Davidson Violette - your technology department

10/30/2018

Installation of low-voltage, optical fiber systems, and audio-visual and security systems to our clients across Western Quebec and Eastern Ontario.

10/30/2018

Another great day working with amazing clients, who were nice enough to give us a lift!

09/25/2014

5 Easy Things You Should Do to Protect Your Business Now

Let’s face it, no one likes to think about bad things happening to them, much less plan for them. But with National Disaster Preparedness month just passing, I thought I'd give you a quick brush-up on some simple things you can (and should) be doing to protect your business.

1. Review Your Business Insurance Carefully. Most businesses carry some form of general liability insurance that would pay them if their building and the things that were in it were damaged. However, many businesses do not have enough coverage to replace all the computer equipment and devices, desks, art, supplies and other things they have accumulated over the years. Make sure you review your policy every year and keep in mind the new additions and assets you have gained.

2. Consider Cloud Computing. One of the biggest advantages of cloud computing is that your data and assets are stored off-site in a highly secure, high-availability data center, with fail-over and redundancy built in. That means that if your building were destroyed and you had to evacuate, or if your server melted down, everything you’ve worked so hard to create over the years is safe and sound.

3. Secure Your Data. Making sure your data is protected from theft is a never-ending battle you don’t want to lose. Each week headlines detail data breaches that force companies to deal with penalties, lawsuits and loss of credibility. Make sure you never have to send an email to your clients explaining the bad news that a hacker accessed their information through you.

4. Write a Simple Disaster Recovery Plan. The key word here is simple. If your plan gets too complicated or difficult, you won’t do it. But at a minimum, think of the disaster that is most likely to happen and that would have a severe and negative impact on your business’s survival.

5. Review Your Employee Internet Policy. With so many addicted to social media, it’s important that your...

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08/18/2014

Could Buying a Computer Actually Increase your Cash Flow?

If you dread writing checks for a network upgrade because it hits your cash flow in a big way, then you'll want to into HaaS or "hardware as a service".

HaaS is becoming a more common option for businesses because it allows you to pay for ALL your IT services - hardware, installation, security, backups, apps, internet, etc - as a flat-fee service, eliminating the heavy hit to your cash flow, and giving you the ability to write off 100% of your IT expenses. Additionally, your IT provider takes total responsibility for the maintenance of your network.

Like businesses that lease their equipment, HaaS customers pay monthly for their infrastructure. This allows them to keep more cash in their pocket and gives them the tax advantage of converting typical capital expenses into operational expenses.

Unlike leasing however, HaaS can also do the following:

No More Expensive Surprise Upgrades: With HaaS, your computers are automatically replaced with new ones every 3 to 4 years, ensuring compatibility with almost any software refresh. No end-of-lease buy-outs of outdated equipment or ever having to re-lease equipment again.

Warranties are a Thing of the Past: You get your equipment AND the service included in the monthly cost. Anything that goes wrong with the computer is your provider's problem to solve. Plus, as computers are replaced on a regular basis, you don't have to settle for refurbished parts or old computers.

One Easy Invoice: Purchasing via HaaS is like having a condo. You get control of what goes in, but don't have to worry about the maintenance. Everything is covered in one monthly fee.

07/29/2014

DO YOU ALLOW EMPLOYEES TO USE THEIR MOBILE DEVICES FOR WORK?

The evolution of personal mobile devices and the rise of how necessary they are to business success these days are forcing many small business owners to make a choice – “Bring Your Own Device” (BYOD) OR “Corporate Owned, Personally Enabled” (COPE).

The Typical Solution IS BYOD.
And according to the CDW 2012 Small Business Mobility Report, 89% of small-business employees use their personal mobile devices for work. But the headache involved here is how do you support and secure all of these devices? The scary thing is that most small businesses don’t even try! The CDW survey found that only 1 in 5 small businesses have deployed (or plan to deploy) any systems for managing and securing employees’ personal devices.

The Alternative – Is COPE Any Better?
A minority of small businesses have implemented a Corporate Owned, Personally Enabled (COPE) policy instead. They buy their employees’ mobile devices, secure them and then let employees load additional personal applications that they want or need. And the employers can control what types of apps can be added too. The “personally enabled” aspect of COPE allows employees to choose the company-approved device they prefer while permitting them to use it both personally and professionally. COPE is certainly more controlled and secure, but for a business with a limited budget, buying devices for every employee can add up pretty quick. If you go the COPE route and are large enough to buy in volume, you can likely negotiate substantial discounts.

Security Concerns With BYOD.
If you have client information that must be kept secure or other industry-specific regulations regarding the security of client data, then COPE is likely your best approach. It removes any gray area around whose data is whose. Plus there is a certain comfort level in being able to recover or confiscate any device for any reason at any time to protect your company without any worries...

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03/10/2014

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11/20/2013

Technical Support Level 2 opportunity! Click here for full details: http://www.dvai.ca/13003-Technical-Support-Level-2.html

Davidson Violette & Associates Inc. (DVAI) is a fast growing Ottawa based technology company specializing in Audio-Visual Design, Structured Cabling, IT Consulting and IT Managed Services. Each division is head up by a highly knowledgeable professional with industry expertise. Our strength is in our...

11/20/2013

Project Analyst needed ASAP for 1 year project in Ottawa. Send me your resume at [email protected] for consideration. Click here for more info: http://ca.indeed.com/job/project-analyst-2505378273ea5447

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11/19/2013

Do you have experience updating and supporting ongoing web site maintenance? If you are looking for a new opportunity, please click here for more info! http://ca.indeed.com/job/computer-web-support-intermediate-925f6404ee34fc0a

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11/18/2013

Are you looking for a new Sales opportunity in Toronto? Please click here to find out more details: http://goo.gl/i8p7Gh

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11/15/2013

One of our government client is looking for an other Programmer Analyst - Advanced Level. Click here for more details: http://ca.indeed.com/job/programmer-analyst-advanced-asap-7918dd9540198190

November 15, 2013 - Programmer Analyst - Advanced ASAP - p Government Department/Division is looking for a Programmer Analyst - Advanced /p p Location: Ottawa br/ Duration: 12 weeks With an option: 30 days

11/14/2013

One of our government client is looking for a Programmer Analyst - Advanced Level. Click here to apply: http://ca.indeed.com/job/programmer-analyst-advanced-99151a935fef9b8a

November 13, 2013 - Programmer Analyst– Advanced - p Opportunity tittle: Programmer Analyst– Advanced br/ Location: Downtown Ottawa br/ Duration: 12 weeks +option: 30 days additional. The temporary