Be sure to visit RetroFit at the upcoming shows and seminars.
MASSCUE 2011 State Technology Conference
Webinar Date: Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Webinar Date: Thursday, October 27, 2011
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Location: Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA
Please visit us at the MassCue State Technology Conference to see how RetroFit can provide invaluable IT services and products to keep your school system running smoothly. Learn how RetroFit can support your school’s IT infrastructure using both internal capabilities and management of our strategic partners. For directions and more information on the show, visit www.masscue.org
MASBO Trade Show
Show Date: Tuesday, March 13, 2011
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: The Lantana, Randolph, MA
Booth No.: TBD
Please visit us at the MASBO Show to see how RetroFit can provide invaluable IT services and products to keep your school system running smoothly. Learn how RetroFit can walk you through the E-Rate process to ensure maximum amount of federal funding for your technology needs. For directions and more information on the show, visit www.masbo.org
Green STAR 2012
Show Date: May 2012 (TBD)
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: TBD
Booth No.: TBD
Please be sure to visit us at the Green STAR 2012 Expo. RetroFit has been exhibiting at this show since its inception 14 years ago! RetroFit has been on the Massachusetts state contract since 1994 and is currently an authorized vendor for ITC16 (IT Hardware Services for Schools and Libraries); ITC16A (statewide contract for IT Hardware Services and Products); ITS43 (Solutions Providers – Professional Services); and OFF27 (Scanners).
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Managed IT Services
RetroFit’s retroEYE®is a low price service that proactively monitors and maintains your network with the goal of minimizing the IT problems you face – resulting in maximum uptime and higher end user productivity.
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Desktop Support Services
RetroFit provides an array of essential desktop management services on a flat rate subscription basis to small and medium sized businesses. We help you minimize the hidden costs of desktop ownership which can be considerable.
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Server Support Services
RetroFit provides an array of essential server management services to small and medium sized businesses. We help you maximize your server and application uptime to keep productivity levels high.
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retroCARE® Onsite Support & Maintenance
Our customers want customized maintenance programs at an affordable price. For nearly three decades, RetroFit has delivered fast, expert service on all major manufacturers of computer equipment. As one of New England’s largest and oldest maintenance organizations, RetroFit’s expertise is unmatched.
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Backup and Disaster Recovery Solution
RetroFit’s total Backup and Disaster Recovery Solution is monitored and managed by RetroFit’s NOC on a 24x7 basis. Not only do we monitor the entire solution (Servers, NAS and Remote Storage facilities), we manage it by performing restorations and virtualization of servers, as needed. Our solution replaces management intensive, error-prone tape backups while providing much, much more!
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Block Time Services
RetroFit’s Block Time Services (BTS) are designed to provide the highest level of service and support at an advantageous rate. RetroFit’s BTS is a cost–effective service that not only saves you money, but enables you to quickly schedule our resources to meet your requirements. Our consulting and service experts stay ahead of the curve utilizing the latest technologies and troubleshooting methods bringing that knowledge and experience to you.
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Anti-Spam Protection
RetroFit’s Hosted Service provides unsurpassed email security against internal and external threats such as spam, viruses, spyware, phishing schemes,
identity theft, and other dangerous and offensive content. We also protect network systems from external threats such as denial of service and directory harvest attacks.
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HP ProCurve Networking
HP ProCurve is the world’s second largest—and fastest-growing—networking manufacturer. RetroFit has partnered with HP ProCurve because their networking products deliver high-performance, no-compromise functionality at affordable prices. HP ProCurve offers wired and wireless networking products and solutions for local area networks (LANs) as well as a solid commitment to open industry standards and seamless multivendor interoperability.
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201 CMR 17.00 Certification
IT’S THE LAW – Massachusetts has introduced a tough new data protection law designed to prevent security breaches and identity theft. Any business or state entity that handles Massachusetts residents’ personal information is subject to this law.
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Kodak Document Imaging
For almost 80 years, Kodak has been helping banks, insurance companies, healthcare providers, government agencies and other businesses produce billions of document images. Together, RetroFit and Kodak can deliver what our customers want – easy-to-use scanners that output the best possible image quality.
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Perfect Page,
Smart Touch
E-Rate/SLD Overview
The Schools & Libraries Program (SLD), also known as E-Rate is administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) under the FCC. This program provides discounts to assist more schools and libraries to obtain affordable telecommunications, internet access, internal connections and basic maintenance.
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Eligible Equipment
What is SLD or E-Rate? The Schools & Libraries Program, also known as E-Rate is administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) under the FCC. This federal funding program provides reimbursements to schools and libraries for specific telecommunication services and products. All eligible entities that comply with E-Rate program rules and regulations can be awarded funding…. you just have to apply! The application process is very involved and tedious….one mistake and your application is discarded.
How Can RetroFit Help?
- Complete all E-Rate Forms
- Develop a Technology Plan
- RFP development for procurement of eligible products and services
- Competitive bidding support and evaluation of bids
- Provide guidance on Technology Plan
- General Compliance Guidelines
- Ensure Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) compliant
- Comprehensive Billing Audits
- Determine total reimbursement
- Submission of Appeals
- Service Substitutions
- Track important deadlines
- Manage mandatory document retention
- Train your staff on future E-Rate filings
RetroFit can help you participate in the E-Rate program. If you are already receiving benefits from E-Rate, but could use some assistance, we can tailor our services to meet your goals!
For more information, contact us at 508.478.2222 or email at information@retrofit.com
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