By now, most people are using cloud-based products such as Apple's iCloud, Dropbox or Google Drive for simplification and efficiency in their personal lives. So, it should come as no surprise that businesses of all sizes are doing the same. How? With Aruba Central.

Aruba Central provides a cloud-based network management platform for managing your wireless, WAN, and wired networks. While the benefits are numerous, here are our top five.

 

1. Control From Anywhere

Aruba Central is especially valuable for businesses that have employees working across multiple sites or geographical locations. Your IT team can have complete and comprehensive control of your network – wired and wireless – across all of your sites from wherever they area.

 

2. Streamlined Network Operations

With Aruba Central, there are no complicated applications or dashboards to learn. Just quick and easy access to the data you need to manage, analyze and maintain your networks, devices, and clients.

 

3. Advanced Analytics and Assurance

No need for your team to work around the clock. With continuous monitoring, AI-based analytics provide real-time visibility and insight into what’s happening on your network. You even have the ability to create comprehensive alerts that cover device connectivity, network health and user account activity.

 

4. Automated Mobile and IoT Device Security

Don’t let the number of devices on your network keep your IT Team bogged down. Aruba Central easily integrates with Aruba ClearPass. Once a device connects to your network, it’s automatically identified and categorized. IT can set predetermined enforcement rules for various devices on the network.

 

5. Easy Deployment

There’s no special management hardware for you to install or maintain. This allows your IT team to focus less on managing the infrastructure and more on creating value for your business.

 

Spark your interest? If you want to learn more about how Aruba Central can benefit your business, please join us Feb. 19th, 2020 for a webinar presented by Rusty Holiday & Mat Lehn, DataVizion's own CTO and our most senior Aruba experts.

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Aruba Central Gives You

• Streamlined context-aware navigation
• Simplified operational workflows
• Centralized management and control
• Advanced analytics and assurance
• Intelligent mobile and IoT device security
• Unified Wi-Fi, wired and SD-WAN support

 

“Cybersecurity Breach Costs Company Millions.” “Global Ransomware Attacks on the Rise.”

We’ve all heard the headlines and the warnings. Yet, companies continue to fall victim to avoidable breaches. Why? Here are five common mistakes that cause businesses to fall short when it comes to securing their networks.

1. Not Taking Inventory

For most organizations, one of the most critical assets is their data. Make sure you know where your data resides and who has access to it. Obtaining a solution that continuously monitors your network for abnormal behavior is critical to identifying potential breaches.

 

2. Trying to Manage it All

Gone are the days when having the latest antivirus would give you peace of mind. Your antivirus program might find common malicious files, but hackers have gotten far more sophisticated. If you hire a Managed Service Security Provider (MSSP) they monitor your network 24/7 and have specialized knowledge and resources for cybersecurity.

 

3. Thinking There Are No Small Fish

The phrase “we have bigger fish to fry” comes to mind, but when it comes to cybersecurity, hackers go after companies of all sizes. The good news? What was once available only to enterprise and mid-market organizations is now making its way down into the small and medium-sized business (SMB) world. Managed Security Services continues to enhance features and advanced security technologies are now developed even in small size firewalls and endpoint protection solutions.

 

4. Forgetting that People are People

You can have the best-intentioned employees, but all it takes is one person to fall victim to a phishing attack and compromise your entire network. End users are a key component to your security and are the most exploited sector. Making a small investment in end-user training and awareness will go a long way to improving your security.

 

5. Failure to Accept the Inevitable

In today’s technology landscape being targeted by cyber thieves is not a matter of “if”, but “when.” Your network security depends on both your ability to detect threats, but also on how to respond to them. Make sure you have a plan in place for when the worst happens.

 

If you have questions about how to protect your data and your business, contact us. Our team of cybersecurity experts is here to advise and help you implement a custom solution.

 

 

The increasing sophistication in and rise in number of cyber security attacks is leading more companies to consider whether hiring a Managed Service Provider (MSP) is the right move. We've found these common misconceptions often keep business owners from considering this solution.

1. We Already Have an Internal IT Team
Hiring an MSP doesn’t mean you have to get rid of your internal team. At DataVizion we work with your team by freeing them from necessary, yet time-consuming tasks like monitoring, management and patching of your IT network. Empower your internal IT resources by freeing them from status quo-maintaining tasks and allowing them to focus on business-advancing tasks.

2. External Help Means Slower Response Times 
It’s common for companies to fear their issues will sit at the bottom of some never-ending queue. With VizionCare, DataVizion’s managed services platform, there are no mystery queues.  VizionCare includes Service Level Agreements that define exactly how, when and in what timeframes service issues will be responded to. Our experienced team will ensure the right resources are dedicated to each task and resolved in an efficient and timely manner.

3. MSPs Are Only for Large Businesses and Too Expensive 
Businesses of all sizes can benefit from using an outsourced MSP. Not only will it help you gain a competitive edge, but our customers find it helps them operate more safely and efficiently. With VizionCare, you get top-level proactive monitoring and support all for a predictable fixed monthly fee agreement. No surprises.

4. Outsourcing Can Lead to More Security Risks  
VizionCare is a safe and secure solution that brings together protection, detection and response. Actionable threat intelligence is gleaned from the millions of events and we take the proper remediation steps to continuously harden your network. We also deliver compliance reports to you at specified intervals and you maintain full legal chain-of-custody over your logs.

While we can’t say hiring an MSP is the perfect solution for every company, the benefits are many.  If you want to learn more about VizionCare and how we can free up your IT Team, please contact us for a free consultation.

The 2019 DataVizion Tech Summit, held May 1 in Omaha, Neb., brought together industry professionals and technology experts from more than 30 companies.

This year’s theme “Don’t Gamble with Security, Change the Odds” focused on the growing cyber security threats that businesses face and the tools and solutions to combat them.

“Any day of the week, you can read headlines about IT security breaches,” Kelly Schrad, DataVizion President and CEO, said. “Breaches are more common than ever, and hackers are growing in sophistication. We want to make sure our customers understand the potential risks and we provide the right solutions to protect their businesses.”

The day kicked off with Brenden Stai speaking on the importance of taking ownership. Stai is a motivational speaker and current Director of Athletic Development at the University of Nebraska, his alma mater.

Special guest speaker Erich Kron, a veteran information security professional from KnowBe4, shared a presentation about real-world cyber attacks, the social engineering tricks that make them effective, and what businesses can do to avoid falling victim.

Attendees had the opportunity to attend breakout sessions from leading technology companies Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, HPE, Nutanix and Palo Alto. DataVizion also hosted a special breakout session on the company’s managed security services solution, VizionCare Secure.

Datto, an American cyber security and data backup company, provided a live demonstration to showcase the ease and flexibility of their backup solutions.

The day wrapped up a casino games, a cocktail hour and raffle drawing. Several lucky winners walked away with great prizes such as a PlayStation VR Bundle, Apple iPad Air and a Holy Stone Drone.

A special thanks to our partners, sponsors and guest speakers for helping us put together this event.

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DataVizion is proud to be named one of Lincoln’s “Best Places to Work” by

Woods & Aitken LLP, the Lincoln Journal Star and the Lincoln Human Resource Management Association.

“Being named one of Lincoln’s Best Places to Work elevates and empowers our employees,” Joel Rourke, Director of Sales, said. “At DataVizion we believe empowered employees are the foundation of a solid team. The belief in our "Vizion", values and goals creates an unstoppable team that allows us to not only achieve aggressive goals, but also deliver the best customer service experience in the industry.”

Winning entries in the competition were based solely on employee survey results, which were evaluated and ranked by Quantum Workplace of Omaha, NE. DataVizion was acknowledged for creating an enjoyable corporate culture and work environment that fosters personal and professional growth for its employees.

“At its foundation, DataVizion was established with the strategy of building something where people who come into our organization can build long term personal growth.” Kelly Schrad, President and CEO, said. “This along with humility-based leadership and a heavy importance on employee culture are at the core of elevating any company to hit its strategic stride.”

DataVizion is a locally owned next-generation IT Solution provider with a focus on employee development and company culture. In addition to a very competitive benefits package, we offer our employees a fun, flexible work environment and, in many cases, the ability to work from home.

Career growth is the focus of our employee promise.  All employees are given the opportunity to grow their IT knowledge through paid training, certification boot camps, and vendor conferences.

“DataVizion has increased our number of team members by over 80% in just the last 10 months. Making your company's culture a focus especially during times of rapid growth is essential,” Aaron Tredway, Director, Technical Services, said. “Now the real work begins – next year we will be a "medium sized" company and our team members have set the bar high.”

The result is a team of energized and capable employees, dedicated to supporting clients in their technology needs including managed services, network infrastructure, mobility and security solutions. Learn more at www.datavizion.com.

The patient experience is one of the most important aspects for leading healthcare organizations. At DataVizion, we know a large component of this is delivering seamless and secure wireless access that physicians, nurses, locum, administrators, patients and their families can rely on.

This may seem like an overwhelming task, but we can put together a custom networking solution that covers all the bases including:

An ultra-reliable wireless network

We will deliver fast, always-on access you can count on in the office or with a patient.

Increased guest and patient satisfaction with mobile applications

Whether it’s turn-by-turn navigation to show visitors where they are at in your hospital or push notifications with time-sensitive information, we ensure you have applications anywhere that create a better patient and guest experience.

Secure Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and guest access for everyone

Regardless of building location, staff can stay connected to Wi-Fi using their favorite mobile devices, and your patients can keep in touch online with family and friends without compromising the performance or security of critical-care apps on the same network.

Less IT headaches

DataVizion has solutions to simplify the way IT grants per-user access, keeps an accounting of connected users and performs troubleshooting. Guests can even go through a simple onboarding process to get network access with no IT intervention.

Completion ahead of schedule and within budget 

It’s common for us to hear that clients think their networking plans will take years to complete or out of their budgets. We have been able to deliver custom solutions in less time and for less cost.

If you are interested, or would like to learn more please give us a call at 402.327.1880 or email us at marketing@datavizion.com

 

As we enter 2019, it’s no secret the Internet of Things (IoT) is going to continue to grow at an exponential rate. From smartphones and tablets to wearable technology and appliances, these devices are everywhere and quickly becoming an expectation of doing business.

New Security Risks

Companies, responding to this growing trend, allow employees and guests to connect to their network for work, collaboration and personal communication. With a huge increase in the number of IoT devices on a company’s network, increased security vulnerabilities are a given and businesses need to be ready.

Aruba ClearPass

At DataVizion, we’ve been implementing Aruba ClearPass as an integrated solution for businesses of all sizes. ClearPass gives IT the tools needed to centrally develop, automate, enforce and audit network access policies across their network.

Benefits include:

• Visibility: The ClearPass platform provides ability to capture device information across all networks, ensuring that security policies leverage device attributes and ownership for all authentication services.
• Security: Enforcement, auditing and reporting features enable customers to comply with relevant regulations and legislation, demonstrate compliance, and mitigate the risk of a breach in access security.
• Workflow: Users are able to connect securely and easily from tablets, smartphones, and laptops delivering an improved mobility experience across both corporate owned and user-owned devices (e.g. BYOD).
• Mobility: Employees are given the flexibility to work from their preferred locations and devices while maintaining security posture.
• Cost: The automated workflows and reduction in IT help tickets through self-service and the reduced number of appliances required to secure enterprise mobility, make the ClearPass solution efficient and cost-effective.

IoT devices are going to continue to become more and more integrated as a way of doing business and will present unique challenges and security concerns for organizations. But, with Aruba ClearPass it’s manageable.

If you are interested in learning more about Aruba ClearPass or other security solutions, give us a call or visit www.datavizion.com.

Click here to read how DataVizion partnered with Aruba Networks to bring Midland University a secure and scalable wireless solution to support current needs and meet growing demands.

 

Our team at DataVizion would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who attended our Third Annual Charity Golf Tournament Aug. 30, 2018, at the Tiburon Golf Club in Omaha, Neb.

Together, with our partners, hole sponsors and customers, we were able to raise $8,500 for Child Saving Institute (CSI). That’s $2,000 more than last year! In the past three years, we have donated a total of $20,500 to this amazing local organization. 

The donation helps this nonprofit provide services including counseling, therapy, education and support for children and families in the community.

“We are beyond grateful for DataVizion’s support of CSI year after year,” said Anna Willey, CSI events and project coordinator. “Our mission is ‘responding to the cry of a child’ and such a significant donation like this helps us to do just that.”

A special thanks to Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, who sponsored this event and helped make it possible.

“This golf tournament is a way to show our customers how much we appreciate them and being able to come together and give back to a local charity makes it even better,” said Kelly Schrad, DataVizion President and CEO, said. “Each year we have been able to increase our charity donation and that wouldn’t be possible without the generosity of all involved.”

For more information about Child Saving Institute or to learn about volunteer opportunities, visit http://www.childsaving.org.

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The DataVizion Tech Summit will bring together industry professionals and technology experts to share the latest in next generation mobility and security.

If you are an IT Professional, IT decision maker, business owner, CEO or CFO, you won’t want to miss this event. Come learn how you can leverage next generation technology solutions for your business, exchange ideas on common challenges and network with other professionals.

We will kick off the day with special guest speaker Dale Cline, the CEO of BlackStratus, a global provider of enterprise-security information management solutions. Dale will discuss the latest in IT security and compliance and what businesses should be on the look out for.

Next up will be Condall Clegg, the Director of US Channels and Alliances in the Solutions and Technology organization within Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE). Condall, who has been with HPE more than 19 years, will discuss how the company has evolved to address evolving technology demands.

We will also have several breakout sessions throughout the day. Learn more here.