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Dynamics Corner
Upgrade Now to Microsoft Dynamics GP 10.0
We've already started scheduling Version 10 upgrades-if you are interested in discussing this, please contact your project manager or Sue Bernier.
 
Read more about the advantages of Version 10.
Don't Miss this New Webinar in March
Windows Server '08 Sneak Peek Webinar
3/4  10:00 am -11:30
am
 
 
Did You Know?
Vitale Caturano was recognized as one of the "Area's Largest IT Consulting Firms" for the third consecutive year by the Boston Business Journal.
Client Feedback
"Vitale Caturano's knowledge of controls, current IT trends, and industry best practices has allowed us to continually enhance our internal security policies and stay at the forefront of operational effectiveness and efficiency. Their staff consistently responds to time sensitive questions and has also been instrumental in leveraging their knowledge and ensuring our staff are an integrated part of each engagement."
 
Michael J. Piemonte, SVP/Risk Management
Benjamin Franklin Bank
 
February 2008
Message From Bill Kracunas 

Welcome to the premier issue of the Vitale Caturano Technology Consulting Briefing.  We look forward to providing you with useful, timely information.  Future issues of this Briefing will include commentary on industry trends, webinars/events, Microsoft Dynamics "tips and tricks", and client success stories. If you would like us to feature a topic or have comments, please contact Katherine Freund.

Next Month  

Virtual technology is truly a paradigm shift.  Change is coming quickly through virtualization in the IT environment.   In our next issue we'll discuss how, when, and why it may be time for you to get on board.

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Postini: E-Mail Security, Productivity and Your Business
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IT Outsourcing Provides In-House Support Tailored to Your Needs
Clients value our approach to technology consulting--business first and technology second.  Research shows that information technology has become the single biggest source of productivity improvements in our economy, yet many business executives view the IT organization as a cost center that should be reduced.
  
Our business-focused approach aims to focus IT spending on strategic initiatives so tangible benefits can be as easy to see and understand as the IT costs incurred to deliver them.  The most successful companies are proactive in establishing the relationship between IT costs and business benefits.
 
Read more and contact Diego Rosenfeld to discuss a complimentary on-site assessment.
Industry Events
Microsoft CRM Briefing, February 15
9:30 am-11:30 am at Microsoft
201 Jones Road, Waltham
Microsoft CRM is the fastest growing CRM solution, which provides powerful, intuitive tools for sales, marketing and customer service organizations.  Members of the Vitale Caturano Dynamics team are attending and will be available to meet with you following the briefing.  Register

Bill Kracunas speaking at AIIM Conference, March 5 
Integrating Disparate Applications and Leveraging Existing Technology to Manage Risk and Compliance is the subject of Bill's presentation.  www.aiimexpo.com

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains 2008 Users Conference, March 11-14
Remember to register for the premier Dynamics users conference in Orlando, and also join Vitale Caturano at our dinner event. Please contact Cristen Coleman-Gioia for details about the dinner.  Register
 
Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 Launch and Join Vitale Caturano for Lunch
March 20, 8:00 am-12:00 pm
Lunch 12:00 pm-1:30pm
Hyatt Regency Boston
Join your Vitale Caturano Dynamics team for lunch following this event. Find out how to gain clear visibility into your sales pipeline and make smarter decisions with real-time business metrics using Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0.  During lunch you will learn more about how we can help you with your CRM implementation and integration.  Register
 
Citrix iForum App Delivery Expo Briefing Held at Vitale Caturano
Clients who were unable to travel to Las Vegas for the Citrix conference heard about the highlights first hand from representatives of Citrix and the Vitale Caturano team.  Contact Doug Bosley to learn more about Citrix.
  
Client Success Stories

The Clark & Reid Companies 
Moving Ahead of the Competition
The Clark & Reid Companies were planning significant investments in IT to support its business strategy and sought guidance from Vitale Caturano. With the firm's help, the company is now poised to maintain its leadership position even among strong competitive and economic pressures.

The Clark & Reid Companies now have real-time visibility into its business operations and higher revenues in a large part due to Vitale Caturano's focus on IT strategy and strength in application management. The Clark & Reid Companies have the confidence to continue its aggressive IT investment strategy, and the resources of a proven technology partner who helps the company align its business operations with IT.

Read more about the challenge, solution, and results.