From the outside, keeping everyone safe can seem relatively simple. However, there is a lot that goes on behind the scenes to make sure our public safety professionals are all up to standards. The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) policy is crucial towards ensuring safety organizations are protecting their network along with the public. …

The future with artificial intelligence is here. And don’t worry—it’s not like the movies. Instead of taking over the world, AI is helping us learn, grow, and understand our surroundings more than ever. In the SLED market, AI is being used in ways that enhance productivity and evolve the way we do things. In this episode, Rick from DALY speaks with…

Keeping the public safe is a tough job. In an environment that is so unpredictable where anything could happen, the last thing you want is for your technology to break, get lost, or simply not work. Maintaining order and safety with reliable technology and networks has become just as important as patrolling the streets. This episode features two in…

There is a common saying that knowledge is power. But the way young people grasp that knowledge is just as powerful. In this technological era, there are so many new ways that knowledge can be gained in schools. Audio is one of those ways. Starting with students in kindergarten all the way to graduation, audio has become a powerful cornerstone of g…

The meeting space is considered a healthy environment for a storm. Well, a brainstorm. It’s an area where ideas are created and things get done. However, without the proper tools in that space, the storm often dies off. The principles of scaling and leveraging your space should be seamless so the ideas can get flowing right away. In this episode, y…

In the Public Sector, budgets often run thin. So, making sure you’re purchasing quality equipment with an already tight margin is difficult. But how do you differentiate good from bad quality? Doing more with less has never been more important, especially in a public sector that becomes more technologically advanced day-by-day. In this episode, Ric…

Physical security is a must for any organization, but what happens when you have a site that doesn’t meet requirements for the traditional setup? The lack of cabled network access and power sources have been limiting, and frustrating, for many organizations with remote sites, large campuses, or spaces that are ‘off the grid.’ Until now… In this epi…

Audio is a quality that often gets overlooked. However, in education, healthcare, and transportation, audio is crucial for productivity and efficiency. In a technological world, personalized audio in these industries is becoming more and more necessary. The importance of an affordable headset that doesn’t sacrifice quality cannot be overstated. In …

Education over the years has changed dramatically. Technology has become a defining aspect of student learning and when those tools are interrupted due to outages and mechanical issues, the learning process could be halted. The ability to protect, maintain, and strengthen your institutions hardware and software can be the difference between a quali…

The move from in-person to at-home learning during the pandemic has caused for innovative technologies to enhance education for students, teachers, and parents. The classroom is more digitalized than ever and never before seen access with new technologies has brought learning into a new age. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats with John O’Connor,…

For years, public sector organizations have had negative reactions every time they heard the term "managed print services" or MPS for short. They immediately thought about the old 'rip and replace' model that caused more effort and expense than desired. But things have changed drastically, and managed print is worlds apart from where it used to be.…

When your workplace is everywhere, endpoint security is everything. That's why DALY and HP offer organizations a host of advanced technologies for organizations to secure their endpoint cyber-defenses and protect their PCs and printers. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats with James Dobra, Director of Security Solutions, HP Enterprise Security, a…

In the ever-evolving realm of IT infrastructure, recent events have sent ripples through the industry, particularly impacting public sector organizations relying heavily on virtualization solutions. In this episode, Alan Conboy, Field CTO of Scale Computing, delves into the ramifications of Broadcom's acquisition of VMWare, unraveling the various r…

Today's ransomware is not just about the encryption anymore. Bad actors are improving their tactics, which is putting the public and private sector at greater risks for cyber attacks. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats with Will Crittenden, Technology Evangelist for Racktop Systems, who discusses the latest (and not greatest) threats facing you …

We live in a visual world. Things need to be bolder, brighter, and bigger to have an impact. That is particularly true for the public sector. From classrooms to courthouses and campuses to conference rooms, the need for strong visual elements has never been higher or more important. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats with Chris Grizanti and Jess…

There are so many issues plaguing IT administrators these days when it comes to storing data. You need to keep it secure from cyber threats yet accessible to those who need it when they need it. And functioning within an O365 environment doesn't solve these challenges--it makes them more complex with the need for third-party solutions written direc…

The DALY Technology Showcase will take place October 24 at the Science Museum of Virginia in Richmond, VA. Greg Scearce of the Virginia Information Technologies Agency joins Rick from DALY to discuss why it is important for organizations to attend, what they will get out of the showcase, and more. To learn more about the VA showcase event, or to re…

Face it - artificial intelligence (AI) has gotten a bad rap in the education space. From students using AI to write papers to staff members fearing that AI will eliminate their jobs, this 'miracle technology' is not looked upon kindly in K-12 or higher education. But Microsoft is looking to change all that by using AI to advance education for stude…

The workplace has evolved beyond the traditional office setting. Hybrid work is here to stay, and most workers are happy about the shorter commutes, casual dress, and autonomy that accompany the work-from-home-or-anywhere scenario. But not IT workers. For IT, hybrid work means MORE work. Not just expertly navigating the tech complexities of employe…

Times have changed. Technology has changed. So why are people still using spreadsheets to inventory their devices? Shouldn't the tracking method be as sophisticated as the devices you're keeping in inventory? In this episode, Ray Whitlock of Wasp Barcode Technologies chats with us about just how far device inventory methods have come, what prompted…

The public safety landscape has changed drastically over the past few years. The devices public safety organizations utilize need to be better, stronger, more sustainable, and more reliable. In this episode, Panasonic Connect's Adam Waxman discusses how TOUGHBOOK mobile devices have evolved along side the public safety world to provide the performa…

Remember when your cellular phone was just a phone? Or when you had to stand on a corner and hail a taxi? Or when you had to pay an extra dollar on your video rental because you forgot to rewind the VHS tape? Things sure have changed (for the better!) when it comes to technology. And that is very evident in the physical security space. (Hint: It's …

The modern enterprise demands network agility, scalability, and security—but without the complexity. Organizations in the SLED space need to provide a unified solution that is highly scalable and can extend across multiple locations and device types. This 'fabric' network needs to handle the load anywhere: data center, campus, or branch. In this ep…

The infrastructure challenges faced by government and education organizations are numerous. From using systems and equipment that were designed for Fortune 50 companies to leaning on system admins who wear multiple hats, the deck seems stacked against the SLED market. But there is an 'easy button' that can be pushed, so to speak. In this episode, w…

The SLED (State/Local Government, Education) is filled with challenges. When a SLED customer comes to DALY looking for solutions, they want to know that they’re speaking with someone who’s ‘been there, done that’ and understands the hurdles that need to be cleared to implement new technology. In this episode, we chat with Michael Townsend, Solution…

Did you ever think that World War II planes and today's digital data would have something in common? Neither did we ;-) But they do share a common thread known as Survivorship Bias. Just when you think you know how and where to protect your organization's data based upon past events, you learn something different based upon the lessons of the WWII …

You've been there. You're in a school, hospital, government center, or other labrynth-like maze trying to figure out where you need to go. It's frustrating during the calmest of times, but add any pressure to that situation--an emergency, an appointment for which you can't be late--and it becomes maddening. In this episode, Rick from DALY chats wit…

Last year it was announced that there is $314B of government funding available over the next 5 years for public/private transit to update their technology to support rider needs within their communities. What is the role for 5G in transportation? What should transportation authorities look for in a robust wireless solution? In this episode, Rick fr…

There is a lot of talk these days about the evolution of ransomware. Bad actors are growing in number and getting more sophisticated, and backup disaster recovery should no longer be considered as a cyber resiliency tool. Organizations need to understand, and prepare for, what they can expect after a ransomware attack occurs. In this episode, Rick …

The needs and demands of users connecting to a Wi-Fi network continue to grow. They require speed and reliability (among many other things) to have a positive user experience. DALY and our strategic partner, Aruba, are working with organizations throughout Maryland and Virginia to provide the best Wi-Fi network and experience for all--students, sta…

The traditional workplace may never be the same. But whether you're working from the office, the conference room, a shared space, a home office, your dining room table, or the coffee shop around the corner, you need to have a consistent presence when collaborating with your colleagues, superiors, or people outside your organization. In this episode…

Physical security for organizational spaces is no longer a 'nice to have.' It is a 'MUST have.' And the use case for physical security goes far beyond the traditional camera systems of the past. Organizations have many different needs--from access control to life/health safety to cybersecurity--that require their security platform to be reliable, s…

The pandemic caused so many changes in education. From hybrid facilities to blended environments, both K-12 and higher education facilities have had to adapt and evolve. But how can educators effectively reach students from varying backgrounds, cultures, social development, academic levels, etc. within one classroom environment? In this episode, Ri…

Email is ubiquitous. We practically use email all day, every day, and most organizations could not function well without it. Hackers and bad actors know this, which is why they use email to attempt to access our devices, systems, accounts, and data. That's why we need to ensure our email remains safe and secure to avoid any potential data, financia…

Computer science has been a part of K-12 and higher education curricula for many years. But emerging technologies and changing societal needs require a shift toward the 'next generation' -- AI and data science. Students and staff need to develop skills today for the careers of tomorrow. In this episode, we're joined by HP's Kristin Hempstead, North…

While no one knows exactly what the future holds, it seems evident that people will be working and learning from just about anywhere. Most people don’t think twice about using third-party Wi-Fi connections when accessing company data on their devices. The “anywhere connected device” creates risk of an attack in the unlikeliest of places. In this ep…