After 30 years of communication installations I wonder what possesses some IT directors when they don't consult a professional as they embark upon spending thousands of dollars for the installation of their voice and data wiring.
When Lights Go Out In Georgia, by Duke Smith
Severe storms that produce lightning happens frequently during this time of year and if you have not talked with your insurance agent or the policy provider lately, take 10 minutes to insure they are still in business! Many were sold during the year of 2009 and discovery of their survivability takes only a few phone calls.
48 Hours Of A Cutover Nightmare, by Duke Smith
It has been stated that "nightmares may be upsetting, but they are not "real" and can't harm you. And if you have one, you're in good company" or are you?
Surge In System Orders Causes Product Shortages, by Duke Smith
The hidden challenge, the surge of system orders and the requests for material has caused product shortages. Upon the placement of the materials needed for the installations it was disclosed to us that there is now a shortage of product needed for the installations. Apparently manufacturing plants stopped producing product and started reducing inventory in 2009 due to a lack of purchases. They in turn let go or laid off their workers and the inventory continued to deplete throughout 2009.
