5 Novembre 2019
Security – common mistakes

“43% of cyberattacks target small businesses.” Just because your business is small doesn’t mean it is insignificant to potential cybercriminals. In fact, many hackers specifically target small businesses because they often make simple security mistakes that are easy to exploit. The time to act is now! Use this graphic as your starting point to proactively identify and address common security problems. At AGORA TECH srls, we know you didn’t start your business because you were an expert in security. Let us help you keep your data safe so you can stay focused on what you do best. Contact us to learn more!

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5 Novembre 2019
Personalized Learning, Teachers Unleashed, and a Learning Analytics Partnership: The Story of Fresno Unified

When the first 400 teachers applied to participate in the Fresno Unified School District Personalized Learning Initiative (PLI) back in 2016, they did so to improve learning for their students. Along the way, they discovered improvements to support their teaching practices. One key success of PLI is the professional education and digital collaboration opportunities it provides to teachers. Fellow PLI teachers were able to communicate on Microsoft Teams, the same program they would bring into their classrooms. This support meant more successful implementation in those classrooms. Check out this article to discover more insights from Fresno’s PLI.

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5 Novembre 2019
SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 end of support is coming

A lot has changed since 2008. Over the past 10 years, Microsoft has spent its time making huge improvements to their server offerings, including hybrid cloud platforms, robust security, and advanced analytic capabilities. Now, with end of support for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 on the horizon, it’s time for you to experience these new advancements. At AGORA TECH srls, we know that change can be scary! That is why we’re here to help you through a smooth transition. Contact us to start the process today.

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5 Novembre 2019
Enabling Analytics for Improvement ‒ Lessons from Year 2 of Fresno’s Personalized Learning Initiative

How to do you keep the momentum rolling for initiatives? First, you need to understand your current success: what’s working and where can we improve? Second, you need to communicate that success to parents, teachers, principals, and anyone one else with a stake in student progress. Fresno Unified’s Personalized Learning Initiative, in partnership with #Microsoft, Digital Promise, and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, integrated learning analytics to do just that. In this year 2 report, the results speak for themselves: The initiative is accomplishing its goals of closing achievement gaps and preparing students for “as yet imagined futures.” Let’s keep this momentum going to improve the lives of all students!

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5 Novembre 2019
The total economic impact of Microsoft Azure SQL Database managed instance

When you think about switching from running and housing your SQL Server on-premises to Azure, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the infrastructure maintenance savings. But what about hidden savings? Like efficiency savings for your IT team and database admins? Or the freedom to expand your capacity as soon as you need it? In this financial impact study, Forrester explores all the potential savings, costs, frustrations, and advantages associated with switching to the Azure cloud. The results are exciting! At AGORA TECH srls, we want what is best for your business. Contact us to learn more.

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