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PCCD School Security Grant now open until Feb 29 See the eligible list of grant-funded physical security. Jan 26, 2024 The PCCD School Safety and Security Grant Program is now open until Thursday, February 29 for safety-related activities. While there are many eligible activities noted on the funding announcement , we want to bring your attention to Activity 12 which lists the inclusion of: Security planning and purchase of security-related technology, which may include metal detectors, protective lighting, specialty trained canines, surveillance equipment, special emergency communications equipment, automated external defibrillators, electronic locksets, deadbolts, trauma kits and theft control devices and training in the use of security-related technology. Please do reach out to us if you need pricing or any other physical security information for your grant application. We service schools across Western PA and are deeply familiar with their needs. You can check out our K-12 portfolio at www.descomm.com/k-12 Now Read These! The Role of AI Network Monitoring: Methodologies and Solutions READ New PCCD Grant Update: $100,000 Instant Funding for School Safety READ Alyssa's Law: Strengthening Emergency Response in Pennsylvania Schools READ

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Bob Dagostino named to Western Pennsylvania Chapter of NECA Bob Dagostino, founder and president of Dagostino Electronic Services, has been named to the Board of Directors for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA). Aug 19, 2014 PITTSBURGH — Dagostino Electronic Services, Inc. is pleased to announce that the founder and president of the corporation, Mr. Robert P. Dagostino, was recently named to the Board of Directors for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of NECA. Mr. Dagostino has been a member of NECA since 2008 and pledges to help charter the destination of the organization. Mr. Dagostino was nominated by current board members due to a vacancy. “I am honored and humbled to be selected to serve the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of NECA. I am committed to assist in achieving the strategic goals of this chapter,” said Mr. Dagostino. Mr. Dagostino also serves on committees for Habitat for Humanity and MS Leaders Circle for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. About Dagostino Electronic Services, Inc.: Dagostino Electronic Services, Inc. (DES) is a Pittsburgh based, privately held company that designs, sells, installs, and maintains communication technology systems. Since 1973, DES has merged technology from premium providers with comprehensive service and support to give clients the most advanced hardware, software, and service solutions that address their network needs. About the National Electrical Contractors Association: The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) is a trade association in the United States that represents the electrical contracting industry. NECA supports the businesses that bring power, light, and communication technology to buildings and communities. Through advocacy, education, research, and standards development, NECA works to advance the electrical contracting industry. Now Read These! Designing for Technology Seminar at Heinz Field READ How About a Career in STEM? DES High School Booth Goes Virtual READ Des Tronic is Thankful for Public Wi-Fi and Hacker Babies! READ

DES designs highly technical yet hidden audio video solution for Heinz Endowments Dagostino Electronic Services designed and installed a multimedia solution for the Heinz Endowments that mirrored their vision for a functional and sophisticated space. Dec 6, 2017 PITTSBURGH — When leaders at the Heinz Endowments were looking to install the audio and video communication technology for their new conference space in downtown Pittsburgh they turned to Dagostino Electronic Services, Inc. (DES). Their vision was for the technology to coexist within the large, divisble space; have easy accessibility and visibility when required, but hidden from view otherwise. Working closely with The Heinz Endowments team, the general contractor, and the architect, DES designed and installed a solution that mirrored the vision. LED displays were mounted on pivot-swivel ceiling mounts that adjust for easy viewing access regardless of the room configuration. The monitors and web cameras retract into the ceiling when they’re not in use. The space is divisible by four, but rooms can be utilized in any configuration. The system’s room controls were programmed so the technology works seamlessly no matter the configuration. Each room was also equipped with assistive listening hearing loops which deliver intelligible sound directly to individuals with t-coil hearing aids and cochlear implants. Despite the complexity, the Crestron iPad room control interface is simple to use, and changes can be made quickly. “Folks coming into any of these rooms, whether they are combining the rooms or not, can make a choice between whether they want a local presentation, an audio conference, a web conference and you can change these options on the fly,” satisfied users remarked. “You can be giving a local presentation and decide you want to involve someone via audio or via web and press that button and bring those outside folks into your presentation.” “With all the complexity of these rooms, what we strive to do is make the technology transparent and that’s really the key today,” added DES System Integrator Bob Greenhow, a Certified Technology Specialist with more than 20 years of experience designing and installing communication systems. The video technology is also universal; it can be used with any application-based video conferencing software such as Skype, BlueJeans and Google Hangouts. Users can access the video conferencing providers of their choice. In addition to the divisible space, DES recently updated the Three Rivers Room at the Heinz Endowments with plans to complete several additional spaces in the coming months. The audio, video and room control solutions were installed with products from Crestron and Polycom . About the Heinz Endowments The Heinz Endowments seeks to help our region thrive as a whole and just community, and through that work to model solutions to major national and global challenges. We are based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where we concentrate on advancing a sustainable future for our community and planet, successful learning outcomes for young people and their families, and a culture of engaged creativity for all our citizens. Heinz Endowments Conference Room A functional and sophisticated audiovisu Retractable ceiling mounted web cameras. The graphic interface controls the divis Now Read These! Hear the Difference: Transform Your Hybrid Meetings READ DES Audiovisual Enlivens Duquesne’s New School of Osteopathic Medicine READ Streamlining Procurement: How to Utilize PEPPM to Save on the Bid Process READ

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Kids take over DES for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day Eleven kids spent the day at Dagostino Electronic Services on April 26, 2018 for Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. Apr 27, 2018 PITTSBURGH — Eleven children of Dagostino Electronic Services employees participated in Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day on Thursday. ​ The kids listened to presentations from DES President Bob Dagostino, Sales Manager Joe Wodarek, Director of Sales Engineering Jarrett Colosimo and Director of Operations Bob Weiss before going on a building scavenger hunt in search of security cameras. ​ After the scavenger hunt, the kids were interviewed by DES’ marketing team who asked them what their mommy or daddy does for a living and what they want to be when they grow up. The videos, posted below, are adorable. ​ After pizza for lunch, the kids toured the DES Warehouse before returning to the conference room to watch Disney’s “Wall-E” to wrap up the day. ​ Check out pictures from the day, as posted on Facebook, and these videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8r20cXT62fs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8QVtIQNSPM ​ Now Read These!

Precision. Simplicity. Reliability. The 3 Mainstays of a School's Mass Notification System. A unified Mass Communication System (MNS) offers a robust, multi-channel and immediate response to crisis situations. Jan 29, 2020 Read the White Paper to learn how to tailor the capabilities of an MNS for your K-12 school campus. White Paper >> Now Read These! The Role of AI Network Monitoring: Methodologies and Solutions READ New PCCD Grant Update: $100,000 Instant Funding for School Safety READ PCCD Grant Deadline: Plan for School Emergency Alerts Ahead of Alyssa’s Law READ

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. Apr 11, 2023 Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise (ALE) is a well-known brand in the telecommunications industry, offering a wide range of business communication solutions. One of their most popular products is the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise DeskPhone series. These DeskPhones are designed to provide high-quality audio and a range of features to meet the needs of modern businesses. In this article, we'll take a closer look at the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise DeskPhones and explore some of their key features and benefits. Design and Build Quality The DeskPhone series from Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise features a sleek, modern design with a variety of color options to match any office decor. The phones are built to withstand the rigors of daily use, with a durable construction that includes high-quality materials and components. The phones have a large, backlit display for easy viewing and a user-friendly interface that makes it easy to navigate through the various menus and features. Audio Quality One of the key features of the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise DeskPhones is their exceptional audio quality. The phones use advanced audio technologies to provide clear, crisp sound that's free from distortion and interference. The phones feature high-quality speakers and microphones that deliver excellent sound quality, whether you're on a call or listening to music. Ease of Use The DeskPhone series is designed with ease of use in mind. The phones feature a user-friendly interface that makes it easy to access all of the features and functions. The phones have programmable keys that can be customized to suit your specific needs, and they also support hotkeys for quick access to frequently used functions. Features and Functionality The Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise DeskPhones offer a range of features and functionality to meet the needs of modern businesses. Some of the key features include: Support for SIP and H.323 protocols Hands-free speakerphone mode Caller ID display Call forwarding and transfer Voicemail Conference calling Directory services Headset compatibility These features and more make the Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise DeskPhones a powerful communication tool for businesses of all sizes. Integration with Other Systems The DeskPhone series from Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise is designed to work seamlessly with other communication systems, including PBXs, IP networks, and unified communications platforms. This means that businesses can easily integrate the DeskPhones into their existing communication infrastructure, allowing them to leverage the full power of their communication systems. Sale & Support DES is a long-standing reseller partner of Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise, having deployed call centers, phone systems and data networks throughout the country from our offices in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Our voice technicians are certified to provide many levels of technical support on your legacy or new Alcatel Lucent phone systems. Now Read These! FRIDAY15: AI-Driven Location Services with Juniper Networks READ Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Eliminates Cellular Dead Zones READ Streamlining Procurement: How to Utilize PEPPM to Save on the Bid Process READ

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Cybersecurity Toolbox The tools that we use to build a dynamic and comprehensive cybersecurity solution. Jun 11, 2024 At DES, we model our cybersecurity recommendations after the NIST Cybersecurity Framework . This is a set of guidelines developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to help organizations manage and reduce cybersecurity risks. The framework consists of five core functions: Identify: Understand your organization's capabilities to manage cybersecurity risk. Protect: Implement a cybersecurity posture that safeguards your people, systems and assets. Detect: Have solutions in place to monitor and expose cybersecurity events. Respond: Have a plan to investigate and contain an attack. Recover: Repair and restore capabilities after a cybersecurity incident. Within each of these domains, DES helps you choose cybersecurity products and solutions that give you the right defenses for your unique needs. Here are a selection of the tools that we use to build a dynamic, user-friendly and comprehensive cybersecurity solution. Identify Cybersecurity Assessment & Diagnostic: Our first step is to analyze your current state. We provide a complimentary cybersecurity scan which will identify your current areas of vulnerabilities. Asset Inventory: Do you have a systematic listing of all your connected assets? Can you quickly see each asset’s security status and user authorizations? Our asset management tools help identify and manage all assets connected to your network, reducing the risk of unauthorized access or unpatched vulnerabilities. Risk Assessment: A risk assessment must be conducted internally, within the executive and legal stakeholders of your organization. A thorough risk assessment identifies potential threats, vulnerabilities, and their potential impact on your operations. Data Classification: Categorize your data based on its sensitivity and importance. This helps in prioritizing protection measures and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Protect Advanced/Next-Generation Firewalls: These are enhanced firewalls that offer advanced threat detection and prevention, including features like deep packet inspection and intrusion detection. Identity Protection and Authentication: Tools that secure user identities and control access to networks, often using multi-factor authentication (MFA) so that only authorized users can access company materials or classified files. Vulnerability Scanning: A suite of dedicated tools can regularly scan your network, software and systems for known vulnerabilities. This proactive approach helps in identifying potential weak points before they can be exploited. Training: Ultimately, your cybersecurity strategy is as good as the operators managing the systems. When DES designs and deploys systems, we only walk out of the job once your operators know how to use the systems. Detect Endpoint Protection: Endpoint protection protects individual devices, such as laptops, mobile phones and tablets, from cyber threats like malware. EDR is essential for any organization with many BYOD devices Streamlined Threat Hunting: A combination of AI-based, human, and behavioral network analysis are designed to look for signs of malicious activity, trigger automatic investigations and guided playbooks that accelerate triage and response. Managed Detection & Response (MDR): Sometimes you don’t have the in-house resources to provide the attention and vigilance that cybersecurity requires. A MDR service provides continuous monitoring and response to cyber threats. It combines technology and human expertise to rapidly identify and neutralize threats before they can cause significant damage. Security Operations Center (SOC) for Around the Clock (24/7/365) Monitoring, Detection, and Response: For more intensive and continuous detection, we recommend a SOC. This is a centralized unit that deals with security issues on an organizational and technical level. It ensures that potential security incidents are correctly identified, analyzed, defended, investigated, and reported. Respond Incident Response Plan: Develop a comprehensive plan that outlines steps to take during a cybersecurity incident. Forensic Tools: Implement tools that can help investigate and analyze security breaches. Communication Systems: Establish secure communication channels for coordinating response efforts during an incident. Recover Backup and Recovery Systems: Implement robust backup solutions to ensure data can be restored quickly after an incident. Post-Incident Analysis Tools: Use tools to analyze what happened and improve future responses. Business Continuity Planning: Develop strategies to maintain critical operations during and after a cybersecurity incident. Within this framework, we work with you to design a cybersecurity strategy that meets best practices and is affordable and manageable for you to operate. Now Read These! FCC Launches Cybersecurity Pilot for K-12: What You Need to Know READ Streamlining Procurement: How to Utilize PEPPM to Save on the Bid Process READ End-of-December Checklist for When the Office Gets Really Quiet READ

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