Office Document Strategies Blog

Canadian Chamber of Commerce Questions Anti-Spam Legislation

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Thu, Jan 31, 2013 @ 07:01 AM

In a recent release the Canadian Chamber of Commerce has raised questions about provisions in the regulations which have recently been released as part of the

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Topics: e-mail, Software

12 Steps Illustrate Process of Office Technology Adoption- Voip

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Dec 12, 2012 @ 07:12 AM

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Topics: Software, software tools, IT network, IT support, Office

Kyocera HyPAS Sharepoint Connector Simplifies Scanning Input [Video]

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Mon, Dec 3, 2012 @ 09:12 AM

Many organizations have deployed MS SharePoint as a collaboration tool within their business.  One of the key pieces required to keep the data up to date is providing scanning input to the file store.

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Topics: Software, Multifunction Printer, document storage strategy, software tools, document management, MFP, Kyocera copier

Degrees of Cloud For Your IT Network

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Fri, Nov 30, 2012 @ 09:11 AM

A traditional IT network is made up of a collection of servers, workstations, desktops and increasingly, mobile devices.  There will be printers, internal wiring, wireless routers, switches and some sort of backup capability.  This is commonly a USB drive in smaller systems and may include off site data storage over a remote connection in more sophisticated installs.

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Topics: Computer, Software, network server, cloud computing, server software, Hosted document management, network backup, IT network, IT support

Kyocera Mobile Print HyPAS App Easy to Use [Video]

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Thu, Nov 29, 2012 @ 14:11 PM

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Topics: Software, Multifunction Printer, Scanning, MFP, Kyocera copier, Kyocera Canada

Microsoft Windows 8 May Be a Winner For You or Something to Avoid

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Sat, Nov 3, 2012 @ 10:11 AM

As I watch the discussions in the IT community about the relative merits of Windows 8 I can't help but wonder if Microsoft's big gamble will pay off.  Since they have such a dominant position in the desktop OS market on the surface is seems strange that they have introduced a new OS that seems to be more focused on mobile than the desktop.  Opinions vary on whether this was a mistake or good strategy.

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Topics: Computer, Software, Windows 8, Microsoft Surface, IT support

Kyocera Canada Launches New Mobile Print App for Apple and Android

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Jun 13, 2012 @ 08:06 AM

Kyocera Document Solutions Canada just announced the release of their new mobile print app for Apple and Android smart phones and tablets.  This new app will permit users to easily print from their devices to installed Kyocera print devices on your office network.  This is part of their continued efforts to expand the functionality of their devices with new software solutions.

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Topics: tablet, Software, Multifunction Printer, software tools, Kyocera copier, Kyocera Canada

Cloud Computing A Hot Topic in IT Network Design

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Mon, May 7, 2012 @ 05:05 AM

The hottest topic in IT network design seems to be Cloud Computing.  So what is this?  What is meant by cloud computing?

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Topics: Computer, Software, software tools, document management, server software, internet connectivity in Canada, Hosted document management, docucapture

10 Reasons Why You Pay for MFP Printer Support

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Apr 18, 2012 @ 10:04 AM

A question one of my account representatives has been running into lately.  Why do I need to pay for a support plan with an mfp printer?

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Topics: Software, Multifunction Printer, Scanning, MFP, cost of printing

Samsung Launches SUR40 Surface Touch Tabletop in Canada

Posted by Lee Kirkby on Wed, Mar 7, 2012 @ 07:03 AM

Samsung Canada has recently launched a new 40 inch tabletop style touch LCD screen which can revolutionize the way people interact with information.  Using Microsoft Surface software as its operating system the SUR40 from Samsung is a remarkable device.

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Topics: Computer, Software, Microsoft Surface, Samsung