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DES Audiovisual Enlivens Duquesne’s New School of Osteopathic Medicine
Explore the AV techniques that create an immersive and experiential learning environment.
Streamlining Procurement: How to Utilize PEPPM to Save on the Bid Process
Learn how PEPPM saves you time, costs and assures compliance with procurement.
WATCH: Genetec Security Power-Up for K-12
Power through a top list of configurations, automations and integrations on your Genetec platform.
PCCD School Security Grant now open until Feb 29
See the eligible list of grant-funded physical security.
Technology "Lives Well" at GNC
DES designed and installed the network infrastructure at GNC’s global headquarters located in Pittsburgh’s historic Strip District.
Fifty Years of Excellence
From Telephony to Artificial Intelligence, DES Continues to Stay Ahead of the Curve
Structured Cabling Articles
Technology "Lives Well" at GNC
DES designed and installed the network infrastructure at GNC’s global headquarters located in Pittsburgh’s historic Strip District.
Copper vs. Fiber: The Battle of Quick Performance vs. Futureproof Infrastructure
What’s better: Copper coaxial or fiber optic cabling? Here’s a quick primer.
📶 You Never Want a Dead Zone in an Emergency!
How is cellphone coverage in your building? Is it costing you wasted time - and more importantly, serious risk in a crisis situation?
WATCH: DES Techs Pull Fiber in Acrisure Stadium 5G Deployment
Watch how DES Cabling Techs splice, pull and install fiber in Pittsburgh's premiere sporting venue.
Security Articles
Streamlining Procurement: How to Utilize PEPPM to Save on the Bid Process
Learn how PEPPM saves you time, costs and assures compliance with procurement.
WATCH: Genetec Security Power-Up for K-12
Power through a top list of configurations, automations and integrations on your Genetec platform.
End-of-December Checklist for When the Office Gets Really Quiet
Do the final two weeks of December get very quiet in your office? Here's a list of operational and strategic suggestions that you can whip through and get done in less than a morning.
Q4 Cybersecurity Breakfast: Briefing & Guidance
The Q4 Cybersecurity Breakfast brought together cybersecurity professionals to explore the evolving challenges and strategies in today's digital defense landscape.
Networks Articles
End-of-December Checklist for When the Office Gets Really Quiet
Do the final two weeks of December get very quiet in your office? Here's a list of operational and strategic suggestions that you can whip through and get done in less than a morning.
Q4 Cybersecurity Breakfast: Briefing & Guidance
The Q4 Cybersecurity Breakfast brought together cybersecurity professionals to explore the evolving challenges and strategies in today's digital defense landscape.
FRIDAY15: Protecting Building Systems from Cyber Attack
Every networked camera, sensor, access point and building system is a possible entry point for cyber attack.
Cyberattacks are Coming for K12—So is Grant Funding
K12 is increasingly becoming a lucrative target for bad actors. What can you do to get secured—and get it funded?
Cybersecurity Articles
Streamlining Procurement: How to Utilize PEPPM to Save on the Bid Process
Learn how PEPPM saves you time, costs and assures compliance with procurement.
What looks like a typical email and costs you $1.8 million?
What looks like a typical email and costs you $1.8 million?
Data Breach Live with DES
In a packed room at Heinz Field, attendees listened to important lessons on how to prevent cybercrime at their business and the myths that are connected with cybersecurity.
Take advantage of up to $2500 on qualifying FortiGates
The FortiGate UTM Bundle extends threat protection across the digital attack surface, providing industry-leading defense against sophisticated threats. From now until September 30, 2019, buy a qualifying three year FortiGate UTM Bundle and save up to $2500.
Voice Articles
Streamlining Procurement: How to Utilize PEPPM to Save on the Bid Process
Learn how PEPPM saves you time, costs and assures compliance with procurement.
See What's New in Next-Generation Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise Phones
Take a closer look at the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise DeskPhones and explore some of their key features and benefits.
The DES Solution Toolkit for K-12
What does the re-imagined school look like? It's a space that is seamlessly connected, with smart IP security and a versatile hybrid network.
Networked for Healing: The Healing Center Opens its Doors
The Healing Center’s newest medical marijuana dispensary in Cranberry showcases technology on its menu.
Multimedia Articles
DES Audiovisual Enlivens Duquesne’s New School of Osteopathic Medicine
Explore the AV techniques that create an immersive and experiential learning environment.
Streamlining Procurement: How to Utilize PEPPM to Save on the Bid Process
Learn how PEPPM saves you time, costs and assures compliance with procurement.
Wirelessly Connect to your Conference Room AV
See how the Dante System allows you to wirelessly connect your devices to your favorite legacy audio gear.
A Spectacular Entrance for Steamfitters 499
The 20-foot wide video wall in the new Steamfitters lobby is as striking as it's versatile.