If I was going to liken the interview process to something, I would describe it to be much like a first date. Sometimes, the interviewee is the more adamant party – they’ve done their research on Facebook and the web, and they want badly to be with this company. Other times, the company interviewing is the pursuant. Perhaps they’ve heard through colleagues and friends that this person would be a good fit.

These experiences can be incredible – a connection can be there, and the conversation that occurs can be sharp and clever and interesting. After it’s over, each person leaves and there is excitement about the future. On the other hand, there could be zero connection. Zero chemistry. (Mayday! Mayday! Abort ship!) The candidate might have looked incredible on paper, but it becomes obvious from the start that this is not what either side had in mind. (more…)

STL Communications, Inc., a leading provider of technology and telecommunications implementation and solutions, has been named the 2016 Avaya Midmarket Partner of the Year Award at the recent Avaya ENGAGE conference held in Las Vegas. Avaya presented several awards for outstanding support, contribution and commitment to innovation from their partner community. (more…)

Every organization is looking to improve upon their data security. Avaya Communications, a leader in data networking, WLAN, and security, helps IT professionals, compliance officers and senior management by providing a solution that provides only as much access as each user requires. The Avaya Identity Engines Portfolio offers security policy based on user requirements. It protects organizations as more users bring personal devices to the work place.

Providing All Levels of Protection

BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) is a major player for all organizations. The Avaya Identity Engine adds the benefits of security controls and flexibility based on user (these users include guests, contractors, employees and others who may be on or off premise). These security controls exist while facilitating access via wired, wireless and VPN networks. (more…)

Heading up such strategic areas as systems installations, warehousing, purchasing and IT, as well as human resources, Greg Bell possesses an in-depth understanding of the role STL Communications, Inc. plays in the success of its customers – and with twenty plus years of logistics experience and top notch people, he ensures the resources are in place to meet these demands. (more…)

As a former educator and school technology coordinator, there are a few issues I see educational institutions neglecting to consider when it comes to what’s best for the students. We always want to give our students the best opportunity and access to the best technology and teaching methods. But before you implement new technology too fast, first consider if your school infrastructure and IT department can handle it. (more…)