RiverShift Consulting

Yesterday one of our team, Tom Sedor, was at a Campus Construction site installing a Verkada camera. 👷🚧 Tom had this up and running in an hour, immediately giving Campus Construction visibility to one of their many job sites. Beyond just security, Verkada gives them ✅ a visual way to share progress with the stakeholders ✅ the ability to track critical deliveries & resources ✅ an understanding of job site efficiency Looking forward to many more! #Verkada #CampusConstruction

🌐 Here's our comprehensive Tech Vendor Map for November 2023! 🚀 We've categorized the top tech vendors to give you an overview of the current landscape. ⚠️ Warning: it's a mess, with lots of overlap & blurred lines. From networking giants like Cisco and Arista to cybersecurity leaders like Palo Alto Networks and CrowdStrike, this map is a visual guide to the industry's key players. 🔍 Check out the lineup and see which tech players can revolutionize your business. Who did we miss? 🤔 #Networking #Cybersecurity #Innovation #Technology

Ever wonder why some companies snag unbelievable deals with tech vendors while others don't? One secret? Knowing a vendor's end-of-year cycle. 📈 End-of-Year Pressure As the EOY approaches, there can be mounting pressure on vendors to hit their annual targets. This often translates to more favorable terms and concessions for buyers. 🚀 Accelerators for Over-Performing Reps Reps who've already exceeded their annual goals might have accelerators in place. These can mean even deeper discounts as each deal can significantly boost their commission. 🎉 Limited-Time Deals & Promotions Special offers that exist now might vanish when the new fiscal year ticks over. It's a golden window to capitalize on unique incentives. If you're looking to strike a tech deal, keeping an eye on the vendor's EOY cycle can give you leverage you didn't know you had. A keen understanding of their calendar can lead to smarter, more cost-effective tech investments. So, mark those dates and strategize your negotiations! Did we miss any vendors that should be on the list? Let us know!

At our core, we're a technology consulting firm dedicated to providing top-notch solutions. What sets us apart is our hands-on, tech-savvy, and well-connected approach to evaluating vendors. Our evaluation process ensures a seamless match between recommended products and your specific needs, all without breaking the bank. Here's a glimpse into our personalized vendor evaluation process: Understanding Your Needs: We start by getting to know your requirements and your current tech setup, making sure everything aligns smoothly and causes minimal disruption. Product Deep Dive: We get technical, examining products from every angle, considering their features, usability, and practicality in real-world scenarios. Hands-On Testing: We don't just rely on specs; we roll up our sleeves and get our hands on the tools to see how they perform in action. Vendor Chats: We have meaningful conversations with vendors, asking the tough questions, discussing customization options, and gauging their responsiveness. Peer Reviews: Thanks to our wide network, we have access to peer reviews, which provide insights into a vendor's reputation and how their products really perform. User and Industry Feedback: We stay connected with user and industry feedback, so our recommendations are grounded in real-world experiences. Cost Considerations: We look at the numbers, considering product costs and any available discounts to ensure you get the best bang for your buck. Vendor Experience: We evaluate how vendors interact with you, assessing their responsiveness, accuracy, and accessibility. If resellers are in the mix, we check out their experience too. Post-Sale Support: We don't stop at the sale; we assess post-sale support, looking at effectiveness, issue resolution speed, and user satisfaction. Quote Comparison & Price Negotiation: We make sure you're getting a fair deal, comparing quotes and negotiating prices to maximize savings. Our experience ensures you not only save time but also get the best value for your investment. We prioritize affordability without compromising quality, delivering solutions tailored to your unique needs. Trust us to guide your technology investments in the ever-evolving IT landscape, with affordability and industry insight at the forefront of our approach.

Happy Halloween! 🎃

More or less frightening that that one unpatched machine still running Windows Server 2008? 😱 🎃

What's new in the world of Webex?! Lots! Here are the highlights: 🦸🛎️ Webex's new AI Assistant offers meeting summaries, message recaps, and tone suggestions, ensuring you're always on point. Real-Time Media Models (RMMs) 🤯 Imagine stepping away from a meeting and having Webex catch you up upon return! 🙌 Webex's new AI Codec delivers impeccable audio & video, even in low-bandwidth situations, thanks to machine learning enhancements. If you haven't used Webex recently, you're missing out! Clover Club 1.5oz gin .5oz dry vermouth .5oz lemon juice .5oz raspberry syrup 1 egg white

Let’s talk about the E in ESG - environmental. ☀️🌳🐟 The world is undeniably becoming more focused on sustainability. Companies are realizing ESG is not just a buzzword, and they need to take action. Here's some data that backs this up: 🌱 Almost 60% of consumers will shift shopping habits for environmental reasons. 🌍 Over 90% expect brands to support social & environmental causes. 💡 Gen Z and Millennials value sustainability; half are willing to pay more for eco-friendly products. 💰Executive compensation is increasingly tied to ESG initiatives, and 60% aim to balance initiatives with company performance (according to Teneo Vision 2023 poll). So what do we do about this? How do we actually take action? Well thankfully, there are a ton of practical ways technology can advance environmental goals: 1. Smart sensors to monitor air quality and people flow 2. HVAC integration to control temperature based on occupancy 3. Intelligent lighting to reduce energy consumption 4. Employing autonomous maneuverable robots (AMRs) to optimize warehouse efficiency 5. Robust collaboration platforms to limit the footprint of commuting This is just the tip of the hopefully-not-melting iceberg. 🥶 We’re pretty passionate about this subject. If you are too, or just want to learn more, let’s talk!