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[August 13, 2008]
IMCORP, Inc. announced installation of a Wireless Data Communications Network for Southern Orthopedic Specialists (SOS), a multi-office med...

[August 21, 2007]
IMCORP, Inc. announces the completion of a Wi-Fi data communications project for the VASCOR, Ltd.�s Montgomery, Alabama auto distribution site...

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[August 13, 2008]

IMCORP, Inc. announced installation of a Wireless Data Communications Network for Southern Orthopedic Specialists (SOS), a multi-office medical practice in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Imcorp network is the final piece of a new EMR (electronic medical records) system that includes tablet PCs and a web-based Medical Practice Management SaaS solution.

The project anticipates HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) compliance, providing three levels of health data security for five practice locations in the Atlanta area. The SOS EMR system is improving the accuracy of transcriptions while reducing the administrative burden of managing paper forms.

The secure wireless network installed by IMCORP, Inc. is completely transparent to practice personnel. Doctors and staff carry wireless mobile Tablet PCs that function just like their old desktops, except information is exchanged on the spot.

"Going wireless gave us more flexibility, eliminating the need for hardwired PCs in every room, not to mention having to design a patient-friendly work area to accommodate them," said SOS Network Administrator Howard Hirth.

[August 21, 2007]

IMCORP, Inc. announces the completion of a Wi-Fi data communications project for the VASCOR, Ltd.�s Montgomery, Alabama auto distribution site. The 100 acre former racetrack facility is temporarily home to some 8,000 newly manufactured automobiles on a typical day. The site is a major distribution and accessorizing point in the 3PL (third party logistics) company�s automobile supply chain that includes over 70 such operations throughout the US, Canada, and Mexico.

The data communications problem: virtually non-existent public cellular service. The IMCORP solution: a Wi-Fi network that took advantage of a just-released, innovative, and highly cost-effective, all-in-one dual radio access point/bridge housed in a weather proof enclosure that doubles as a directional antenna. The solution not only met all of VASCOR�s requirements for throughput, and security (featuring AES data encrypted bridge links and support for VASCOR�s existing wireless security policy between handheld data terminals and corporate server), but was delivered at a cost far below other alternatives that IMCORP and VASCOR explored.

The project was completed within nine days of on-site time and has not only satisfied VASCOR�s objectives for secure, real time data visibility, but also demonstrated a payback in regained worker productivity within one year.

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Challenges at the outset of the project included the site�s signal-trapping bowl topography that prevented use of omni-directional antennae and terrestrial obstructions that prevented line-of-sight point-to-point links. Power sources were also scarce. In addition to its normal responsibilities, IMCORP managed the installation of the supporting physical and electrical infrastructure. The strength of the resulting physical network was tested when a storm destroyed billboards surrounding the facility and damaged parked vehicles while the wireless equipment remained functional.

The IMCORP installation included a review of satellite imagery and three pre- and post-installation site surveys. A special Wi-Fi network infrastructure design included five (5) strategically positioned antenna towers, each with an IEEE 802.11a, 54Mbps directional bridge link, and 802.11g client communications integrated into a single NEMA enclosure. The single unit bridge antenna saved valuable installation time while eliminating the complexities of combining several components as well as the signal loss that results from un-needed cabling and connection points. The Wi-Fi network is standards compliant and data collection terminal-neutral. It currently supports a population of Motorola (formerly Symbol) MC9094 multi-mode, and LXE MX6 Wi-Fi handheld computers.

Citing the benefits of working with an independent professional in the logistics industry, Lee Jones, VASCOR Ltd. VP, Information Technology notes �In developing our supply chain strategy over the years we�ve continued to ride the technology wave to the benefit of both our customers and our own profitability. By consistently recommending, installing and servicing the most cost-effective logistics solutions, IMCORP has become a truly valued partner in the growth of our supply chain from 22 distribution points in the US to where we are today.�

Company background:

IMCORP, Inc. (www.imcorpinc.com) is an independent VAR/System Integrator that specializes in providing hardware-neutral input, output and connectivity solutions to corporate users of Information Technology. Their solutions typically include all of the services, hardware and customer support likely to be called for in a logistics solution, from bar code printers, handheld data terminals, network servers and scanners to Wi-Fi site network installations.

[06.20.06] Shift to Wireless.

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By counseling in advance with your technical and maintenance staffs, we can arrive on site with the necessary parts to allow your installers to trail our site survey professionals so that your wireless backbone can be installed in their wake. Then, before we leave, we can configure and initialize your new wireless infrastructure in accordance with your company�s network and security policies.

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2006 WEPPY Award Recipient

In March 2006, IMCORP, Inc.'s Tech Support Department, better known as the "IM-CORPS", received the 2006 WEPPY Award for Excellence in WEP Cracking. The coveted award was presented by the creator of the WEPPY Award and president of IMCORP, Inc., Bob Lehman, during a lavish ceremony at company headquarters.

The WEPPY is intended to reward those who can crack the elusive 64 and 128 bit Wireless Equivalency Protocol Security Algorithm.

Actually, the inherent design of WEP and the frequent repetition of the WEP Initialization Vector allows those wanting to crack the WEP key an easy way to capture specific packets and use publicly available tools to perform the task.

In his acceptance speech, Josh Needle was quoted as saying "Heck, it was really too easy. I just typed in "How to Crack WEP" in Google's search engine, and got a link to the instructions.

WEPPY Awards are presented annually to individuals or groups who not only can Crack a WEP key, but also are very good looking. And, although this article may be "Tongue in Cheek", Wireless Security needs to be taken seriously. WEP is not enough to discourage those who want your passwords or access to critical corporate data. In fact, contact IMCORP, Inc. today if you�re serious about making your wireless network secure. We're trained and experienced in the latest wireless security initiatives. And did we mention good looking?

[07/29/2010] The Value Of a VAR

One of the mantra often repeated in the high tech procurement process is \"you can always do better when you work directly with the manufacturer\". In fact, we have even encountered some folks who deem dealing direct, a sacred right as well as ratification of their special corporate stature.

Having been the National Sales Manager for a major manufacturer, and now a VAR/Integrator for 16 plus years, I feel reasonably well prepared to present a counter argument. Here, therefore, are some of the potential benefits of dealing with the VAR/Integrator

A Better Overall Solution:

When a manufacturer\'s sales representative presents a proposal, the most you can reasonably expect is that his or her efforts represent the best possible solution to your needs using his or her equipment.

When a VAR/Systems Integrator (VSI)\'s sales representative presents a proposal, the most you can reasonably expect is that his or her efforts represent the best possible solution to your needs, period.

A competent VSI concentrates first on understanding your objectives, works with you to translate those objectives into product requirements and then uses his or her company\'s resources to identify those products which best meet your needs. And, if they\'re doing their job well, will also balance the incremental benefits of minor product differences with the potential loss of manageability that comes with adding additional vendors to the product mix. In short, the VSI\'s proposal should look very much like what you would have come up with if you had the time and resources to scour the marketplace yourself.

Simplified Vendor Management:

We recently received a PO from an end user for the hardware, software and services associated with a data collection project. Although the purchase order encompassed offerings from ten manufacturers and service providers, our end user had to look to only one source. We took on the responsibility of coordinating and tracking deliveries with all the parties involved. We were also able to accommodate the end user\'s needs for invoices that were easily processed by their accounting system, something that would have been virtually impossible had there been ten separate billing entities to deal with.

Lower Administrative Costs

The IT buyer for a Fortune 50 company recently told me that an internal study determined that it cost his company $150 in administrative costs to generate a purchase order. That being the case, in the example just cited our end user saved at least $1,350. by issuing just one PO versus ten. That doesn\'t include the savings associated with processing just one invoice or the savings in personnel time that result from having a single place to call and a single purchase order to track.

Lower Installation Costs

In addition to providing an optimized solution that wouldn\'t be possible with a single manufacturer\'s equipment, an integrator knows how to make the components work together, makes sure cables and connectors match, firmware and software prerequisites are met, and helps the end user to avoid learning how to make things work \"the hard way\", thereby reducing the cost of installation and shortening the \"Time to Value\".

In summary, although the fact that a manufacturer wants to work with you directly may be flattering, it\'s just not necessarily the best thing for your company.