Microsoft explains its zero-trust approach to security.

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@Snapdragon X Elite supercharges your PCs to support employee productivity, focus and engagement and positions you for the future. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to learn more. Coastal Computer Systems Inc. @Snapdragon X Elite

@Snapdragon X Elite supercharges your PCs to support employee productivity, focus and engagement and positions you for the future. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to learn more. Coastal Computer Systems Inc. @Snapdragon X Elite

Sunday, August 18, 2024

2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report Exec Summary

In the 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report from Microsoft and LinkedIn, analysts surveyed knowledge workers and their employers about their attitudes toward AI. Download this executive summary of the report and find out how your organization compares.

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Rethinking email signatures

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, IT teams continuously grapple with the challenge of managing company email signatures effectively. Microsoft's eBook, 'Rethinking Email Signatures with Exclaimer,' illuminates a more efficient and less labor-intensive approach to this often-overlooked task. Traditional email signature management methods are notoriously time-consuming and costly, but Exclaimer streamlines the process with a centralized management system. This insightful eBook reveals how Exclaimer can address common IT challenges, such as inconsistent rendering across different devices and the tedious nature of manual updates. Key benefits include preventing signature stacking, ensuring complete and accurate contact details, and seamless integration with both cloud and on-premises environments. With Exclaimer, marketing teams gain control over the design and messaging of signatures, promoting brand consistency and compliance, while IT teams can shift their focus to strategic initiatives, confident in the reliability of the signature management system. is here to guide you through the implementation process, helping you optimize your email signatures and maintain your company's professional image.

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Simplifying cloud migration and modernization with Microsoft Azure

Migrating to the cloud and modernizing resources in today's rapidly changing and complex internet landscape can be a major challenge for organizations like yours. Fortunately, a solution is at hand. Download this eBook for an in-depth exploration of cloud migration best practices, strategies, and use cases. Use it to equip your employees and IT team with actionable insights they need to navigate complexities, mitigate risks, and maximize the benefits of Azure for your customers. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to discuss simplifying and modernizing your migration to the cloud with Azure.

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Saturday, August 17, 2024

The Total Economic Impact of Microsoft Azure AI

What's the financial impact of using a comprehensive AI solution? If you've wondered about this, read this Forrester analyst report in which six decision makers at five customer organizations were interviewed regarding their experience with Microsoft Azure AI and how it benefited the bottom line.

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Flysense FS300

Designed for use in sensitive areas where cameras and microphones are restricted, the FlySense FS300 provides real-time detection of substances like THC and nicotine - as well as anomalies to the environment such as loud, sustained noises associated with bullying - and provides immediate alerts, helping officials intervene more quickly. With features that include AI predictive forecasting and expert trainers, Soter Technologies provides schools with an effective and user-friendly solution to effectively monitor their school environment. Read this Solution Brief to learn how your institution can benefit from this technology. is ready to talk with you about the FlySense FS300.

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Friday, August 16, 2024

Surface Pro Family Portfolio

This datasheet shows the various models available in the Surface Pro Family, including the Surface Pro 9, Surface Pro 9 with 5G, and Surface Pro 10 with optional 5G.

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OneCause Case Study

Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, OneCause is a company known for its innovative platform that assists nonprofits in planning, managing and optimizing fundraising events. To help them accomplish their mission, they lease 1600 Apple iPads. Read this customer story to learn how FileWave endpoint management specialists helps the IT team at OneCause deploy hundreds of iPads to synchronize with the FileWave server, load their managed profile and issue a mass refresh to hundreds of iPads in just a few hours. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information on how you can bring greater endpoint efficiency to your IT operations.

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Onward with security that let's Broadway play a bigger role in the community.

The Broadway League is the national trade association for the Broadway industry. Its 700-plus members include theater owners and operators, producers and presenters, as well as suppliers of goods and services to the commercial theater industry. Read its story to learn how Windows 11 Pro protected the league's technology-dependent environment from an unending stream of bad cyber actors and enabled employees to stay productive and safe. Want to keep cyber crooks from ruining your show? Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to get started with Windows 11 Pro.

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Cisco Smart SMB Solutions Guide

This eBook provides details on the portfolio of Cisco Smart SMB solutions, including Meraki cloud-enabled sensors, cameras, dashboard, and applications.

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Thursday, August 15, 2024

Beyond Form and Structure: AI and Generative Design in AEC

Suddenly, computer-aided design is about to go the way of the traditional drafting board as AI promises to fundamentally change the way building structures are designed. See what the future holds in A/E/C in this illuminating article about how generative AI can improve building quality, reduce waste and lower costs. Then reach out, an HP expert from Coastal Computer Systems Inc. is ready to help you get started.

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Plan chart

This latest Infographic from Microsoft shows the details of Exclaim's email signature plan options. Use it to help your customers incorporate this valuable tool into their organization's communication strategy.

Change the Way You Work

What makes Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X Elite so special? There are many reasons, but one major one is security. With Snapdragon X Elite, you can be assured of strong security to protect your sensitive data and intellectual property. Download this infographic and learn how.

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Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Copilot in Dynamics 365 Customer Service

Discover how you can use the power of generative AI to transform agent experiences with Microsoft Copilot Dynamics 365 Customer Service. View this quick-hitting infographic for an at-a-glance of the impact AI is having on the success of customer service teams and the Copilot in Customer Service capabilities behind it. From finding answers to writing emails to generating actionable analytics for decision-making, Microsoft Copilot Dynamics 365 Customer Service is improving the performance of customer service teams in game-changing ways. Contact us to discuss how Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help put the power of generative AI to work for your customer service team.

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Meet the New Microsoft Surface Pro

This video shows the many features and benefits of the new Surface Pro, 11th Edition, highlighting its AI capabilities by enabling Copilot.

Matthews International Testimonial

Educating users in a company on changing technology, policies and procedures is a challenge for any IT team. Resistance to change is high. Dan DeRusha, Workstation Automation Engineer for Matthews International, relies on FileWave's automated capabilities to empower over 11,000 employees across 25 countries with the technology they need to get the job done. And allow him to take a vacation. FileWave can help simplify complex IT tasks and enhance the overall performance and security of your organization's digital infrastructure. Watch the video to get lessons learned from Matthews International. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to get started with FileWave.

How reliable has @Windows 11 Pro security been for your organization? Only you know. Share your experience in a reply. Don't have Windows 11 Pro? Reply to discuss updating your cyber security platform.

How reliable has @Windows 11 Pro security been for your organization? Only you know. Share your experience in a reply. Don't have Windows 11 Pro? Reply to discuss updating your cyber security platform.

Migrate to Azure with Confidence

Migrating to the cloud can be a daunting task, fraught with complexities that can leave even the most seasoned IT professionals feeling overwhelmed. From navigating the intricate process of cloud adoption to optimizing investments and mitigating risks, the road to the cloud is often paved with obstacles. However, you don't have to go it alone. Read this infographic for a detailed look at how you can unlock the full potential of your Windows Server investments. Understand the benefits of partnering with MS Azure migration experts who can guide you through the complexities of cloud processes, optimizing your investments and minimizing implementation risks. Ready to unlock the full potential of your Windows Server investments? Contact an Azure migration expert at Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to get started.

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Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Paytronix migrates 250 million unique customer profiles to Microsoft Azure within two hours

A major provider of customized digital experiences for restaurant and convenience store guests was exploring the expansion of its services into global markets when it realized it needed a scalable platform that would grow with them. Read this illuminating customer story showing how Paytronix migrated to Microsoft Azure and has seen their platform become faster, more secure and cost efficient.

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​​Microsoft is a Leader in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Protection Platforms

As a Microsoft Security partner, we're proud - but not surprised - that Microsoft was named a Leader in the "2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Protection Platforms." Microsoft's advanced endpoint security protection continues to help organizations protect their endpoints against even the most sophisticated attacks. In this article, you'll read about Defender for Endpoint and its many capabilities.

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Keeping a finger on the pulse of your employees' AI appetite is essential to fostering adoption of AI tools. How are you promoting AI in the workplace? Leave a comment or question. @msftcopilot

Keeping a finger on the pulse of your employees' AI appetite is essential to fostering adoption of AI tools. How are you promoting AI in the workplace? Leave a comment or question. @msftcopilot

#AI-infused PCs and workstations are here! Reply and tell us how we can help you unlock the full potential of #GenerativeAI at work with @DellTech PCs.

#AI-infused PCs and workstations are here! Reply and tell us how we can help you unlock the full potential of #GenerativeAI at work with @DellTech PCs.

Monday, August 12, 2024

Forrester TEI study shows 315% ROI when modernizing customer service with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Service

Week 1's focus is on "Leveling Up Customer Service with Microsoft Dynamics 365." Microsoft's latest blog post reveals an impressive 315% ROI for businesses that modernize their customer service using Dynamics 365 Customer Service. This comprehensive Forrester TEI study highlights the tangible benefits of upgrading service operations, including improved efficiency and customer satisfaction. This blog post contains valuable insights that will help you understand the specific financial impacts of implementing Dynamics 365 Customer Service. It's truly an invaluable resource for organizations like yours that are looking to achieve substantial returns on investment through a transformed customer service strategy. is ready to help you explore these benefits and integrate this powerful solution into your business operations. Check it out. Read on and let us help you transform your service delivery.

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Can generative AI give architects and engineers new insights into sustainable and cost-effective building practices? Reply to share your ideas for how AI can serve the A/E/C industries.

Can generative AI give architects and engineers new insights into sustainable and cost-effective building practices? Reply to share your ideas for how AI can serve the A/E/C industries.

Keep your big ideas to yourself

Keep your big ideas to yourself. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to learn Snapdragon X Elite can help.

Saturday, August 10, 2024

Report — CISCO Secure Security Survey Report

Is your industrial organization prepared to defend its Operational Technology (OT) and Industrial Control System (ICS) environment from cyberattack? That's the question Cisco set out to answer in a Q3 2022 survey of IT, OT, InfoSec and engineering professionals around the world. Conducted in partnership with Gartner Peer Insights and Takepoint Research, the survey sheds light on the perfect OT cybersecurity storm that's headed your way and how to prevent the havoc it could wreak. Download the report to be prepared with actions you can take now to step up your OT security initiatives. Contact the Cisco cybersecurity experts from Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for implementation guidance and support.

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Buzzing on Microsoft Teams Rooms technology internally at Microsoft

Explore inclusive hybrid meeting experiences for both our employees here at Microsoft and for our Microsoft Teams Rooms customers. Read this blog article for the latest news about how Microsoft Digital (MSD), Microsoft's IT organization, creates inclusive cutting-edge hybrid meeting experiences for both their employees at Microsoft and their Microsoft Teams Rooms customers.

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A Modern AI PC Design

The new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro, based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite SoC, feature high performance for AI, graphics, data science and other heavy workloads. The result is fast response, power efficiencies, long battery life, and more. Download the eBook to find out how this new high-powered AI laptop can revolutionize your PC experience.

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Magic Quadrant for Sales Force Automation Platforms

Sales force automation (SFA) platforms have been around for years, but they continue to evolve. Thanks to the advent of AI, some applications are also providing intelligent insights, data analysis and content generation - as well as automating routine administrative tasks. In this Gartner Magic Quadrant for SFA platforms, you'll get the details on the most prominent SFA providers and their solutions, and learn why Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales was rated a Leader in SFA solutions,

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Achieving Sales Success with AI

You don't want to spend your valuable work time on trivial tasks and neither do your employees. According to a Microsoft survey, nearly 90 percent of workers with access to automation and AI-powered tools feel more fulfilled because they can spend time on work that truly matters. AI can not only automate tasks but do research, draft presentations and emails, and help your salespeople identify the best prospects. View this infographic to find out how much AI can help your people spend more time selling and less on administrative tasks.

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Friday, August 9, 2024

Cisco IoT: Threat Defense

Cyberattacks are costing industries like yours billions each year. New threats continue to multiply on a daily basis. Cisco Security Systems for Industrial Operations keep out and contain cyber criminals while countering new threats with advanced security protocols embedded across your entire organization. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to start protecting your company's data and bottom line.

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Introducing Cisco Meraki MS130 and MS130R Cloud-Managed Switches

The new Cisco Meraki MS130 and MS 130R cloud-managed switches provide more bandwidth and flexibility, and the MS130R is specially designed for rugged, outdoor environments.

Pangaea Data builds novel AI with Azure to foster collaboration and improve patient outcomes while saving UK NHS £1 billion

UK-based Pangaea Data's product platform combines artificial intelligence (AI) and medical guidelines to characterize patients across 7,000 hard-to-diagnose conditions. When the Pangaea Data team determined they needed a cloud-based platform that could meet the rigorous security and privacy requirements of the healthcare industry, they turned to Azure AI Technology and Services for a solution. Read this customer success story for details on how Pangaea and Microsoft worked together to improve outcomes, save billions, and expand patient reach. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to discuss deploying Azure's AI cloud-based platform in your healthcare system.

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Microsoft is a leader in the 2023 IDC MarketScape for AI Governance Platforms

There are many AI governance platforms in the marketplace, but only one has been recognized as a Leader in the inaugural IDC MarketScape Worldwide AI Governance Platforms 2023 Vendor Assessment. See why Microsoft was granted this honor in this blog post showing why organizations choose it to scale their AI innovations with confidence.

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Thursday, August 8, 2024

Cyber Signals Feb 2024

Worried about AI-powered cybersecurity threats? Then you'll be glad to know that Microsoft's security solutions deliver protection against cyberthreats and other security breaches with advanced AI-enabled security technologies and tactics. Learn why Microsoft is the leading cybersecurity vendor in this issue of Microsoft Threat Intelligence: Cyber Signals 2024. Download your complimentary copy of the report and contact us to learn about Coastal Computer Systems Inc.'s Microsoft Security offerings.

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AI Data Drop: The 11 by 11 Tipping Point

Are your employees eager adopters of AI tools — or not so much? Their level of enthusiasm may depend on how much time savings they think they're getting by using the tools. In this survey of Microsoft Copilot users, researchers asked how much time they saved and where they experienced the greatest improvements in their work. The results? Read the article for insight on what to expect on the path to AI adoption.

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Drive your business into the future

Your hybrid workforce needs the advantages of an innovative PC experience with AI-based features that help people work smarter. See this informative infographic highlighting the future-forward line of HP PCs powered by AMD Ryzen™ PRO processors with all of the tools needed to work anywhere, anytime.

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Introducing Surface Laptop 5

This stunning video shows this PC with multitasking speed powered by 12th Gen Intel® Core™ processors, up to 17 hours of battery life, Windows 11, and a vibrant touchscreen.

Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Southeastern Virginia Health System boosts the quality of patient care on Windows 11 Pro

By upgrading to Windows 11 Pro, Southeastern Virginia Health System (SEVHS) strengthened the security of its technology, more effectively safeguarded sensitive patient data, and eases compliance with multiple regulatory frameworks. Read their success story for insights on how Window 11 Pro can help your IT team, providers and administrators work more productively on their Windows 11 Pro devices to provide patients with more secure and higher-quality care during in-clinic and remote appointments. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to discuss putting AI-enhanced Windows Pro to work in your organization.

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Cisco Remote SMB

Remote workers elicit specific challenges to IT teams in the guise of networking and security, and Cisco has solutions that address them all.

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 Promotional Flyer

This flyer provides details on the Surface Laptop 5 discount available through September 30, 2024.

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Cisco IoT: Intelligence Beyond

In modern industry, collecting, connecting and protecting intelligence is essential to moving forward. Cisco IoT delivers the advanced security solutions required to activate intelligence everywhere — all the way to the IoT edge. Watch this video to be inspired. Get in touch when you're ready to discuss moving forward with one of our Cisco IoT experts.

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Tuesday, August 6, 2024

How are real-world organizations benefiting from Windows 11 Pro today?

How is your organization benefiting from #AI infused @Windows 11 Pro today? Share your experience in a reply.

Experience AI-enhanced meetings in every Teams Room

Watch this short video to see how easily you can level up productivity with AI-powered intelligent meeting Recap and the Copilot in Teams experience - even with your existing hardware. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. when you are ready to create a more inclusive, productive hybrid work environment.

Navigating NIS2 requirements with Microsoft Security solutions

If your business is in healthcare, finance or energy, you should be getting ready for the Network and Information Security Directive 2 (NIS2), an expansion of NIS1, the European Union (EU) cybersecurity directive that enforces cybersecurity risk management standards and reporting obligations. Read this Microsoft article to get an overview and links to other resources.

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Monday, August 5, 2024

🎰What's the magic number? How much time do employees need to save to be sold on #AI? Share your best guesses and one of our Microsoft Copilot specialists will answer. @msftcopilot

🎰What's the magic number? How much time do employees need to save to be sold on #AI? Share your best guesses and one of our Microsoft Copilot specialists will answer. @msftcopilot

The Future of AI is now built into your PC with Ryzen AI

AI promises to change the way businesses, organizations and governments operate, which is why we're at an exciting moment with AMD Ryzen AI. Watch this video highlighting the world's first dedicated AI engine within an x86 PC processor, which allows for AI applications to run directly on your PC and unburdens the CPU and GPU to focus on other tasks.

Sunday, August 4, 2024

Copilot in Teams and Intelligent recap | After the meeting

Watch this short demo video for a look at how quickly Copilot in Teams builds on the highlights available from Intelligent recap and helps you dig deeper into the meeting context so you can stay in sync on what comes next. Ready to make Copilot in Teams a permanent member of your hybrid workforce? Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help you get started.

Why Imperium for Healthcare

This week at , we're featuring an info-rich Infographic titled 'Why Imperium for Healthcare', courtesy of Microsoft. By engaging with this informative visual, you will understand how Imperium utilizes Microsoft Dynamics and the Power Platform to reshape the healthcare industry. Key highlights include a dramatic reduction in patient re-admission rates and operating costs, expedited contract updates from 5 days to 1 hour, and a suite of healthcare products designed to enhance patient care and compliance. Check it out for more details about the Imperium Health Cloud, Appointment Reminder, Good Faith and other innovative tools that not only improve patient satisfaction but also equip healthcare providers like yourself with robust analytics for better decision-making. Experience the benefits of reduced patient wait times and HIPAA-compliant communication today. is excited to support your digital transformation journey in healthcare. Visit Imperium Dynamics for more information and see how our partnership can benefit your organization.

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Saturday, August 3, 2024

Why Imperium for Manufacturing

If you are in manufacturing business and want to significantly improve producitivity and profitability, you will want to take a look at our latest infographic titled 'Why Imperium for Manufacturing,' sponsored by Microsoft that highlights Imperium's powerful impact on production scheduling through cloud-based solutions. There's no time like the present to take the first steps toward a more streamlined and profitable digital manufacturing operation. So, don't miss the chance to transform your manufacturing business with the support from a trusted Microsoft partner like .

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Paid Program: Why It's Time to Invest in AI

Learn how organizations are using generative AI in the cloud to drive innovation and power new possibilities.

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Cisco Meraki MX Datasheet

This family datasheet presents the line of Meraki MX Cloud-Managed Security and SD-WAN solutions.

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Introducing modern data governance for the era of AI

We are excited to announce a reimagined data governance experience within Microsoft Purview, available in preview April 8, 2024. Learn more.

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Friday, August 2, 2024

A leadership view on deploying Microsoft Copilot for Security

In this Microsoft Security video, you'll hear from security experts that have used Microsoft Copilot for Security to enhance security staff knowledge, take on mundane SOC tasks, and free security leadership to focus on high-priority cybersecurity goals and challenges. Watch the video and contact us to discuss how Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help prevent security team burnout at your organization.

AI at the helm: How Wallenius Wilhelmsen's adoption of Viva and Copilot is shaping its future

Transportation logistics company Wallenius Wilhelmsen has discovered the power of AI to help it modernize and streamline its operations. In this article, you'll read how the company implemented Microsoft's AI assistant, Copilot, and the Microsoft Viva employee experience platform to enhance employee communication and encourage AI adoption. Read the story to learn how Wallenius Wilhelmsen is using these innovative solutions to more closely align operations with strategic goals.

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HP PCs powered by AMD Ryzen™ Pro processors are some of the world's most secure PCs

When employees are working in a secure environment, they're likely to be more productive and collaborative. Find out what you need to make that happen in this solution brief highlighting HP's unique multi-layered security that's amplified by AMD Ryzen™ PRO security to help defeat threats at every level. HP experts, Coastal Computer Systems Inc., are ready to show you the latest in defending your vulnerable devices and digital assets from attack. Contact us.

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Imperium Introduction

Unlock the full potential of digital transformation with custom technology and services from Imperium Dynamics that extend the value of Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Power Platform applications. No matter your company's size or industry, Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help you transform seamlessly with Imperium Dynamics offerings. Watch this video for an introduction.

Thursday, August 1, 2024

The Forrester Wave™: Sales Force Automation, Q3, 2023

Companies use sales force automation (SFA) to help them identify, win and retain customers. But SFA solutions offer different capabilities. In this Forrester Wave, analysts rate the top SFA vendors and list their strong points. Read the report and see who came out on top. Hint: Microsoft ranked in the Leader category.

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AWS offers new artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI guides to plan your AI strategy

This article on the AWS blog outlines ways in which you can plan your AI strategy. It also documents AWS's efforts in democratizing understanding and accessing AI and ML.

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Dell Integrated Systems for Microsoft Azure Stack HCI

Are management and compliance complexities impeding your efforts to implement a more robust and responsive multi-cloud strategy? Microsoft's comprehensive Azure cloud strategy not only addresses the need for agile cloud-based IaaS requirements, but also simplifies management, security and compliance of distributed IT assets, both in the cloud and your on-premises core or Edge infrastructure. Check out the solution brief for details.

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Elevate Every Workstyle

It is no secret that most businesses, large or small, are constantly on the hunt for technology that will give them an advantage over their competition. Check out the Premium Device Guide for the latest devices, applications and services in Windows 11 that enable employees to be better prepared and organized, and come up with fresh, creative solutions. Windows 11 Pro tech consultant Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help you decide which combination of Windows 11 Pro devices, applications and services work best for your business.

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Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Copilot in Teams | Get meeting overviews

With so many meetings and so little time, organizing meeting action items so you can get to what's important quickly is essential. Watch this video for a demo of how Copilot in Teams works to create a meeting overview almost instantly—if not sooner.

Unlock the full potential of generative AI at work

Generative AI (GenAI) is changing work. As more and more employees feel comfortable with GenAI in their lives, they are looking for ways it can improve the workplace. Read this solution brief to learn about the role Dell Technologies plays in workplace transformation with AI-infused solutions including PCs.

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A Business Revolution

PCs powered by the @Snapdragon® X Elite Compute Platform are the devices you need to bring Copilot+ AI experiences to life today. Reply to see how it's done.

Microsoft Surface Pro 9 Promotional Flyer

This flyer provides details on the Surface Pro 9 discount available through September 30, 2024.

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Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Introducing Copilot Pro: Supercharge your Creativity and Productivity

Whether you need advanced help with writing, coding, designing, researching, or learning, Copilot Pro delivers the AI-enhanced power your workforce needs to elevate everyone's workstyle. Check out the video. But don't blink; 38 seconds will go by before you can say "CoPilot Pro from Microsoft Windows 11 Pro will supercharge your company's creativity and productivity." Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to begin empowering your organization's employees to achieve more.

Siemens Teamcenter and Microsoft Azure solve the tough challenges with a modern PLM

Deployed on Azure, Siemens offers customers full visibility up and down the product lifecycle from planning to manufacturing to purchasing. Read their story for an in-depth discussion of how Siemens Teamcenter and Microsoft Azure AI are giving customers an edge over the competition, and enabling new, better products to roll out around the world. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to future proof your PLM with Microsoft AI technology.

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How to Safeguard your generative AI applications in Azure AI

With Azure AI, you have a convenient one-stop-shop for building generative AI applications and putting responsible AI into practice. Watch this useful video to learn the basics of building, evaluating and monitoring a safety system that meets your organization's unique requirements and leads you to AI success.

Microsoft 365 Copilot | Get up to speed

Watch this brief video to learn how Copilot can spare you embarrassment and keep you up to speed even when you log in late for a meeting. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to make Microsoft 365 Copilot a permanent Teams member.

Microsoft unveils expansion of AI for security and security for AI at Microsoft Ignite

Do you have all the cybersecurity talent you need to ensure a fully functioning SOC? If you're like many companies, you have gaps in your cybersecurity team, thanks to a growing lack of cybersecurity professionals. This lack of talent, combined with the sophistication of many cyberattacks, is making AI-enabled security solutions much more advantageous. As this in-depth article shows, Microsoft has a range of AI-powered security solutions that can make your SOC run much more smoothly and effectively, even with fewer human cybersecurity staff. Read the article and contact us to discuss how Coastal Computer Systems Inc.'s team of experts can help close your cybersecurity talent gaps.

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Monday, July 29, 2024

Meet the Future of Computing with AI PCs

The era of AI is upon us. AI is part of everything including PCs from Dell Technologies. Read this blog to learn what an AI PC is and how Dell Technologies is building AI PCs that offer users unique advantages. Let Coastal Computer Systems Inc. demonstrate how AI can be a great addition to your organization. Contact us to explore the possibilities.

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A Finance Exec on How AI Pays Off

 Marna Ricker, Global Vice Chair at EY, explains why AI is a game changer for all data-driven fields and shares her thoughts on how finance leaders can leverage AI in everything from taxes to strategic planning. Read the article for ideas on how AI can be a game changer for your organization.

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Protect your users from new threats

Don't give an inch 📏to the bad guys! Protect your teams with @HP PCs with HP Wolf Security and @AMD Ryzen™ PRO processors, to guard against cyberattacks. Reply to hear from Coastal Computer Systems Inc. about arranging a demo. @hpsecurity

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales Acceleration Guided Tour

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales with the sales accelerator feature helps salespeople identify leads and get AI-based recommendations for sales activities to speed each deal. Visit this Microsoft demonstration website to see all of the capabilities in Microsoft Dynamics 365 with Sales Accelerator.

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Saturday, July 27, 2024

IDC Spotlight: Preparing for disruption with IT resilience

Visit this link to gain access to an insightful report from IDC that will help you prepare your organization for IT disruptions. If you'd like to learn more, feel free to get in touch with us today.

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Copilot in Teams: Discern Opinions Quickly

Watch this brief video for a demonstration of Copilot in Teams capability to discern and summarize quickly and concisely the concerns and perspectives of meeting participants. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to get started with Copilot in Teams.

New Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Copilot innovations for supply chain, sales, and service join the 2024 release wave 1

Microsoft is announcing capabilities for Dynamics 365 that help professionals across business functions transform customer experiences. Learn more.

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Friday, July 26, 2024

How IT keeps remote workers productive

This infographic examines the IT challenges and priorities to enable remote work productivity, and how Cisco cloud-led solutions solve them.

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Microsoft Defender Experts for XDR

If your cybersecurity team or SOC is overwhelmed, you should know about Microsoft's Defender Experts for XDR, a service that supports your in-house staff when needed. Powered by Microsoft's industry-leading Defender XDR suite, Defender Experts for XDR can help your security team to triage, investigate and respond to incidents and help stop attackers before they can get to your data. Download and read this Microsoft datasheet to get all the details.

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Thursday, July 25, 2024

Copilot for Microsoft 365: A whole new way of working with the power of generative AI

In the age of AI, even small businesses can gain a competitive edge with help from generative AI tools. Download this eBook on Microsoft Copilot and see how much Copilot can do to help your business stay ahead of the competition.

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Increase your pace of innovation with AI

When you establish an intelligent, end-to-end foundation you can achieve outcomes faster. Dell Precision Workstations help simplify and accelerate the generative AI journey. Read this eBook to learn how Dell Technologies helps you empower employees to do their jobs smarter and faster with intelligent technology.

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More than a PC. A work-changing powerhouse

Your hybrid workforce needs the advantages of an innovative PC experience with AI-based features that help people work smarter. See this informative infographic highlighting the future-forward line of HP PCs powered by AMD Ryzen™ PRO processors with all of the tools needed to work anywhere, anytime.

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Surface Pro Copilot+ PC Product Spec Sheet

This datasheet highlights the new Surface Pro, a PC powered by the Snapdragon® X Elite and Plus processors, for high productivity, on-device and exceptional, all-day battery life.

View: Surface Pro Copilot+ PC Product Spec Sheet

Run an Azure Hybrid and Multicloud Environment

With data flowing in all directions — between the edge, the core and the cloud — enterprises like yours are seeking trusted solutions that give them the right level of control and security while keeping overheads low and allowing for cloud-speed innovation. In this guide, you will discover how Dell Technologies and Microsoft Azure work together to deliver the capability you need to streamline multicloud management, modernize business operations and deploy cloud native applications wherever it makes sense — all in a controlled and more secure way. Read the eBook for complete details. Contact Dell IT expert Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to begin taking total control of your IT infrastructure.

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Wednesday, July 24, 2024

10 top Windows 11 Pro device features

Check out the Premium Device Guide for a detailed look at the top 10 features and capabilities of Windows 11 Pro devices that that will help elevate every workstyle in your organization. These include options that fit all user types, while providing best-in-class security, manageability, and productivity through Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise and Microsoft 365. What's more, Forrester reported a 250% ROI on average for Windows 11 devices with Microsoft 365. So, check it out. Then contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for assistance selecting the best Windows 11 Pro devices for your organization.

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A Modern AI PC Design

There's a new AI laptop in town. The new Surface Laptop, and the new Surface Pro, based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite SoC, is the result of a partnership between Snapdragon and Microsoft to bring AI capabilities and the neural processing unit (NPU) to the personal computer. The result is elevated performance, power efficiencies, long battery life, and more. Download the eBook.

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Surface & ARM flyer

This flyer provides an overview of the Copilot+ Surface PC with the Qualcomm® Snapdragon® X series processors for high-performance, AI-ready capabilities.

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Your Infrastructure. Your Way: Take Total Control of Your IT Infrastructure

Delivering a consistent and secure experience across multiple locations can be a complex and challenging process as your organization scales. But it doesn't have to be. Check out this infographic to learn how with Dell Technologies and Microsoft Azure, you and your teams can access future-ready solutions that support fast and flexible innovation at scale and deliver you the competitive edge you need. When you are ready, Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help you take total control of your information, on your own terms.

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Tuesday, July 23, 2024

INSPIRE Environmental uses Azure AI to improve efficiency and streamline data analysis to meet the pace of offshore wind development

INSPIRE Environmental (INSPIRE), is a Venterra Group company dedicated to monitoring seafloor health. Labor-intensive data collection and analysis was impacting the quality of data and jeopardizing the company's long-standing reputation for delivering timely and reliable results. Read the story for details on how INSPIRE used Microsoft Azure AI solutions to analyze complex ocean data more quickly and efficiently, lower costs and reduce turnaround times for clients. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for more information on how Azure AI can streamline your transformation to the cloud.

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Del Monte Foods improves system uptime by 99.99%, saves 57% on infrastructure, and reduces security risk by 50%

When leadership at Del Monte Foods Inc. saw that their existing cloud infrastructure was leading to higher maintenance costs, limited scalability and performance bottlenecks, the company turned to Microsoft Azure as a solution. Read this revealing customer story highlighting how Del Monte reduced infrastructure costs and increased system uptime with the help of Azure and the Microsoft Defender security stack.

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Microsoft Copilot for Security provides immediate impact for the Microsoft Defender Experts team | Microsoft Security Blog

Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant offers great opportunities for helping SOCs and other security professionals in their work. That's why the Microsoft Defender Experts team has been exploring ways in which Copilot for Security can help them to streamline and optimize SOC capabilities — from improving communication clarity to data analysis and upskilling. In this article, Microsoft brings you a new series of short videos showing how Copilot is helping navigate threat detection, investigation, and managed response.

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Monday, July 22, 2024

Power your AI advantage with PowerEdge XE servers

Dell PowerEdge servers, designed with Intel and NVIDIA GPUs, help businesses drive AI and HPC to generate faster, smarter outcomes. Watch this video to learn more about the new Dell PowerEdge XE servers, the XE9680, XE8640, and XE9640.

HP and AMD. Built for the Future

Support your teams as the workplace evolves with future-forward HP PCs powered by AMD Ryzen™ PRO processors.

Change the Way You Work

With Snapdragon X series processors and Copilot+ PCs, you can be more innovative, collaborative and productive. Empower your employees with AI-enhanced experiences, fast performance, long battery life and amazing graphics. View the infographic and start learning about all you can accomplish with Snapdragon and Copilot+ PCs.

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Saturday, July 20, 2024

Belfius uses Microsoft Azure Machine Learning to help detect fraud and money laundering

When Belfius, a prominent Belgian bank, started using AI and Machine Learning in operations, they struggled to synergize results for monitoring potential illegal activity. What did they do? Read this insightful customer story showing how by using Azure Machine Learning, Azure Synapse Analytics and Azure Databricks Belfius improved development time, increased efficiency and gained reliability.

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Top 3 tips for using Microsoft Copilot in Teams

Watch this tutorial to learn how Microsoft Copilot in Teams can help catch you up when you're running late, inspire discussion topics, and even recommend ideas to help break the awkward silences. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to get started with Copilot in Teams.

Friday, July 19, 2024

AWS Checklist for Backup and Disaster Recovery

Do you have a backup and disaster recovery plan? Give this checklist from AWS Cloud a quick read to learn how you can improve your own plan.

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Generative AI Spurs Cloud Demand—and Competition

Welcome back!To help readers track the frenzy around generative artificial intelligence, we launched The Information's Generative AI Database, listing 39 startups that make AI models or build services on top of them. Together, those companies have raised more than $15 billion from more than 50 ...

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Introduction to End-User Monitoring with ThousandEyes

This video provides a view into day-to-day IT challenges and how Cisco ThousandEyes helps teams identify and resolve end-user issues.

Thursday, July 18, 2024

Modern devices for government flyer

This flyer highlights the value of the Surface device portfolio for government agencies, including AI experience, chip-to-cloud security, and easy IT management.

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Dell Named File and Object Storage Market Leader

Gartner has named Dell a Magic Quadrant Leader in file and object storage for eight consecutive years. Read this blog to see why and learn why the recognition is a testament to Dell's commitment to the future success of its partners.

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EPAM reimagines sales with Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Copilot for Sales

EPAM Systems Inc., an engineering and cloud consulting firm realized it had a problem with fragmented sales processes. With global sales teams across 55 countries using a variety of sales applications, efficiency was a challenge - and complicated. To reduce complexity and improve efficiency, the company decided to consolidate sales processes and applications on one platform, choosing Microsoft Dynamics 365 with Copilot for Sales. In this customer story, EPAM shares its experience and the results it achieved. Get the story.

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Disaster Recovery of Workloads on AWS: Recovery in the Cloud

Backup and recovery plans are essential to help you recover workloads should disaster strike. Check out this white paper for an in-depth look at what it takes to build a solid backup and recovery plan on AWS Cloud.

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Streamline IT operations with single ecosystem

Shifting to a more remote workforce has forced organizations to streamline their IT operations while reducing cost and complexity. Quite a challenge. Windows 11 Pro can help meet this challenge with devices that enable all role types while maintaining a single ecosystem for your IT team to manage. With Microsoft services and applications like App Assure and Test Base10 for Microsoft 365, Autopilot and Fast Track your IT team can plan, manage and migrate to the latest versions of Windows 11 with 99.7% application compatibility. Check out the Premium Device Guide for more details. Microsoft's Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help get your next migration streamlining in the right direction.

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Copilot for Microsoft 365: A whole new way of working with the power of generative AI

You'd be surprised how many tasks you do that Microsoft Copilot could do for you. From filtering and summarizing emails and texts to drafting reports, analyzing data for sales forecasts, and outlining presentations. Copilot for Microsoft 365 is grounded in Microsoft Graph, which contains all your work content and context, like emails, chats, call transcripts, documents, and more. Download your complimentary copy of this inspiring eBook to discover all the ways Copilot can give your employees a whole new way of working.

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Surface for Government Overview eBook

This eBook describes the value of the Surface device portfolio for government employees and the citizens they serve.

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Top 5 reasons to migrate to Azure VMware Solution

There are a lot of good reasons to migrate your VMware workloads from your datacenter to Azure with Azure VMware Solution (AVS). Get this infographic to see the top 5 reasons we think AVS is the optimal route to the cloud, and get in touch with Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to see how we can help.

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Tuesday, July 16, 2024

AI's Impact on Cloud Computing: 5 Ways AI Will Reshape the Cloud Industry

The AI boom in 2023 will have significant implications for cloud computing.

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Onward with security that lets Calgary Sports focus on their fans

Founded in 1980, Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation is a professional sports and entertainment company based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, that owns and operates five franchises across hockey, football, and lacrosse and manages two multi-purpose large capacity stadiums. Read this customer story to learn how Windows 11 Pro helps Calgary Sports keep everything from coaching videos to broadcast systems, from in-game feeds to business ops up and running so they can focus on their fans. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to get started with Windows 11 Pro.

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What is machine learning?

Processing mathematical models of data to help a computer learn without direct instruction is how machine learning (ML) is defined. However, as you probably know already, there's so much more to ML. See this instructive website by Microsoft Azure explaining how ML works to solve problems, how it's used in modern industry and how ML learning algorithms are developed.

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Monday, July 15, 2024

A day in the life of a financial analyst

Microsoft Copilot offers much needed help to financial analysts. Download this infographic to see the many ways that Copilot assists an imaginary analyst in their daily routine.

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Copilot for Sales Release Wave Video

This Microsoft video shows how Copilot for Sales can drastically speed up identification of leads, communications, meeting preparation and closing deals. This video looks at the experiences landing in Dynamics 365 Sales and across Microsoft 365 and Teams Suite.

Saturday, July 13, 2024

Commerzbank | Unleashing Hidden Data Treasures for Customers

Like many financial institutions, Commerzbank was challenged with staying flexible to meet customer needs, while also meeting regulatory compliance. In this ...

Three Smart Ways to Exceed Your Customers' Digital Expectations

The survey says: "High-quality CX isn't a nice-to-have—it's a revenue driver." That may be the understatement of the decade. Fully 73% of consumers rank customer experience (CX) as a vital factor in their purchase decisions (coming after only price and product quality). Download this eBook for insights on the innovative new digital tools and strategies business leaders like John Hancock are embracing to rise above customer expectations and stay competitive. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to start driving your revenue to greater heights with Azure digital tools and services.

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Friday, July 12, 2024

Grupo Bimbo bakes in end-to-end data security and compliance with Microsoft Purview

This customer story video shows how Grupo Bimbo, a major player in the consumer goods industry, rigorously protects its trove of recipes and R&D assets. Its vast store of sensitive data calls for greater visibility and safeguards to ensure compliance with regulations in the many countries where Grupo Bimbo operates. The company has addressed that need by implanting solutions from the Microsoft Purview family of data security, governance, risk, and compliance applications. Watch it now!

Surface Repairability Product Overview

This datasheet displays the latest product line of Surface devices and the many repair components that are readily available.

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Purpose-Built Solutions with AWS for the Edge | Amazon Web Services

AWS Cloud for the Edge delivers purpose-built solutions like IoT, hybrid cloud, 5G, and more. Watch this video to discover the possibilities.

Thursday, July 11, 2024

Monitoring SD-WANs for SaaS Application Performance

This video demonstrates Cisco ThousandEyes' capability to identify and resolve SaaS application performance issues on an SD-WAN network.

10 Reasons why PowerScale OneFS is ideal for all your file workloads

PowerScale is optimized for AI and plays a critical role in powering performance-intensive use cases. Get this eBook for 10 reasons PowerScale OneFS is the right fit for all your file workloads.

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Big Data is a World of Possibility

With exponentially increasing data volumes expected to reach a whopping 463 exabytes by 2025, businesses must invest in scalable and agile data management capabilities in order to efficiently harness the power of that data. Check out the infographic to learn how Cloudera and AMD deliver the ideal solution for Big Data management and analytics.

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Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Premium Devices Guide — 3 factors to consider when considering a hardware refresh

Considering a hardware refresh? Check out the Premium Device Guide for a discussion of why investing in Windows 11 innovative Pro PCs can ensure your organization's hardware and software stay completely secure and up to date. With device types ranging from mobile 2-in-1s to ultra-slim laptops to powerhouse workstations, Windows 11 Pro PCs can enable transformation for the entire organization. Contact when you are ready to streamline and supercharge your next refresh.

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The Guide to Taming SaaS App Architecture Sprawl

This eBook describes the challenges in monitoring SaaS apps on an SD-WAN and how Cisco ThousandEyes addresses these with a comprehensive ITops visibility solution.

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B.TECH scales retail operations and slashes time-to-market 30 percent with Microsoft Azure

B-Tech is an Egyptian retail giant specializing in household appliances and consumer electronics. Read how B-Tech used its digital transformation arm b_labs to build a competitive advantage with Microsoft Azure, boosted service availability to 99.9 percent, cut time to market by 30%. Bye-Bye Black Friday back-office blues. Ready to build your competitive advantage with Microsoft Azure? Coastal Computer Systems Inc. is ready too.

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Transform the way sellers work with Microsoft Sales Copilot

Now every salesperson can have an assistant to help them prepare for meetings, write reports, research prospects and enter data. Meet Microsoft Copilot for Sales, the AI assistant that can give your sales team more time to focus on selling. Watch this video to see how Copilot can help you and your team close more sales. 📺

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

The Future of Endpoint Security

Hybrid workspaces are great for productivity, but they also have a definite device security risk: With a number of PCs floating around, it's inevitable that one or more will be stolen or lost. Watch this video introducing HP Wolf Connect, the solution that finds, locks and erases a PC remotely, even when the machine is powered down or offline.

How often should your organization perform a hardware refresh?

How often should your organization perform a hardware refresh? Give us your professional opinion in a reply. No matter your answer, @Microsoft has the @Windows 11 PCs, workstations, laptops and support to get your refresh right.

Canopius enables data & AI innovation by building a strong foundation with Azure

What happens when a worldwide leader in insurance finds that its technology infrastructure is slowing down and preventing future innovation? Find out in this perceptive customer story about how Canopius migrated from dual data centers to the more agile, cost-effective environment of Microsoft Azure.

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Monday, July 8, 2024

A day in the life of a marketing manager

Marketing managers juggle a diverse mix of tasks in their daily jobs from preparing for meetings and analyzing marketing data to summarizing emails and brainstorming new ideas for campaigns and product updates. Microsoft Copilot can take on many simple tasks as well as analyze data and draft emails and marketing letters. View this infographic to learn what Copilot can do for your marketing team.

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PowerScale: The Architectural Backbone for GenAI Workloads

Generative AI requires a robust storage architecture capable of navigating complexities and scaling alongside innovation. Read this blog to learn about Dell PowerScale, storage engineered to streamline IT environments and drive GenAI model delivery with unprecedented speed, simplicity and cost-effectiveness.

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Looking to improve your hybrid workspace experience? Reply and we'll help you check out the @HP ProBook 405 series, complete with multiple configurations to meet the needs of your teams.

Looking to improve your hybrid workspace experience? Reply and we'll help you check out the @HP ProBook 405 series, complete with multiple configurations to meet the needs of your teams.

Friday, July 5, 2024

Joos uses Copilot for Microsoft 365 to grow its brand with worldwide collaboration

In this case study of Joos, an international phone charging distributor, you'll learn how the company leverages Copilot for Microsoft 365 to help it collaborate and communicate more effectively across time zones and handle other time-consuming tasks.

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Microsoft Copilot for Sales and Copilot for Service are now generally available - Microsoft Dynamics 365 Blog

Your sales and service teams can now benefit from the AI assistance in Microsoft Copilot for Sales and Microsoft Copilot for Service. The AI enhancements will let your teams get role-specific insights and actions to streamline business processes, automate repetitive tasks, and have more time to focus on the important work. Learn about these Copilot enhancements to your Microsoft sales and service platforms. Read this Microsoft article to get all the details.

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Thursday, July 4, 2024

SD-WAN - Configure ThousandEyes on SD-WAN Devices

This video provides the procedure to configure Cisco ThousandEyes on SD-WAN devices.

What is the Right Way to AI?

Wondering how to get the most effective AI for your organization? You'll need a unique strategy to deploy and drive adoption. Check out this solution brief for the guidance you need to do AI the right way. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. for assistance rolling out your AI adoption with Copilot.

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Crash Course in Microsoft Purview

With ChatGPT and other AI-powered productivity applications in use in corporate America, companies need to pay attention to the data that is flowing through those AI applications. Safeguarding sensitive data requires a data management and governance plan. In this e-book, you'll learn how the Microsoft Purview data management platform delivers. Download and read the eBook and learn about Purview's platform-based approach that enables information protection, data governance, risk management, and compliance across multicloud, multiplatform data estates.

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Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Accelerating AI in the workplace with the all-new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro

This blog discusses the AI-ready Surface for Business devices and how they are designed to leverage the power of the Copilot+ PC platform.

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More than a PC. A work-changing powerhouse

Your hybrid workforce needs the advantages of an innovative PC experience with AI-based features that help people work smarter. See this informative infographic highlighting the future-forward line of HP PCs powered by AMD Ryzen™ PRO processors with all of the tools needed to work anywhere, anytime.

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Operational excellence pillar

Operational excellence is one of the critical pillars for a well-architected cloud framework. Read this post from the AWS Cloud Well-Architected blog to learn best practices to achieve operational excellence.

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Get a better TCO with Windows 11 Pro devices

Whether you are looking for new options for a device refresh, offering competing products in the premium segment or a merger/acquisition has presented you with an opportunity to standardize your device footprint, you are going to want to check out Microsoft's latest Windows Pro devices in this Premium Device guide. Windows 11 Pro devices with enhanced AI can supercharge productivity, improve your ROI, while shielding your organizational data with advanced data protection and privacy. Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to start taking better control of your TCO.

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Cisco ThousandEyes Opportunities, Challenges, and Solutions in the SD-WAN Era

This eBook outlines the opportunities and challenges as companies migrate to an SD-WAN architecture. It describes how Cisco ThousandEyes enables you to set up your SD-WAN architectures at pilot sites and data centers, and measure how all those apps and services will work from a branch and end-user device point of view.

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Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Alabama Appellate Courts System transforms and modernizes judicial operations with Azure.

"In the words of Blake T. Lunsford, Director of Information Technology at Alabama Appellate Courts System (AACS) their "technology infrastructure was functional but lagging behind modern standards...and faced limitations in terms of system integration, scalability, and security capabilities." Microsoft empowered Lunsford's AACS IT team to modernize a new case management system while also upgrading to Windows 11 Enterprise and Microsoft 365 Government. Great story. Check it out. Ready to modernize your IT infrastructure? Let Coastal Computer Systems Inc. help you get started.

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Surface for Business—AI Focus

This eBook provides details on the AI readiness of the Surface for Business portfolio, including components, benefits, and features.

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AI for Design & Engineering Workflows

AI is being leveraged across the design cycle in numerous ways. AI and ML-based tools help engineers create better designs faster and take advantage of existing data sets for rapid inference and analysis. Get this whitepaper to see some of the specific engineering use cases where AI can play an important role.

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AI Advantage: Driving sales performance with next-generation tools

AI can empower sellers to instantly surface the most critical data, generate new and original content and automate CRM tasks. Read this eBook and learn how Microsoft's AI-enabled Copilot enables leaders to discover which sales efforts work best and helps sales staff be more effective.

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Taking control of TCO is always a priority. What tech procurement choices can you make to meet your TCO goals?

What tech procurement choices can you make to meet your TCO goals? Reply to Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to discuss how the latest generation of innovative @Windows 11 Pro PCs can significantly improve your ROI.

Monday, July 1, 2024

Build your own copilot with Azure AI Studio

Copilots are quickly becoming known as a unique AI category that gives businesses the opportunity to get products and services quickly to market. Watch this informative video about how your organization can build custom copilots using Azure AI Studio, the platform where you can confidently apply the latest state- of-the-art and open-source models.

AI Data Drop: The 11 by 11 Tipping Point

Recently, Microsoft conducted a study of more than 1,300 early Copilot adopters across multiple industries to discover what their early behaviors could teach them about the good and bad effects of adopting and rolling out AI. Read this blog post for an analysis of what "the 11-by-11 tipping point" means for your Copilot users in terms of improved productivity, work enjoyment, work-life balance and the ability to attend fewer meetings. Ready to adopt and roll out AI? Microsoft Copilot expert Coastal Computer Systems Inc. can help get you started.

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Our commitments to advance safe, secure, and trustworthy AI

Microsoft announced its support for the Biden administration's program of voluntary vendor commitments to safer AI applications. The standards aim to ensure that AI systems are secure, and trustworthy. Read about the AI commitments in this article by Microsoft.

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Saturday, June 29, 2024

Non-stop threat protection with Microsoft security

In the fast-paced digital landscape we operate in, safeguarding your business against cyber threats is paramount for ensuring continuity and success. That's why I'm excited to share with you Microsoft's insightful eBook,"Non-stop threat protection with Microsoft security," a resource to help inform your organization's approach to cybersecurity. This eBook offers a comprehensive look at Microsoft's cutting-edge security solutions designed to proactively detect, respond to, and recover from potential breaches. It highlights the importance of an integrated, multi-layered defense system that leverages advanced analytics and AI to predict and mitigate risks before they can cause harm. What sets this eBook apart is its real-world perspective, backed by recent data and statistics that demonstrate the tangible impact of Microsoft's security products in action. You'll gain a deep understanding of how these solutions can fortify your cyber defenses, empowering you to focus on driving growth and innovation without being hindered by the complexities of threat management. Our team of professionals will work closely with you to streamline your security operations, building a robust infrastructure tailored to your unique needs that can transform your organization's cyber resilience. If you have any questions or would like to discuss how we can tailor these services to meet your specific requirements, please don't hesitate to reach out. MS Security expert can help you navigate this journey toward a more secure and prosperous future for your organization.

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AWS Well-Architected Tool improves workload discovery and speeds up reviews

See how the AWS Well-Architected Tool improves workload and speeds up reviews with two new integrations! Review this announcement to get the details.

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Cisco ThousandEyes Future of Work

This infographic illustrates how work has changed and how that relates to SaaS application growth and the need for a WAN architecture that is software-defined.

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Cyber Signals Feb 2024

Read this eBook from Microsoft Security revealing how threat actors weaponize AI and how your security team can harness the power of AI to prevent and mitigate cyberattacks.

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Friday, June 28, 2024

Increase your pace of innovation with AI

No matter where you are in your AI journey, you need innovative technology to drive your business forward. Get this eBook to learn how Coastal Computer Systems Inc., a Dell Technologies partner, can help you move from AI-possible to AI-proven.

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HP ZBook Firefly

Is your current laptop keeping you from being a professional multi-tasker? Reply to hear from one of our @HP experts today about the acclaimed @HP ZBook Firefly AMD.

The Benefits of Microsoft Copilot for Sales: How Microsoft transformed its sales organization with AI

Salespeople waste a lot of time on mundane tasks from data entry and reports to researching prospects. This eBook explains how Copilot, Microsoft's AI assistant, can help salespeople have more time to focus on customer relationships and on closing deals. Download it here.

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Thursday, June 27, 2024

Make Sense with Wasabi

Storage requirements are predicted to grow exponentially by 2024. On premise workloads are expected to increase by 40%. Many enterprises are not equipped to meet this costly challenge to their bottom line. Fortunately, there is Wasabi; the fastest growing play cloud provider in the industry. Wasabi charges 80% less than AWS S3, has no egress charges or API request charges. Read the infographic to learn how Wasabi saved one company more than $60,000 over Google and AWS. And another $50K. Ready for cloud storage that makes dollars and sense for your enterprise? Contact Coastal Computer Systems Inc. to get started with Wasabi.

Windows 11: The best got better

The AI-driven Windows 11 Pro is equipped with advanced capabilities to support your company's growth. From multi-layered, advanced security to streamlined management features, Windows 11 Pro devices are fit for the future of your business. Get all the details in this datasheet.

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