11/4/2024 Sponsored by Recent Hacking Incidents and Cybersecurity Concerns How Sky ECC encryption hack snared MSC Gayane cocaine 'coordinator' - The U.S. accuses Goran Gogic, a Montenegrin national, of being the logistics coordinator in a large cocaine smuggling operation. Operation involved encrypted communications via Sky ECC, which authorities successfully hacked. MSC Gayane was one of the key vessels used to transport drugs, with massive quantities hidden in shipping containers. Hack...

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Sponsored by November 4th, 2024 Arcoa Group Why partnering with ARCOA makes sense Electronics Recycling is an important and profitable part of the IT asset lifecycle, but it can be overwhelming with all you already do, varying state regulations, and the limited resources at hand. That’s where ARCOA comes in. When you partner with ARCOA, you get all the benefits of a big company without any of the capital investment. We’ve been doing this since 1989 and have the expertise, certifications, and...

What's the Golden Rule when selling office equipment? Know your competition or least what they are quoting. Ever notice every time you walk your dog that he or she stops at every tree, telephone pole and fire hydrant, ever wonder what they're doing? They're checking out the competition. Who's who, whose doing what, who was here and where ya been! Amazing that dogs can find all of that out in a few whiffs . As sales people need to know the competition as well, what they're up to, what's their...

This Week in Copiers Fifteen Years Ago First Week of Novmber 2009 Please visit and follow FMD Distribution LLC and follow their Linkedin page Real Copier Sales This is a title of an article I'll be doing for a major industry rag. I have a few of my own and would like to hear from members for some of your funniest or most amazing stories. You will be recognized in the article for your contribution. Go ahead post it here, we should all have some good stories to tell!... . more here Check Out...

This Week in the Copier Industry Ten Years Ago First Week of November 2014 Real Copier Sales (10 Years Ago) Ever notice every time you walk your dog that he or she stops at every tree, telephone pole and fire hydrant, ever wonder what they're doing? They're checking out the competition. Who's who, whose doing what, who was here and where ya been! Amazing that dogs can find all of that out in a few whiffs .... . more here Check Out These Great Copier Threads from Ten Years Ago This Week...

Discipline is not just beneficial, it's absolutely necessary for those who aspire to achieve high standards in any endeavor. It requires consistent effort, practice, and a willingness to learn from failures and or setbacks. I encourage you to take massive amounts of responsibility for your choices. Achieving greatness is framed as a conscious decision that involves setting high goals and committing to the effort required to meet them. As we kick off our time together, I ask you to please...

This Week in the Copier Industry 5 Years Ago First Week of November 2019 Real Copier Sales Just want I needed today was some blockbuster news about Xerox, Fuji Film, Fugi Xerox and HP. Don't these people know I have a quota to reach by the end of the year! If you've been hiding all day and not staying in touch with industry events, today was one of those days that has everyone talking..... more here Threads from 5 Years Ago This Week 5 Things To Know About A Potential Xerox-HP Deal: ‘The...

New era of Secure Print with Microsoft Microsoft’s latest secure printing framework focuses on robust security improvements, targeting data protection and risk management in print workflows. Solution integrates with Microsoft 365, enabling seamless access management and document protection through Azure Active Directory. Zero Trust principles, such as strict authentication protocols and continuous monitoring, are now central to Microsoft’s print management. New updates to Universal Print...

"Ask Us Anything XXXVII" featured an engaging exchange between Art Post and Greg Walters, focusing on personal updates, including Art's support for his wife's recovery from spinal fusion surgery and Greg's impending move to Fort Myers, Florida. The participants also addressed technical aspects of the meeting regarding audio quality before diving into discussions on content creation tools, notably the use of LM Notebook and various AI applications for enhancing podcast production. The meeting...

10/30/2024 Sponsored by Recent Hacking Incidents and Cybersecurity Concerns Fired Disney Employee Allegedly Hacks into System to Alter Allergen Information on Menus Former Disney employee allegedly hacked into Disney's menu system after being terminated, according to a federal criminal complaint. Individual reportedly altered allergen information, including false claims that peanut-containing items were peanut-free. Act potentially endangered guests with food allergies, leading to serious...

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Last Week of October 2024 Sponsored by The U.S. Leads in Digital Transformation, Says GSA CIO David Shive GSA CIO David Shive states that the U.S. ranks at the top in digital transformation efforts compared to other nations. Focuses on scaling digital infrastructure to enhance government efficiency and responsiveness. Digital transformation is crucial for maintaining the U.S.'s competitive edge in global innovation. Emphasis on collaboration across government agencies for unified digital...

Hacked! 10/29/2024 Sponsored by Recent Hacking Incidents and Cybersecurity Concerns Tens of thousands of taxpayer accounts hacked as CRA repeatedly paid out millions Data Breach Impact: The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) faced a major data breach, compromising tens of thousands of taxpayer accounts. Financial Loss: Millions of dollars in erroneous payments were issued to unauthorized individuals due to the breach. Security Concerns: The incident raised questions about CRA's cybersecurity...

"Ask Us Anything XXXVI" meeting focused on innovative business strategies and industry trends, emphasizing the integration of AI tools and off-lease multi-function printers (MFPs) into operations. Key discussions included the use of Fireflies for note-taking, the acquisition of IT Savvy by Xerox, and the rising rates of MFP recycling. Participants brainstormed solutions for challenges in the off-lease market and pondered the role of AI in enhancing sales and customer engagement, suggesting...