InSys Views - February 2007

Volume 2, Issue 2 - February 2007

We have some exciting news this month, although we won't know how the story ends for another week. InSys Consulting is in the running for the 2007 WEPO Award, given by the Women President's Educational Organization to honor an Outstanding Women's Business Enterprise in the New York City and Washington DC area. This award recognizes outstanding customer service, creative problem solving and a commitment to diversity programs.

To be considered, a company must be nominated by its clients, and we're on the list thanks to endorsements from folks at UPS and at Cendant. (Thanks, guys!) The winner will be announced at WEPO's annual awards breakfast, which will be held March 1, at Tavern on the Green.

Just being nominated is a tremendous honor, and I'm very excited at the possibility of taking home the prize. So wish us luck, keep your fingers crossed, and send us some positive thoughts a week from tomorrow.

Regards,

Linda Magnusson-Rosario, CEO

2007 Bank Technology Forecast

So what will be the top challenges and opportunities for banks in 2007? Bank Systems & Technology has gathered forecasts from leading industry observers to provide a consolidated prediction about the road ahead. Read the article.

Five Things You Should Know About Fighting Spam

Spam probably accounts for 85% or more of your email and fighting it gets trickier and trickier each year. This CIO article offers some basics for understanding what your IT department is up against. Read the article.

A Look at Microsoft Office Alternatives

When you consider the cost of Microsoft software (a couple of hundred dollars per license) and multiply that by hundreds or thousands of licenses, it's clear why companies are wondering about the value of keeping Microsoft Office around. This article at Network Computing offers insights about making the move to OpenOffice. Read the article.

We Got People

In InSys Views, we like to highlight some of things our folks do when they're not on the job. This month, the spotlight is on Jim Russo, an InSys account manager at UPS. Jim works with an organization called the Council for Unity, a group he helped found at his Brooklyn high school some 32 years ago. For over three decades, CFU has been helping young people engage naturally in a safe and nurturing environment. Through CFU activities, teens and pre-teens acquire skills in leadership, communication and conflict resolution, helping them grow into productive citizens and positive role models.

Jim has stayed involved because of his own CFU experience. "We're at risk of losing the younger generation to gangs and drugs and prison," he says. "It's great to be able to do something about it. It's a good cause and a great group."

If you'd like to donate to CFU, or would like more information, drop Jim a note at jrusso@insysus.com.

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