Entries by Garin Livingstone

The cost of unexpected, computer-system downtime

Every day, someone’s computer cannot connect to something that they need to do their job; we call this downtime, usually caused by an outage, and it can impact a group of people within an organization, often at the least convenient of times. CA Technologies surveyed 200 companies in 2011 and estimated that over $26.5 billion […]

November Coffee Connections at Bryley Systems

Please join Bryley Systems as we host the Assabet Valley Chamber of Commerce (AVCC) November Coffee Connections, an early-riser networking opportunity. The November Coffee Connections is on Friday, November 20th, from 7:30am to 9:00am in our office at 12 Main Street, Hudson, MA.  There will be refreshments and door prizes while you network with over […]

The Internet of Things (IoT) – Something old, something new???

Pardon my skepticism, but it seems like IoT is just another catchy phrase to describe something that has been around for a while. Coined in 1999 by Kevin Ashton, IoT refers to the connection of devices like house- hold appliances (washers, dishwashers), transport vehicles (automated carts and vehicles), sophisticated equipment (heart-monitoring implants), etc. to other […]

The value of outsourcing IT

Many organizations invest in Information Technology (IT) as a strategic advantage; others see it as an expensive necessity.  We tend to favor the former perspective, but empathize with the latter; although IT can consume significant financial resources, it is a cornerstone of most modern organizations. Either way, a key decision is whether to keep IT […]

Dana Biello joins Bryley Systems

Dana Biello is an experienced IT professional with a solid technical background deploying, troubleshooting, and supporting Microsoft Windows desktop computers and Microsoft Office applications.  She has held technical positions as an IT Specialist at Patriot Ambulance and at MarketOne International, supporting the end-users at both organizations while maintaining a successful track record of completing IT […]

Bryley Basics: Current VPN issue with iOS 9

If you currently use an Apple device (iPad or iPhone) with a Static IP address, please do not yet update to the new iOS 9 software. There is currently a problem on Apple’s end where the new software is not compatible with a Static IP address and you may lose your VPN connection. If you […]