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MEET THE TEAM
Ali Sajadi, V.P. of Sales and
In this edition we feature Adler
Are you prepared for a data
We introduce Arif Khan,
Marketing, welcomes you to
International Learning,
disaster? Learn the
Technical Sales Specialist
the premier edition of S/A
a leader in professional
benefits of offsite backup.
and the newest member of
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coaching. We show how
our team.
technology helped transform them into a modern graduate school.
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The Official Newsletter of System Architects IS001
2012 SPRING / SUMMER EDITION
Tech IQ
A Message From the V.P. of Sales and Marketing Ali Sajadi
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Profiles in Success OUR SOLUTIONS IN ACTION
Adler International Learning helps leaders, managers, and business owners by providing leading-edge, globally recognized programs in professional coaching. Unsatisfied with unreliable and limited in-house IT support, Adler International Learning needed a full-service IT solution capable of managing their day-to-day needs.
Realizing that the lone ‘IT Guy’ would no longer
Architects provided just what we “ System needed. They helped us transform into a modern graduate school. ”
satisfy their growing technology needs, Adler
Adler’s unique needs also required a unique solution
To learn more about Adler International Learning,
needed a single point of contact for all of their
to records management and security.
visit www.adlerlearning.com.
With software, desktops and networks now
If you’d like your success story featured in S/A Script
The customized solutions created for Adler
operating cohesively and completely, the staff,
please e-mail us at SAScript@systemarchitects.ca
International Learning addresses many of the
students, and faculty of Adler International Learning
challenges facing small- to medium-sized
can focus on what really matters to them: working,
businesses, including cost and efficiency.
studying, and teaching.
As Adler evolved into an accredited degree-granting institution, their security and records management needs changed too.
software, equipment and network demands.
Welcome Aboard
WE CONSIDER IT A PRIVILEGE TO WELCOME OUR NEWEST CUSTOMERS
I M I I N T E R N AT I O N A L
A full-service marketing consultancy, IMI International specializes in the optimization of brand activations. Their areas of expertise includes sponsorship marketing, digital marketing, and brand positioning. PEACE BRIDGE DUTY FREE
With 28,000 square feet of retail, restaurant, and traveller’s services, Peace Bridge Duty Free offers visitors one-stop convenience. Recognized by the Frontier Duty Free Association for service excellence, they are conveniently open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. PROFESSIONAL COURT REPORTERS AWARENESS
For over 25 years, Professional Court Reporters has been providing service and support to the legal community. Their modern facilities are available for discoveries, mediations, and hearings.
TECH IQ ARE YOU PREPARED FOR A DATA DISASTER? Offsite backup
Community Connection YMCA MEGATHON
Offsite backup is a strategy of sending critical data
Earlier this spring we sponsored Arash Bahrami’s participation in the YMCA Megathon for swimming.
out of your main location as part of a business continuity and disaster recovery plan. Data is sent silently and seamlessly via a remote backup service that runs 24 hours a day.
In support of the Strong Kids Campaign, the YMCA Megathon reaches out to children, teens, and families to subsidize the cost of participating in healthy programs and activities.
Offsite backup ensures that your systems and servers can be reloaded with the latest data in the event of a natural disaster, accidental error, or system crash. It also ensures that there is a copy of pertinent data that isn’t stored onsite. By the Numbers:
The Benefits:
Exceeding the goal of raising $150,000, the Megathon raised $193,314, which means that 474 children across the GTA will have year-long access to the YMCA’s programs and facilities.
losses due to employee error advanced persistent threats to data malicious insider actions Source: IT World Canada; Infosecurity Magazine
Visit www.systemarchitects.ca to learn more about offsite backup.
FIVE TIPS FOR SENDING BETTER E-MAILS Quick and useful business tips
that they can’t see or hear you. details.
For further reading see a Guide to Business Etiquette
BCG LOGISTICS GOLF TOURNAMENT
This summer we are once again supporting the BCG Logistics Group Charity Golf Tournament at the Brantford Golf & Country Club. This annual event supports the Brant Community Healthcare System Foundation (BCHSF). BCHSF is committed to transforming community healthcare by focusing on digital technology and state-of-the-art facilities.
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COMPARE YOUR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Meet the Team Our people make the difference As the newest member of our team, Arif Khan brings
Are you getting the most value from your IT?
a rich background in technology, business analysis, and sales support to System Architects. After
We're offering a complimentary consultation. You'll recieve a Keg restaurant gift card just for participating. Some conditions apply.
working with Shoppers Drug Mart, Sears Canada, and Grand & Toy, Arif is settling into his new role as Technical Sales Specialist at the Toronto headquarters.
Arif prides himself on delivering thoughtful and
Arif holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in
strategic solutions that contribute to our customer's
Business Technology Management from Ryerson
success. When asked what he likes about working at
University and an Advanced Diploma in Business
System Architects he said that,"a personable team"
Information Systems from Seneca College of
and "the chance to work with a growing company"
Applied Arts and Technology. He received the
makes System Architects a great place to apply his
Information Technology Achievement Award in
expertise.
2003.
In his leisure time Arif is involved in his local
To reach Arif directly, call 416-226-3240 ext. 504
community coaching a children's soccer team and
or e-mail a.khan@systemarchitects.ca
To schedule your appointment, contact Arif at:
delivering hot meals to those in need for Meals on Wheels.
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