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Você sabia que existe um mercado de US$50 bilhões sob o governo federal GSA (EUA Administração de Serviços Gerais) agendar programas? Isso representa cerca de 10 % dos gastos totais com aquisições federais. Você sabia que agosto e setembro são tradicionalmente os períodos do ano mais movimentados para as agências governamentais tomarem decisões de compra de tecnologia para o próximo ano (o ano fiscal termina em 30^de setembro)? Embora este mercado seja muito atraente para as empresas, para se qualificarem nestes programas federais, os produtos devem estar em conformidade com a Lei do Acordo Comercial (TAA) e ter características especiais de produto em categorias de nicho para aumentar a sua oportunidade de ganhar a licitação.

There is great opportunity for resellers to differentiate themselves in the larger monitor bidding process if they fully understand the niche government product features that will distinguish them from the competition under IT Schedule 70. Whether it’s small or large format displays you are considering, before jumping into the TAA compliant display business, make sure you are aware of the following handful of features that will greatly improve the user experience for your buyer: For instance, ViewSonic’s latest small format TAA display models feature a DisplayPort™ input, Eco-mode functionality for reduced power consumption and longer product life, advanced ergonomics, and automatic aspect ratio adjustment. Our large format commercial displays (sizes 42”, 47”, 55” and 65”) offer features including energy saving LED panel technology, a built-in media player for video and signage, slim bezels for eye-catching design, and video-wall-ready capabilities for extended possibilities. The Energy Star®, Eco-mode and LED features give our products an edge to qualify for the monitor product category under the GSA Environmental Program. Government needs smarter technology solutions. Ultra slim designs and Displayport™ features add this advantage. DisplayPort™ is the next generation interface technology replacing DVI, LVDS and VGA and enabling ultra thin displays, higher graphic performance and super fast response time.

ViewSonic has merged its 25-year display heritage and expertise to deliver the latest and greatest display technology at the best value along with TAA compliance, to offer our resellers the opportunity to get into the TAA monitor game. Our channel support also offers a variety of programs to support government resellers, including joint-participation for trade shows, bid services and more.

To learn more about our TAA compliant monitors, read our PR release here. And if you already have federal GSA contracts, share your experiences and ideas with us on our blog.

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Você é um apresentador ou educador profissional que reforça apresentações no palco com uma caneta laser? Você encontra satisfação na interação instantânea com seu público durante sua apresentação? Nesse caso, você ficará cativado por alguns dos recursos exclusivos que os aplicativos de apresentação atuais no mercado oferecem para ajudá-lo a interagir com seu público enquanto impulsionam a colaboração. Dois aplicativos dignos de nota que recomendamos para interação com o público são DisplayNote e Doceri.

DisplayNote is a software app that enables multi-user collaboration across any platform including smartphones, tablets and laptops; with support for more than 30 devices connected simultaneously. This app allows the presenter to share their screen while enabling instantaneous communication with other connected devices. In presenter mode, presenters or teachers can use their device to control the main screen, pass control to any other connected device, assign collaborative groups, send/receive private messages and view the individual screen of any connected device. In collaboration mode, the annotations and images on the connected devices can be displayed back to the main screen or viewed by other users. Furthermore, those viewing in collaboration mode can add their own private notes, underline or highlight what’s important, capture preferred slides, and save or email the presentation for later review. DisplayNote complements existing interactive projectors, whiteboards, and touch-screen devices, including tablets and smartphones running either Apple® iOS or Android™.

The Doceri® software app allows tablet owners to remotely control a PC or Mac that is connected to a display (e.g. projectors and monitors). A duplicate screen is displayed on the tablet to give the user total control and access to their computer desktop from their mobile tablet device. Doceri features interactive functions similar to DisplayNote, allowing the user to draw, write and annotate on the projected content with save and replay functions. Doceri currently doesn’t have the multi-user collaboration mode on their existing version; however this feature will be included in the next release. The existing version currently only works with Apple iOS, but an Android version is coming soon. 

Both DisplayNote and Doceri give users the freedom to instantaneously articulate their ideas during a presentation. Whether your need is for education or business, these powerful tools promote collaboration and audience engagement.

To learn more about interactive presentation solutions, read here. Have questions about what features you need for your specific presentation needs? Ask us here on the blog.

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Os projetores de curta distância são projetados pensando em espaços apertados, seja em casa, no trabalho ou na escola. 

Um projetor de curta distância produz imagens nítidas em um espaço limitado devido ao formato físico da lente do projetor, que altera a magnitude da imagem projetada. Em um projetor de curto alcance, uma lente convexa é usada para espalhar uma imagem mais ampla do que uma lente normal. Como resultado, uma lente de curto alcance pode ter 0.5:1 taxa de projeção, capaz de projetar uma imagem diagonal de 60polegadas a apenas 2 pés de distância, enquanto uma lente de projeção padrão tem 1.6: relação de projeção 1 , capaz de projetar o mesmo tamanho de imagem de 6.5 pés de distância. Confira nossa calculadora de distância interativa aqui para determinar se um lance curto é o mais adequado para o seu espaço.

Por que mais você deveria considerar um projetor de curta distância? Muitos projetores de curta distância oferecem ambiente mínimo e exaustão de calor para máximo envolvimento do público em salas restritas. Não há pontos de acesso ao projetar em um quadro branco devido à proximidade – a posição de montagem do projetor é elevada acima ou abaixo do quadro branco para projetar a imagem em um ângulo muito íngreme, o que elimina o brilho que poderia ricochetear. o quadro branco.

Tem dúvidas sobre quais recursos você precisa para suas necessidades específicas de projeção? Pergunte-nos aqui no blog.

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O Hospital Infantil de Orange County (CHOC) está classificado entre os melhores hospitais pediátricos regionais do país, ajudando mais de 250,000 crianças anualmente. Os tentilhões ViewSonic® fizeram ontem uma aparição especial, visitando crianças em vários andares do hospital. “Foi um momento muito sincero passado com essas crianças corajosas e estamos muito felizes que a ViewSonic tenha conseguido trazer sorrisos aos seus rostos”, disse Jeff Volpe, presidente.

Para ajudar a animar as crianças, a ViewSonic doou seis (6) tablets ViewPad® 10e Android, dois (2) projetores de alto brilho 1080p Pro8400 e dois (2) 100polegadas diagonais (16:9) Telas Elite para CHOC. Os projetores e telas serão instalados em uma nova torre que fará parte dos centros de mídia infantojuvenis; os tablets ajudarão a manter as crianças entretidas com jogos, leitura de livros eletrônicos e navegação na web entre procedimentos e tratamentos.

A ViewSonic está comprometida em melhorar sua comunidade e melhorar a vida de seus membros. Os funcionários-parceiros da ViewSonic doam generosamente a programas comunitários, incluindo Make-A-Wish, Toys for Tots e Walk Now for Autism, além de nossa iniciativa anual de férias Adote uma Família. Fique ligado em nosso blog para oportunidades sobre como você também pode se envolver nessas causas.

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O InfoComm 2012 chegou ao fim na sexta-feira, junho 15. Três dias não pareciam tempo suficiente para alguém cobrir todo o salão da exposição, com uma variedade tão grande de novos produtos sendo apresentados. Para os profissionais e entusiastas de AV que não tiveram a oportunidade de visitar a InfoComm, destacamos abaixo algumas das tendências tecnológicas notáveis.

Quando se trata de projeção, a tecnologia de iluminação híbrida Laser/LED foi o tema mais quente na indústria Pro AV. Este novo avanço tecnológico permite que o projetor manipule luz e imagens sem usar a lâmpada ou uma roda de cores. Isso resulta em cores mais saturadas a um custo reduzido, ao mesmo tempo em que é ecologicamente correto.

Do ponto de vista da tela, os recursos de toque estão em rápida curva de crescimento. Parece que qualquer pessoa com display em seu estande tinha uma oferta habilitada para toque. A ViewSonic não era estranha a esta tendência, apresentando vários dispositivos habilitados para toque, incluindo a tecnologia eBeam Edge^® , que transforma qualquer display em um dispositivo sensível ao toque.

A interatividade é possível com as mais recentes soluções plug and play que mudarão a forma como os varejistas desenvolvem e gerenciam conteúdo. À medida que a entrega de conteúdo envolvente se torna ainda mais rápida e fácil, os varejistas poderão envolver os clientes como nunca antes.

Quer saber mais sobre os avanços tecnológicos da ViewSonic no programa? Clique aqui para visitar nossa página inicial da feira. Que soluções inovadoras você notou na feira? Compartilhe seus pensamentos conosco.

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A sinalização digital pode trazer muitos benefícios para o seu negócio. Mas para pequenas e médias empresas que sabem pouco sobre como implementar uma estratégia eficaz de sinalização digital, esta pode parecer uma solução complicada e cara. Para dissipar alguns dos mitos sobre a implementação de soluções de sinalização, elaboramos este guia para ajudar as empresas a migrar para um ambiente mais digital:

• Myth 1: The System Will Be Complex: Installing a dynamic digital signage system doesn’t have to be complex. Content files can either be manually loaded or connected via a LAN (network) connection utilizing a media player for a multiple display environment. Or you can upload files you’d like to display using a mobile storage device, such as a USB thumb drive plugged into the media player. Many commercial displays also feature built-in USB ports, making it easy to transfer content or play photo slideshows directly from a USB drive.

• Myth 2: I Can’t Build The Content: Fear of the unknown may be holding you back. If you can create a PowerPoint slide or build a playlist of your favorite audio files, you have the necessary skills for operating a digital signage system. With today’s easy-to-use software programs like our Signage Manager Express, delivering digital media content can be simple. Look for a program that offers Windows compatibility so it will easily run on your PC or laptop. Also look for software that comes with pre-made templates with multiple screen zones. Templates make it easy to build your content, and different screen zones allow you to display different types of content at the same time – for example, to upsell offerings by advertising companion products.

• Myth 3: It’s Too Expensive: The cost of installing a dynamic digital signage solution is surprisingly low. The return on your investment can be easily justified, especially if you have been printing backlit signs. Depending on the environment, you can utilize cost effective monitors, commercial TVs or full commercial displays. Screen sizes can range from 10” to 65” or larger. A high performance, network capable, full HD display with video media player can be attained for under $500. In some cases, media players come bundled with the necessary software offering users a complete turn-key solution.

Still concerned about going digital or have we eliminated your fears? Has your business already taken the first steps to implementing digital signboards? Share your story with us about the benefits you’ve seen.

Want to learn more about the various factors that must be considered prior to deploying a digital signage installation? Take a read over our new “Getting Started with Digital Signage” white paper.

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Windows or Android? That’s one of the most common questions a potential buyer will consider when thinking about buying a tablet. Android-based tablets help users keep connected with family and friends and offer plethora of available entertainment apps. However, for those considering a tablet for business use, a Windows device can make all the difference when it comes to device security.

With Windows 7, businesses benefit from enhancements that help protect sensitive company information, including multiple active firewall policies to prevent malware and unauthorized access, and page file encryption for the safety of critical documents. There is also a Backup and Restore feature that makes it easy to backup and restore data and settings in the event of a system crash. Some of the most noteworthy additional Windows 7 security features as they relate to protecting tablet users include:

• Action Center: This feature alerts users to security threats such as an inactive firewall or outdated antivirus software.


• BitLocker Drive Encryption: To keep documents safe in the event that a tablet is misplaced or stolen, BitLocker automatically encrypts any data saved on a hard drive.


• AppLocker: This included tool gives IT professionals more options for managing applications and enforcing application standardization, while delivering sophisticated protection against Trojan malware.


• Microsoft Security Essentials: This software is available with a simple download and provides reliable, free anti-virus protection.


• User Account Control: Ensures that only an authorized administrator users can make changes to system configurations, while alleviating IT administrators’ stressors with User Account Control.


• DirectAccess: For those planning to use their tablet as a flexible work solution, Windows 7 tablets deliver remote users smooth and secure access to enterprise resources without the need to connect to a VPN.

For those considering a Windows 8 tablet, stay tuned. We will share an updated posting on Windows 8 and tablet security information once the OS is officially launched.

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Virtualization has become critical for companies looking to maximize efficiency when it comes to sharing or collaborating on important documents, and protecting and backing up data. The beauty of cloud computing is that it’s device-agnostic, enabling vital company data to be stored elsewhere on a server in the cloud. While cloud-based services can be accessed from a computer or smartphone, a tablet delivers the best of both worlds, offering touch, mobility and a screen size that’s larger than a smartphone. Perhaps the accessibility of virtualized environments on mobile devices is a big contributor to Gartner’s 4 percent forecast for the growth of traditional PC sales this year.

When it comes to the cloud, tablets enable workers to benefit from the productivity boost that comes from being able to work remotely yet securely from anywhere, anytime. Connecting via the cloud also lets businesses ensure that should a mobile device become lost or damaged, its data is safely stored. Rachel Dines at Forrester Research echoes this sentiment by stating that the proliferation of mobile devices in the workforce offers the benefit of more flexibility for workforce recovery options.

While any Wi-Fi connected tablet can serve as a portal into a virtualized environment, there are several product features that companies should be aware of when considering purchasing tablets for use with cloud applications. These three features let IT departments check that the devices they let into their organizations are ready for mobile cloud computing:

• Certifications: Know what software certifications the tablet has and how that software will benefit your organization. For instance, a Citrix Ready certification gives the buyer confidence that a tablet will work seamlessly in a Citrix virtualized environment. Additionally, customers of VMware will want to ensure that their device is compatible with VMware virtualization technology.

• Operating system: Android or Windows? A Windows tablet is ideal for full-featured desktop computing functionality in a mobile device. However, if you need the tablet to run an assortment of apps, Android might be the better fit. If you’re worried about not having access to critical Windows applications, software such as Citrix Receiver can enable Android tablet users to work with virtualized Windows desktops and applications.

• Device enhancements: Take a look at the feature-set while thinking of what will maximize convenience and benefits for the user. For instance, an SD card slot can enable a device’s storage capacity to be expanded, lessening the need for frequent hardware trade-ins. Consider the environments in which a tablet will be used. Does the tablet have a USB port? If so, employees can plug in a full keyboard and mouse to create a mobile desktop experience.

How is your organization accessing the cloud? Let us know what devices your company uses to access virtualized environments now, and which devices do you hope to implement over the next six months?

Você sabe a diferença entre uma TV consumidora e uma TV profissional? Ambos são apenas grandes displays, certo? Errado. Quando se trata de monitores comerciais, há uma grande diferença nos extensos recursos de controle oferecidos. Por exemplo, estes novos modelos apresentam clonagem USB, facilitando o gerenciamento da programação interna e a duplicação de conteúdo. São esses recursos que tornam os monitores profissionais com compatibilidade com HDTV ideais para áreas públicas que exigem controles automatizados, como restaurantes, bares esportivos, lobbies comerciais e ambientes de hospitalidade.

Oferecendo aos nossos clientes um conjunto de soluções comerciais com preços competitivos para o consumidor, temos o prazer de anunciar nossa nova série Professional HD Display de TVs empresariais. Variando em tamanho de 19”- 65”, nossas novas TVs comerciais combinam a mais recente tecnologia de painel LED “edge white” com funcionalidades de controle avançadas, incluindo programação do usuário, controle automatizado, duplicação e calibração personalizada.

Essas HDTVs profissionais compatíveis com montagem VESA oferecem clareza de imagem brilhante e alto contraste com cores saturadas, além de opções versáteis de conectividade para ajudá-lo a administrar seus negócios (incluindo entrada HDMI compatível com DVI, PC, conectores de vídeo componente RCA tradicional e componente YPbPr). Em nossos modelos maiores 27”-65”, também integramos recursos adicionais de programação de controle automatizado, como entradas RS232 e IR, bem como bloqueio do painel frontal, limitação de volume, entradas ativas na inicialização e canal programável faixa.

Para saber mais sobre essas novas HDTVs profissionais, confira o comunicado de imprensa de hoje aqui. Tem dúvidas sobre quais recursos você precisa para suas necessidades específicas de exibição comercial? Pergunte-nos aqui no blog.

With 25 years of display expertise, ViewSonic continually raises the bar to the next level of excellence in display technology. Our brand new 24” LED monitor takes innovation to the next level, with one of the world’s thinnest profile designs available for its size and class category.

At just one-quarter inch thick, the VX2460h-LED is a sleek and stylish widescreen display that pairs an ultra-slim design with advanced imaging technologies to reduce computer eyestrain after extended viewing. Partnered with a Full HD 1080p resolution, 2ms fast video response time, a high 40,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and touch-sensitive buttons, this truly is a state-of-the-art machine for consumers, gamers and discerning buyers alike who demand both world class performance and style. The dual HDMI® inputs also guarantee the highest quality high-definition audio and video. And with our ECO-mode feature, a 3-year standard limited warranty and the industry’s best pixel performance policy, you can feel good about making a long-term investment in this Energy Star® 5.1 certified display.

The ViewSonic VX2460h-LED display is now available for an ESP of $199. For additional information on the VX2460h-LED, click here. Not sure if this is the right display for you? Just ask, we’re happy to answer any questions you may have.

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When it comes to purchasing new technology, making the wrong decision can be a costly move – especially for financially strapped schools. For example, a district’s upfront cost when purchasing a device can be just a fraction of what they’ll pay if they buy the wrong device, which impacts both budget and resources.

ViewSonic has advice for educators on how to future-proof their classroom projector purchases, while making the best initial selection for their budget. Purchasers should first answer this simple list of questions to significantly lower total cost of ownership (TCO) to guide them in their decision-making:

1. Does the projector have a lamp? If so, what’s the expected lamp life?

Replacement lamps are not cheap; on average they can run $200-$300 per lamp. Look for the projector with longer lamp hours and a lower replacement lamp cost. Similar to the printer market, also be careful of projectors with a “too good to be true” price point. Often times, they will come with high replacement supply costs.

2. What sort of time requirements does the projector require of my staff?

Know whether your projector selection will require filter cleanings and replacement. This is usually the case with 3LCD projectors. These maintenance costs can add up over time, so to avoid filter costs completely, shop for a DLP projector.Look for top-loading projectors as well to avoid needing someone from the union to come out to change the bulb.

3. What sort of hidden costs might there be?

Installation and servicing can be expensive. Before you buy, talk with a servicer/installer who will answer your questions. Find one who will offer your school the best services for a good price. This can make a huge difference. The electricity costs of operating projectors can be more than you might think, so look for projectors with energy-saving features such as ECO mode (dims brightness by 20 percent) and DynamicEco™ (dims brightness by 70 percent). As an added bonus, these features will extend your lamp life too!

4. Warranty information can be confusing. What do I need to know? What is considered a good warranty?

Some projector companies offer seemingly longer warranties that exclude the more vulnerable moving parts and labor costs. Be weary of projectors that only ensure the chipset. This part of the projector hardly ever goes bad. To protect your investment, look for projectors with longer labor warranties (2+ years) to guard against costly repairs. A 1-year lamp warranty is also ideal in case the expected hourly lamp life isn’t meeting expectations. As most schools require 5-year warranties on the projector hardware, be sure to research which projector brand has the best price on extended warranty options.

To share hard numbers with your district heads on the savings your school can expect to achieve, check out our DLP projector TCO calculator. Still have questions about your next projector purchase? Ask us here!

A feira comercial da National Restaurant Association (NRA) veio e desapareceu mais uma vez. Ao longo de quatro dias, mais de 1,800 expositores e dezenas de milhares de participantes se reuniram para moldar como será o futuro dos setores de restaurantes, serviços de alimentação e hospitalidade. Após o programa desta semana, gostaríamos de compartilhar o que, em nossa opinião, foram os avanços e tendências tecnológicas mais notáveis que mudarão a experiência do cliente nesses setores.

A tecnologia de destaque nesta feira foram os menus digitais. Os restaurantes apresentam cada vez mais informações nutricionais e os painéis digitais podem ajudá-los a fazer atualizações de forma rápida e sem custos adicionais. Quer pretendam mudar facilmente dos menus da manhã para os da noite ou anunciar o novo prato especial do dia, está claro que os restaurantes têm agora oportunidades significativas para promover os seus menus de uma forma totalmente nova.

Uma tendência popular na NRA este ano foi o uso de tablets em restaurantes para tornar a experiência do cliente mais integrada. Exemplos de implementação de tablets incluem a equipe de garçons usando os dispositivos para receber pedidos, transformar o tablet em um sistema POS para gerenciar a frente da casa ou até mesmo colocar tablets nas mesas para permitir que os próprios clientes façam seus pedidos. É ótimo ver que, devido ao seu fator de mobilidade, as possibilidades de tablets em restaurantes são quase infinitas.

Que avanços tecnológicos você vê impactando a indústria de foodservice? Você já experimentou algum desses exemplos acima em sua própria experiência gastronômica? Você gostou ou não gostou? Compartilhe seus pensamentos conosco!

Have you heard of the flipped classroom teaching model? It is a teaching technique that is gaining steam across the country. The idea is that students do their homework during classroom time, and lectures are done outside of the classroom via the Internet. This allows for classroom activity to remain centered around student and teacher collaboration.

The argument is that with traditional teaching models, students can be overrun by homework assignments. When students don’t fully understand the lesson plan, completing homework at home can be difficult. For students who lack structure and guidance in the home, or a quiet place to study, completing assignments outside of school can become a nightmare.

In a recent article, Tech Decisions shared an interesting case study about Clintondale High School near Detroit. Clintondale spends most of class time giving students help rather than classroom lectures. Additionally, multimedia presentations and video conferencing with other classrooms around the world have become part of the school day for a more interactive environment.

For this school and many others like it, the individualized attention is working. Chronic failure rates have dropped dramatically, while college readiness scores have more than doubled to nearly 29 percent. The best part is that this new approach requires a very minimal investment in technology upgrades, and no alterations to existing network infrastructure. It’s a great approach for schools experiencing a decrease in financial resources. In Clintondale’s case, they needed to purchase five PCs with powerful CPU capacity to support the increase in PowerPoint presentation creation, a few USB microphones so teachers could record themselves for lessons, and two tablets for greater mobility options.

Students vary in how they learn best. That calls for leaders in education to be open to evaluating new strategies for helping students grow, both personally and developmentally. It’s great to see students achieving impressive levels of success because teachers are taking better notice of their needs.

We’d like to hear from educators whose students have seen academic gains with this method or another alternative educational model. Share your results with us, or tweet your tips to @ViewSonic.

When should I upgrade my projector? This is a great question posed by CNET in a recent article on how to know when it’s time to upgrade, from a home cinema perspective. This got us thinking about the similarities and differences between consumer and business-focused projection offerings, so we’ve put together this guide to help businesses know when they are ready for a projector refresh. See how your company’s hardware stacks up:

1. Resolution within Reach – To avoid image distortion, make sure your projector has a matching aspect ratio to that of your content and/or source device so images stay in their native format. Most online content today is in wide format, as are many IT devices such as laptops, tablets and smartphones, etc. Companies will benefit from a widescreen WXGA projector with 1280x800 or 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution. Note however that for 4:3 format support, you’ll want a matching aspect ratio like an XGA with a 1024x768 resolution for ideal image projection.

2. Bigger Brightness – For corporate environments like meeting rooms and boardrooms, it’s important to use a projector with at least 2700 ASNI lumens brightness to compensate for space size without having to turn out the lights. Does the room you’re projecting in have windows and a high amount of ambient light? Then you’ll want to make sure your projector has a minimum brightness of 3000 ANSI lumens to compensate. And for an even larger space like a lecture hall, make sure you have at least 4000 ANSI lumens for optimal image quality.

3. Compare Connectivity – There’s a lot to consider when it comes to making sure a projector has the right connectivity options for your needs. Know the number of devices that will need to connect to the projector before you start shopping to make sure it has enough inputs. For instance, two computers will need two VGA/RGB inputs on the projector. If you need a digital connection, then you’ll want a DVI and/or HDMI input. As for use with a DVD or VCR, you’ll need S-Video and/or composite video connection, and it’s all about HDMI when it comes to Blu-ray/DVR players. And with these multimedia needs, multiple audio inputs are a must. Does your office have a LAN network? Would your company benefit from being able to control, manage and monitor the projector from a PC? Then a model with an RJ-45 port with a built-in web-based setting configuration menu may also be of interest.

4. Rev up ROI – If you evaluate the above points prior to purchase, you can expect to use a projector for at least 2-3 years prior to considering a replacement. And while the cost of projectors themselves have gone down considerably, there are other factors you’ll want to take into account to maximize ROI, such as product warranty, lamp cost and hours, as well as maintenance costs like filter replacement. To protect your investment, look for projectors with longer labor warranties (2+ years) to guard against costly repairs. Replacement lamps can also be an unforeseen expense at a street price of $200-$300 a pop, so make sure you’re informed about the lamp warranty (1-year is ideal), and the expected hourly lamp life. With this information in hand, a more expensive projector unit may end up saving you in the long run.

Did your company recently upgrade its projector setup? What’s your favorite new projection advancement?

Você notou uma redução no uso de papel no consultório do seu próprio médico? De acordo com o CDC, 57 por cento dos médicos que trabalham em consultório têm usado sistemas de registros médicos eletrônicos/registros eletrônicos de saúde (EMR/EHR) desde 2011, contra apenas 18 por cento em 2001. Seguindo essa tendência, a empresa de pesquisa MarketsandMarkets prevê que as indústrias de registros médicos eletrônicos e registros eletrônicos de saúde deverão atingir US$6 bilhões até 2012 somente nos EUA.

There is no denying that digitizing medical records has the potential to keep patient documents safer and improve overall quality of patient coordination and care. However, this is only true if healthcare professionals have the right tools to help them effectively access these records. For the health industry, the implementation of tablet devices can offer the benefit of true mobility when it comes to showing patient information and making changes in real-time, while cutting costs for paper and the associated hassles of hard-copy records.

When determining the right tablet solution for medical industry professionals, it is crucial that resellers consider the following points:

Security: Clearly, security is a huge concern for professionals and patients alike. Windows-based tablets are an answer, as they include features such as built-in firewalls and data recovery settings. Third-party software and services can also further enhance device security and it is important to note that the Windows platform supports more of these features than the typical mobile operating system.

Image quality: Ultrasound imaging solutions manufacturer Interson Corporation is using our ViewPad 10 as part of its latest ultrasound solution to display images and data from its propriety ultrasound probe. As your customer will also likely be using the tablet for the review of critical client X-rays and other medical scans, excellent display quality is critical for an accurate diagnosis.

Processing power: For medical imaging needs, a higher quality processor may be required to handle a hospital's various software programs. Also consider that since FDA approval of the first mobile medical app in 2009, the use of medical apps will continue to grow and become more widely accepted, meaning tablets will need not only a great processor but also extensive storage options to support these applications.

What trends are you seeing in the medical field when it comes to the digitalization of client records? How do you feel the introduction of tablets into the medical profession will change the way patients receive treatments? Share your thoughts with us here on the blog.

Adoption of EMR/EHR systems by office-based physicians has increased.