Converge Technology Partners Acquires BlueChipTek
Converge Technology Partners recently acquired BlueChipTek, a leading technology solutions provider located in the Silicon Valley region of California.
Santa Clara, CA – May 22, 2018 – Converge Technology Partners Inc. has announced today that is has acquired BlueChipTek Inc., an Information Technology Professional Services organization serving some of the fastest growing and market disruptive companies in Silicon Valley. BlueChipTek brings a high level of expertise in data center infrastructure integration, a comprehensive approach to cloud optimization, and the proven ability to deliver data center infrastructure solutions throughout the world. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, BlueChipTek focuses on regional customer growth while enabling global customer expansion.
Jessica Geis, CEO of BlueChipTek, will continue to lead the company and Jason Geis will continue to assist her as Vice President of Sales. Cindy Kennedy is being added to the team as President, and will work with the existing management team to expand key offerings, coordinate cross-selling opportunities, and provide unrivaled technology services and solutions.
“I am ecstatic that BlueChipTek has become a Converge Company. I believe we’ve found the perfect home,” stated Jessica Geis. “Converge brings the BlueChipTek team and our phenomenal customers more resources, new partner relationships, and additional multi-cloud practice expertise. I find it incredible that the Converge team, though large and multinational, moves at our speed. You have to be nimble and responsive to thrive in Silicon Valley. The Converge culture, buying power, drive, competence, and clear ability to move quickly and execute effectively aligns with BlueChipTek’s DNA. In an increasingly diverse digital marketplace, technology is shaping business strategies and driving customer growth. Together, Converge Technology Partners and BlueChipTek have the industry knowledge, expertise, and leadership to embrace the complex needs and expectation of our customers.”
“We are excited to welcome BlueChipTek to the Converge family,” said Shaun Maine, CEO of Converge Technology Partners. “The addition of BlueChipTek continues our buildout of a national platform of regionally-focused IT solution providers. With their high-growth customers, cloud offerings, and culture match, BlueChipTek adds significant capabilities and scale to Converge’s West Coast region.”
“The addition of BlueChipTek allows us to run disruptive growth campaigns with our partners across key markets in California and Colorado,” stated Cindy Kennedy, who, in addition to being President of BlueChipTek, is also President of recently-acquired Key Information Systems, Inc. and EVP of West Coast sales for Converge and Corus360. “Our ability to offer hybrid IT solutions, from public and private managed cloud services to on-premise technology solutions, means we can offer customers complete solutions to the varying requirements demanded by the different parts of their businesses.”
BlueChipTek marks the fifth company Converge Technology Partners has acquired since October 2017. Converge’s portfolio of companies also includes Corus360 Inc., based in Norcross, GA; Northern Micro Inc. and Becker-Carroll Inc., both of which are headquartered in Ottawa, ON; and Key Information Systems Inc., based in Agoura Hills, CA.
"The addition of BlueChipTek continues our buildout of a national platform of regionally-focused IT solution providers."
About BlueChipTek, Inc.
As a technology solutions provider, BlueChipTek delivers seamless integration of industry tools using deep functional expertise to support execution for organizations ranging from startup to enterprise in scale. Their expertise and insights, developed through serving high-tech companies and large-enterprise IT users, give BlueChipTek an unparalleled understanding of the dynamic nature of the technology landscape and the complexity involved in using technology to deliver real value and impact. The net effect for customers is significant improvement in their overall IT performance.
To learn more about BlueChipTek, visit www.bluechiptek.com.
About Converge Technology Partners, Inc.
Converge Technology Partners is building a national platform of regionally focused IT infrastructure firms in the US and Canada by connecting best of breed services and solutions to clients.
To learn more about the Converge Company, visit www.convergetp.com.
About Northern Micro, a Converge Company
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to data centre infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit www.northernmicro.com.
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Northern Micro, a Converge Company, Recognized as a Dell EMC Partner of the Year, Winning the North American Shining Star Award at Global Partner Summit 2018
Las Vegas, NV – May 2nd, 2018
Northern Micro, a leading provider of technology solutions in Canada, today announced that it has been recognized as a Dell EMC Partner of the Year, North American Shining Star at the 2018 Dell EMC Global Partner Summit in Las Vegas, Nevada.
“We are proud to be recognized once again as one of Dell EMC’s Partners of the Year,” said Herman Yeh, President, Northern Micro. “Northern Micro’s strong partnership with Dell EMC allows us to deliver the best solutions available in the marketplace today for our customers and make them successful.”
“This is such a great accomplishment for the extraordinary team at Northern Micro,” said Shaun Maine, CEO of Converge Technology Partners. “We are excited to work together with Dell EMC to continue building upon this success together.”
This award is the latest in a series of partner and industry accolades for Northern Micro. Last Year, Northern Micro was awarded the Dell EMC Federal Partner of the Year in 2017, and the EMC-VCE Converged Infrastructure Partner of the Year in 2016.
For more information, visit the Dell Technologies Global Partner Summit Blog.
"This award is the latest in a series of partner and industry accolades for Northern Micro."
About Northern Micro, a Converge Company
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to data centre infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit www.northernmicro.com.
About Converge
Converge Technology Partners is building a national platform of regionally focused IT infrastructure firms in the US and Canada by connecting best of breed services and solutions to clients.
To learn more about Converge, visit www.convergetp.com.
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Northern Micro, Honoured with Client Solutions Provider of the Year Award, and Named Canada’s 14th Largest in CDN’s Top 100 Solution Providers Ranking for 2017
WOODBRIDGE, ONTARIO – April 27, 2018
At its annual gala event honouring the Top 100 Solution Providers in Canada, Computer Dealer News (CDN) awarded Northern Micro as the Client Solutions Provider of the Year. This award recognizes the top performing companies in important niches within Canada’s computer industry.
Deanna Thomson, National Director, Channel Sales at Dell EMC Canada presented the award to Alex Yeh, Business Development Manager at Northern Micro, remarking “it’s a great honour to be recognized by the industry as one of Canada’s Top Solution Providers, especially for client devices where we excel”.
During the same event, CDN released its annual ranking of the Canada’s Top 100 Solutions Providers of the Year, with Northern Micro placing 14th for 2017, up 14 spots from 2015 when the company ranked in 28th place. This year’s ranking establishes Northern Micro as the largest IT Solution Provider headquartered in Ottawa, and marks the eleventh year in a row the company has placed on the Top 100 list.
Herman Yeh, President of Northern Micro said “We are proud to be recognized by CDN for our hard work in this highly competitive industry. Our focus has always been to deliver the ultimate in customer satisfaction, and our revenue growth and ranking is evidence that we continue to exceed our customer expectations in 2017. A big thank you to our team for their dedication focus on executing our strategy”
"We are proud to be recognized by CDN for our hard work in this highly competitive industry."
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to data centre infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit www.northernmicro.com.
About CDN Top 100
Each year, CDN, the voice of Canada’s IT channel community, connects with IT solution providers across the country to collect data for an industry benchmark report which, once compiled, presents an overview of this market segment as well as trends. The data is also used to determine our annual ranking of the Top 100 solution providers as measured by revenue ranges, for which a gala is held to celebrate the contributions of these solution providers to the growth of the technology sector in Canada.
To learn more about the CDN Top 100 Solution Providers, visit www.computerdealernews.com/top-100-solution-providers/top-100
About Converge
Converge Technology Partners is building a national platform of regionally focused IT infrastructure firms in the US and Canada by connecting best of breed services and solutions to clients.
To learn more about Converge, visit www.convergetp.com.
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Converge Technology Partners, Inc. Completes Acquisition of Northern Micro
Ottawa, ON – November 10, 2017
Converge Technology Partners, Inc. (“Converge”) and Northern Micro Inc. today announce that Converge has completed the acquisition of Northern Micro, a leading Canadian IT solutions provider from client devices to data centre infrastructure.
Northern Micro will continue its strategy of providing best of breed technology solutions from the endpoint to the data centre for its customers in the Canadian Federal Government and Education Sector. Herman Yeh, President of Northern Micro, will continue in his current position along with the senior management team.
“We will continue to make investments in our people and remain committed to the success of our customers and OEM Partners,” said Yeh. “By joining Converge, Northern Micro will have access to new technologies, knowledge, and resources, enabling us to become more competitive in the marketplace for future growth.”
“Northern Micro’s reputation as a solution provider focused on customer outcomes is incredible. We believe that adding Northern Micro’s unique warehouse configuration, imaging, and asset tagging capabilities will strategically enhance the value we deliver to our customers,” said Shaun Maine, President and Chief Operating Officer of Converge Technology Partners.
In a world of accelerating technological change, customers need reliable, flexible, and innovative technology solutions more than ever. Northern Micro, together with Converge will continue to provide solutions that deliver on this mission.
“Northern Micro’s reputation as a solution provider focused on customer outcomes is incredible."
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to data centre infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit www.northernmicro.com.
About Converge
Converge Technology Partners is building a national platform of regionally focused IT infrastructure firms in the US and Canada by connecting best of breed services and solutions to clients.
To learn more about Converg, visit www.convergetp.com.
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Northern Micro Named Ottawa's Fastest Growing IT Solution Provider by CRN!
Ottawa, ON, August 8th, 2017 – CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Northern Micro to its 2017 Fast Growth 150 list. The list is CRN’s annual ranking of North America-based technology integrators, solution providers and IT consultants with gross sales of at least $1 million that have experienced significant economic growth over the past two years. The 2017 list is based on gains in gross revenue between 2014 and 2016, and the companies recognized represent a total, combined revenue of more than $16,717,688,643.
“The companies on CRN’s 2017 Fast Growth 150 list are thriving in what is now a very tumultuous, demanding IT channel climate,” said Robert Faletra, CEO of The Channel Company. “This remarkable group of solution providers has successfully adapted to a landmark industry shift away from the traditional VAR business model to a more services-driven approach, outpacing competitors and emerging as true channel leaders. We congratulate each of the Fast Growth 150 honorees and look forward to their continued success.”
The Fast Growth 150 list is highlighted in the August issue of CRN and can be viewed online at www.crn.com/fastgrowth150.
“The companies on CRN’s 2017 Fast Growth 150 list are thriving in what is now a very tumultuous, demanding IT channel climate”
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to datacenter infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
For over thirty years, our award winning team has been recognized year after year for our commitment to customer service excellence, community involvement, employee engagement, and sustainable environmental contributions. Northern Micro is the proud recipient of the HP Global Partner Conference 2016 Canadian Personal Systems Partner of the Year and the 2014 EMC Federal Partner of the Year for environmental contributions.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit https://nmicro.wpengine.com/
About the Channel Company
The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequaled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace. www.thechannelco.com
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Northern Micro Ranked 72nd in the 2017 Branham300 list!
Ottawa, Ontario – June 13th, 2017 – Northern Micro is named one of Canada’s top ICT companies by Branham 300
Highlights:
- Ranked 72nd on Branham300 Top 250 Canadian ICT Companies in 2017.
- Ranked 18th, up from 22nd, on Branham300’s Top 25 Canadian ICT Hardware and Infrastructure Companies in 2017
Northern Micro is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Companies by Branham300, ranking 72nd on this year’s list. Branham300 is recognized as the most authoritative listing of Canada’s top ICT companies in the technology sector.
“For a second year in a row we are proud to be ranked with the top technology companies in Canada.” said Herman Yeh, President of Northern Micro. “2016 was an amazing year for our team. We worked hard to provide the best, and this ranking validates that hard work.”
Canada’s Top 250 ICT companies delivered another banner year in 2016, generating a revenue total of $105.3 billion, an increase of 9.6% compared to 2015. That new record number was driven by the impressive performance of Canada’s Top 250 tech companies: 73% of the Top 250 generated revenue growth, and 54% delivered double- and even triple-digit increases.
“Technology is the industry of the future, and Canada has the ability to compete on the global-economy stage. The companies on our Top 250 list are the ones that will build Canada’s place in that economy and ensure our future competitiveness,” said Wayne Gudbranson, CEO, Branham Group.
“For a second year in a row we are proud to be ranked with the top technology companies in Canada.”
About the Branham300
The Branham300, now in its 24th year, is the best-known and most widely referenced listing of Canada’s top public and private ICT companies, ranked by revenue. The list also tracks the top ICT multinationals operating in Canada plus Up and Comers, those young Canadian companies Branham thinks will be big hits soon.
To learn more about the Branham300 visit www.branham300.com
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to datacenter infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
For over thirty years, our award winning team has been recognized year after year for our commitment to customer service excellence, community involvement, employee engagement, and sustainable environmental contributions. Northern Micro is the proud recipient of the HP Global Partner Conference 2016 Canadian Personal Systems Partner of the Year and the 2014 EMC Federal Partner of the Year for environmental contributions.
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Northern Micro Ranks in the 2017 CRN Solution Provider 500 list!
Ottawa, Ontario – June 9, 2017
Today Northern Micro is pleased to announce that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named Northern Micro to its Solution Provider 500 list. The SP500 ranks the top revenue-generating technology integrators, solution providers, and IT consultants in North America. The CRN’s list has recognized the top partners in North America each year since 1995.
“CRN’s Solution Provider 500 list spotlights the North American IT channel partner organizations that have earned the highest revenue over the past year, providing a valuable resource to vendors looking for top solution providers to partner with,” said Robert Faletra, CEO of The Channel Company. “The companies on this year’s list represent an incredible, combined revenue of over $318 billion, a sum that attests to their success in staying ahead of rapidly changing market demands. We extend our sincerest congratulations to each of these top-performing solution providers and look forward to their future pursuits and successes.”
Ranking #266 Northern Micro is recognized as one of Ottawa’s largest IT Companies.
“Northern Micro is honoured to be recognized again this year by the SP500. We continue to increase our relevance to clients by staying ahead of their business technology needs.” said Herman Yeh, President of Northern Micro. “It is the amazing team here at Northern Micro that makes delivering the ultimate in customer satisfaction possible.”
The complete 2017 Solution Provider 500 list will be available online at www.crn.com/sp500 and a sample from the list will be featured in the June issue of CRN Magazine.
“It is the amazing team here at Northern Micro that makes delivering the ultimate in customer satisfaction possible.”
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to datacenter infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
For over thirty years, our award winning team has been recognized year after year for our commitment to customer service excellence, community involvement, employee engagement, and sustainable environmental contributions. Northern Micro is the proud recipient of the HP Global Partner Conference 2016 Canadian Personal Systems Partner of the Year and the 2014 EMC Federal Partner of the Year for environmental contributions.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit https://nmicro.wpengine.com/
About the Channel Company
The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education, and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end users. Backed by more than 30 years of unequaled channel experience, we draw from our deep knowledge to envision innovative new solutions for ever-evolving challenges in the technology marketplace.
www.thechannelco.com
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Microsoft's New Surface Laptop - Everything You Need to Know for Canadians
May 4, 2017
By Northern Micro Staff
On Tuesday, Microsoft announced this new addition to its Surface branded line of products. From the videos and pictures available so far, the device looks beautiful and will be a great addition to the Surface Lineup. Microsoft’s hardware design and engineering team should be proud of their accomplishment. Northern Micro’s product management staff have summarized the currently available information for you here. We look forward to testing the device out in person!
Here is a list of things you should probably know:
General Info & Availability in Canada
The good news for Canadians is that the Surface Laptop will be available in Canada as a launch market
- Release date June 15th in Canada.
- Canadian pricing starts at $1,449 CAD for the Core i5 7300U 8GB/128GB
- Premium design with full version of Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors
- Not the less expensive, fanless Core m.
- Claimed to be faster than i7 MacBook Pro
- Claims to have 14.5 hours battery life (video playback) – more than the current MacBook Air
- Runs on Windows 10 S – Microsoft’s new cloud based Windows OS
For a full price list, see the spec sheet below:
Intended Market
University and College Students, Definitely.
It’s quite clear that the Surface Laptop is a direct attack towards the Macbook Air:
- Designed to meet the needs of students leaving high school and entering post-secondary institutions – taking aim at Apple laptops
- Designed for the individual consumer, not the commercial customer.
- For Education customers, Windows 10 S is a qualifying OS. Details of how to switch to Windows 10 Pro will become available soon.
What About Surface Laptop for your Company? It Depends...
Surface Laptops could be a good fit for commercial customers in the following scenarios:
- The organization is using a cloud-based infrastructure and is using Azure AD, Mobile Device Management and the Windows Store for Business. Domain join is not supported.
- All of the apps run by the customer are available on the Windows Store.
- To preserve security and performance, traditional, Win32 apps are not supported.
- The customer uses the Office Online products available through a web browser.
- Office Pro Plus, the version of Office aimed at businesses, which features desktop applications like Skype for Business, is not currently available through the Windows Store.
- The customer uses modern peripherals which have drivers available through Windows Update.
- Custom drivers such as legacy printer drivers cannot be installed to preserve performance and security.
For the best possible experience, Microsoft recommends that customers only purchase Surface Laptop if the value proposition of Windows 10 S aligns to their needs.
If customers are looking for a premium device to run Windows 10 Pro or Enterprise they recommend devices that ship with Windows 10 Pro – i.e. the Surface Pro and Surface Book.
The Windows 10 S Operating System is not designed for corporate use but can be upgraded to Windows 10 Pro.
Currently, for a limited time, the upgrade is free but it will cost $49.00 US in the future.
The Surface Laptop's Physical Characteristics - Simply Beautiful Dimensions
Microsoft engineers and designers have hit it out of the park with this one:
- Clamshell design – four colours available (platinum, graphite gold, burgundy and cobalt blue)
- NON-detachable 13.5” screen (not a 2-in-1 design like the Surface Book)
- Invisible hinge with No kickstand
- Just over 2 lbs.
- Aluminum finish on the outside of the clamshell
- Italian Alcantara stain-resistant fabric keyboard base similar to Surface Pro 4
- Thinnest LCD touchscreen ever put into a laptop and is also pen sensitive – 3.4 million pixels
- Speakers integrated underneath the keyboard – invisible to user
- Inconspicuous fan vents at back of laptop
- Ports are Surface connector (same one on Surface Pro 4), USB, Mini DisplayPort and headphone jack – No USB Type C
Windows 10 S Operating System - the S is for "Something?"
Windows 10 S is looking like a real challenger for the Google Chrome OS:
- OS is Windows 10 S – this is a scaled down version of Windows 10 Pro that Microsoft claims was streamlined for security and performance (not sure what the “S” stands for but we bet MS would say either “security” or “streamlined”)
- Designed to only run apps from the Windows Store – eliminates worry about security since MS verifies the security of all apps on their store
- The Windows 10 S Operating System is not designed for corporate use but can be upgraded to Windows 10 Pro. Currently, for a limited time, the upgrade is free but it will cost $49.00 US in the future. With a Microsoft Account, the customer can manually apply the switch at the Microsoft Store.
- For Commercial customers, Windows 10 S is not a qualifying OS, which means they must take additional steps to re-image to the licensed Windows OS of their choice.
Bottom Line
The team at Microsoft Surface continue to show why their devices are one of the best choices of Windows PC on the market today. Adding yet another option that’s actually attainable will surely make a splash in the broader market. Although the device is definitely targeted towards Education and consumers, we do think there is the possibility of using the Surface Laptop in a commercial environment, but only if the conditions are right.
Northern Micro is one of Canada’s top suppliers of Microsoft Surface devices since 2013 when the Surface Pro 2 was released. We are proud to be a partner with Microsoft Surface and we work closely with our customers to efficiently deploy large fleets of devices within their organization.
Got a question about the Surface Laptop in Canada, or want a demo unit to test out for yourself?
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Northern Micro Named Nation’s 16th Largest, in CDN Top 100 Solution Providers Ranking of 2016
OTTAWA, ONTARIO – April 28, 2017
In CDN’s annual ranking of Canada’s Largest IT Solution Providers, Northern Micro ranked 16th in 2016, up from 25th place last year making it the largest IT solution provider headquartered in Ottawa.
For the tenth year in a row, Northern Micro has ranked among Canada’s Top 100 Solution Providers in 2016, placing 16th, up nine spots from 25th in the 2015 ranking. The ranking is based on 2016 calendar year revenues.
Herman Yeh, President of Northern Micro said “We are proud to be recognized by CDN for our hard work in this highly competitive industry. Our focus has always been to deliver the ultimate in customer satisfaction, and our revenue growth and ranking is evidence that we continue to exceed our customer expectations in 2016.”
The CDN list recognizes Northern Micro as the largest solution provider headquartered in the City of Ottawa. Northern Micro delivers unique IT solutions with partnerships from best-of-breed manufacturers such as Dell EMC, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Microsoft, Intel, and Cisco.
"We are proud to be recognized by CDN for our hard work in this highly competitive industry."
About CDN Top 100
Each year, CDN, the voice of Canada’s IT channel community, connects with IT solution providers across the country to collect data for an industry benchmark report which, once compiled, presents an overview of this market segment as well as trends. The data is also used to determine our annual ranking of the Top 100 solution providers as measured by revenue ranges, for which a gala is held to celebrate the contributions of these solution providers to the growth of the technology sector in Canada.
To learn more about the CDN Top 100 Solution Providers, visit www.computerdealernews.com
About Northern Micro
Northern Micro is Ottawa’s premier provider of Information Technology hardware – from client devices like notebooks and desktops, to datacenter infrastructure. We create IT solutions that solve unique business challenges. Highly trained experts, coupled with focused partnerships with the biggest names in the industry form the foundation on which Northern Micro is built.
For over thirty years, our award winning team has been recognized year after year for our commitment to customer service excellence, community involvement, employee engagement, and sustainable environmental contributions. Northern Micro is the proud recipient of HP Inc.’s 2016 Canadian Personal Systems Partner of the Year Award, and the 2015 EMC / VCE Converged Partner of the Year Award.
To learn more about Northern Micro, visit www.northernmicro.com
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Microsoft Updates Intune Boosting their Education Offering to Compete with Chromebook Management Console
January 24, 2017
Today, at the BETT conference in London, Microsoft made some major announcements to enhance their standing in the education technology space against Chromebooks.
It’s no secret that the adoption rate of Google Chromebooks in education has caught Microsoft flat footed in the United States. One of the key differentiators of the Chromebook platform is the Management Console, to which, Microsoft had no reasonable competitive offering – SCCM was far too heavy duty. In addition to very low cost hardware at under $200 per unit, this really put a lot of pressure on Microsoft and their OEMs.
Microsoft Intune
Check out the video for a quick explanation of Intune.
Microsoft Intune for Education
Realizing the importance of this market, Microsoft has delivered their answer with Microsoft Intune for Education.
Easily setting up and managing classroom devices has long been a challenge for administrators to deal with. According to Microsoft, there are over 150 granular settings to choose from, making it easy to manage settings and deploy applications.
The tool will be made available for preview “in the coming weeks” and “broadly available this spring for $30 per device, and via volume licensing”.
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