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Understanding the Diverse Components of WingSwept

Jan 5

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In the Garner community, the WingSwept brand is recognized and the faces of the people that make up the WingSwept team are well known, but what WingSwept does is often misunderstood.

Locally, WingSwept is synonymous with IT support, but our team is full of experts in multiple technology fields. The company is made up of four divisions, each with their unique and diverse customers, all which strive to help customer leverage technology for better results. The divisions are Network Support, Vertical Marketing, Web Development, and Government Services. WingSwept is blessed to have a major presence in multiple arenas and over 2,000 customers across the country, and the diversity of the company has been a major attribute to its ongoing success.

The Network Support team does everything from designing networks and installing hardware to providing complete managed services to companies earning anywhere from 1 to 100 million dollars in revenue. The engineers can completely manage your business’s technology or be the second line of defense for your already existing internal IT team.

The Vertical Marketing division provides customers in different industries with websites in a quick and affordable fashion. The industries that WingSwept has a presence in today include the automotive repair industry (www.repairshopwebsites.com) and the HVAC market (www.surfingduct.com). This division has customers in all 50 states, as well as international customers.

The Web Development division creates enterprise-level custom web applications for customers around the country from major universities to small businesses. The applications developed by the WingSwept team allow organizations to solve issues or improve processes unique to their customers.

The Government Services division focuses on serving the Office of Inspector General community with an investigative case management product called CMTS. OIG customers turn to CMTS when they want to replace their manual process of case management with a secure and accessible web-based product. Whether WingSwept is keeping a large corporation’s network up and running or setting up a website for an independent repair shop, they believe in professional service with a personal touch. Visit www.wingswept.com to learn even more about the growing company.

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Giving Thanks – A Note from A WingSwept Staff Member

Nov 23

Posted by molly.moore@wingswept.com in Industry News, Local News, Managed Services, Press Releases, Technology Tips | Comments off

Oh, the satisfaction of christening that new toy! Holding your new Samsung Galaxy tablet; making that first phone call (or giving your first reminder to Siri) on your new iPhone 4S; booting off your new SSD and marveling at its speed: these are the moments that make us all feel like kids again. Around this time of year I am reminded of how fortunate I am to have these moments, and I give many thanks for that.

Then I think of those people who rarely, if ever, get to have these opportunities: Kids, adults, neighbors, and strangers who struggle to keep on their lights or keep food on the table. They cannot afford to splurge on the technology we have grown to expect. Yet that does not mean they want nor need it any less than we do.

So as you discover the cool tricks your new toys can do, take a minute to look around your house or office. If you are like me, there are probably old phones, game systems, computers, VCRs, DVD players, etc., just collecting dust and taking up valuable real estate. Some of the less-fortunate people around this area would love to use that technology!

Several organizations in this area accept used equipment and repurpose it: the United Way and the Kramden Institute, to name a couple of them. A good resource on the Web is Givmo, with a page for resources in Raleigh.

Before you slice into that beautiful turkey or peel back the golden foil on your Honey Baked Ham tomorrow, give thanks for everything hard work, great friends and family, and good fortune have afforded you. Then stuff yourself and sit back after dinner (probably in a food coma) and enjoy those new toys. But make certain you reserve some time this weekend to gather your unused equipment so you can donate it to the needy. The feeling of gratitude you feel this Thanksgiving will pale in comparison to the feelings of gratitude those lucky recipients will feel after getting their “new” toys.

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WingSwept Keeps Growing!

Jul 14

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WingSwept, the continually growing Garner-based IT firm, has seen an increased demand in their Network Support division thanks to enthusiastic support from their clients. As part of their effort to provide the best possible customer service, WingSwept has brought two new members to the Network Support division as Systems Analysts: JC Cranford and Michael Johnson.

As professional Systems Analysts at WingSwept, Cranford and Johnson will assist in handling the large volume of maintenance and technical jobs performed by the Network Support division, assisting clients remotely and on-site. Both new members bring extensive talent in the field of information technology to WingSwept.

“Cranford and Johnson will be vital to the Network Support division’s ongoing scalability and efficiency as WingSwept continues to grow,” said CEO Jay Strickland. “They’ve proven to be a great fit and we’re looking forward to providing better service than ever before.”

Cranford comes to WingSwept with a breadth of IT training and knowledge, Johnson as an NC State University alum with Information Systems as a major field of study. “My colleagues at WingSwept have been very welcoming and it’s been a pleasure to walk in every morning,” said Johnson. “WingSwept swept me off my feet.”

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Garner IT Company Named #6 Small Business in the Triangle, #57 in the South

Jul 7

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WingSwept recently secured a top spot in the Business Leader Magazine list for the Top 300 Small Businesses in the South for 2011.  The IT company in Garner, NC came in at #57 overall and #6 out of 60 winners from the Triangle area.

Business Leader honors companies based on a variety of factors, including percentage of sales generated in their local market, revenue growth, businesses achievements and civic contributions.  With hundreds of applicants from Raleigh, Atlanta, Miami and other economic capitals of the South, WingSwept is honored by the impressive ranking of #57 amongst the other honorees. 

The IT staff members help companies leverages technology to achieve better results within their organizations.  WingSwept delivers the highest quality services while remaining dedicated to their community.  WingSwept has a positive impact in Garner and surrounding areas through chamber memberships, community event sponsorships, local charity support, and its very own annual community service event.  WingSwept has been recognized for its contributions in the community and IT industry, and they remain grateful for every honor.

“We’re very proud to be recognized for our efforts and it’s an honor to earn such a high ranking,” says President Jay Strickland.  “Congratulations to our staff at WingSwept and thanks to our customers for enabling us to grow like we have.”

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Electronic Recycling Thrives Despite Threatening Weather

May 2

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WingSwept held its third annual Technology Spring Clean event on April 16, which was a huge success.  Approximately 150 people and businesses came by to drop off over 20,000 pounds of technology.

Event volunteers saw computers, printers, radios, DVD players, fax machines, wire, and much more dropped off to be recycled.  Some attendees participated for the first time while others have come out every year, but all were happy to get rid of their electronics properly.

The Technology Spring Clean would not be successful if not for the community and sponsors that supported the environmental cause.  In the past three years, this event has diverted over 50,000 pounds from polluting landfills. 

The ‘Spring Clean’ had similar results in 2010 and 2011, which is impressive considering this year’s threatening weather conditions.  People were counting on the recycling event to take place, which led WingSwept to hold the event despite the possibility of rain.

For safety reasons, WingSwept and Triangle Recycling packed all the materials up early before storms came through that afternoon.  Tornadoes touched down after the event lot had been vacated. 

The fourth electronic recycling event will be scheduled for April of 2012.  Become a Facebook Fan at www.facebook.com/wingsweptnc or check out www.wingswept.com/recycle for details.

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Raleigh Business Expo 2011 to Feature Tim Moore Exploring How to Grow Your Business by “Selling Across the Generations”

Apr 18

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Broaden Your Sales Horizons Through a Generational Perspective

 

Today, defining the roles that your customers embody is just as important as knowing the product that you are selling to them.  Each generation (and there are four generations playing active roles in the buying decisions of companies) has its own unique traits that are critical to understand in today’s marketplace.

On April 20 from 11:30-12:30 at the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce’s Business Expo 2011 held at the Raleigh Convention Center, Tim Moore will present a sales and marketing seminar on “Selling Across the Generations”.  The seminar is meant to broaden its attendees’ horizons by discussing the generational perspective.  The presenter, Tim Moore, is a Baby Boomer that has over thirty years of sales and training experience for Fortune 500 companies such as Pepsi-Cola, Gillette, Dow Chemical, and L’Oreal USA. 

Moore recently joined Garner’s IT firm, WingSwept, as Director of Workforce Learning and Sales Development.  WingSwept is a locally based full-service information technology firm that continues to experience substantial growth both locally and nationally.

In regards to his expertise on generational selling, Tim uses research conducted by Generational Insight along with observations within client organizations and personal life experiences to explore the unique affects of generational differences in sales-based relationships. He presents his findings in keynote presentations, breakout sessions and training workshops to corporations and organizations around the country.

For more information about the Raleigh Chamber’s Business Expo 2011:  http://www.raleighchamber2.org/bizexpo/2011EXPO/pages/seminars.html

ABOUT THE GREATER RALEIGH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce is the Triangle’s largest business membership organization — made up of more than 2,500 member firms representing two-thirds of the private sector employment in Wake County. The Chamber has been representing the interests of the local business community for more than a century.

To connect with Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce: 919-664-7000     www.RaleighChamber.org

ABOUT TIM MOORE

Timothy Moore is a Baby Boomer that has over thirty years of sales and training experience for Fortune 500 companies such as Pepsi-Cola, Gillette, Dow Chemical, and L’Oreal USA. 

Tim is the Director of Workforce Learning and Sales Development for WingSwept of Garner, North Carolina.  He is also the Editor of the Carolina Business Connection and an author, speaker and trainer.  He is the former National Sales Director for DowBrands Professional Division of Dow Chemical and was the Director of Business Development for a division of L’Oreal USA. 

Tim was named to the DowBrands Diamond Club in as the top salesperson for the company.   He was also awarded the Gillette VIP Award in recognizing him as one of the company’s top sales professionals.  

Tim uses research conducted by Generational Insight along with observations within client organizations to explore the unique affects of generational differences in sales-based relationships.  Tim grew up in Charlottesville, Virginia and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Elon University. He is a board member of the Elon Alumni Association, a member of Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities, and teaches sales classes and seminars at universities and community colleges. 

To connect with Tim Moore:  919-600-5124 Office           919-604-0221 Cell                      tim.moore@wingswept.com

 

ABOUT WINGSWEPT
WingSwept is a full-service information technology consulting company headquartered in Garner, NC. WingSwept’s services focus on helping clients leverage technology in the areas of government services, network support, web application development and vertical marketing. The staff of more than 20 serves a diverse set of clients in all 50 states and around the world. For more information on WingSwept’s services, please visit our website at www.wingswept.com.

The Network Support division focuses on providing best-practice IT support to small and medium sized businesses in North Carolina.  They deliver peace of mind through advanced services such as Network Security, Network Audits, Disaster Recovery and Remote Administration. 

To connect with WingSwept:  919-779-0954         www.wingswept.com

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This Weekend: Protect Your Planet while Protecting Your Data

Apr 11

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Most people who hold on to old and unusable technology do it for two reasons.  One reason is that they don’t know how or where to properly dispose of it.  The second reason is fear of their personal data’s security.  How can you know that your information is safe once you have gotten rid of it?

Due to the environmental harm that technology equipment can cause, it will soon be illegal to throw it away.  WingSwept, a Garner IT firm, encourages people to participate in the third annual Technology Spring Clean where computers and electronics are recycled for free.

In honor of Earth Day, the event is going to be held on April 16, 2011 at 951 Heather Park Drive, Garner, NC from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Supporting sponsors include: International Minute Press, Garner Chamber of Commerce, Garner Citizen, Jones Insurance, McDonald’s, REX Wellness Center of Garner, S&A Cherokee, Timeless Promotionals, Town of Garner, Triangle Business Journal, Triangle Recycling, and Turner Farms Self Storage.

Computers, wires, printers, hard drives, scanners, fax machines, phones, and more will be accepted for drop off and diverted from landfills at the April 16 event.

Participants can walk away with peace of mind knowing that their hard drives will be securely shredded prior to recycling, to protect personal data.

Questions regarding the event and accepted items can be directed towards Molly Moore at 919-779-0954 x 131.  Event details can also be found at www.wingswept.com/recycle.

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Garner has a Free Convenient & Green Way to Get Rid of Computers

Mar 23

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Do you live in Garner, Raleigh, Clayton or a surrounding town and have old technology to get rid of? Throwing away electronics in NC will soon be banned.

Items such as computers, monitors and printers contain many recyclable materials, and often contain toxins such as lead and mercury that can harm the environment when disposed of improperly.  With millions of these items being placed in landfills each year in the United States, WingSwept is proud to offer the Garner a free alternative to the dumpster.

If you or someone you know has some old equipment in need of disposal, the Technology Spring Clean is the perfect time to do it.  The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 16th (rain date April 30th) at 951 Heather Park Drive, Garner, NC (map).

Supporting sponsors include the Garner Chamber of Commerce, Garner Citizen, International Minute Press, Jones Insurance, McDonald’s, S&A Cherokee, Timeless Promotionals, Town of Garner, Triangle Business Journal, Triangle Recycling, and Turner Farms Self Storage.

 

 

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One Month until the 2011 Technology Spring Clean

Mar 16

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In one month, the Technology Spring Clean will be held at 951 Heather Park Drive, Garner, NC 27529. On April 16, WingSwept is holding the environmentally-friendly event with the unwavering support of its sponsors and the community. 

The type of equipment that will be collected at the event has a negative impact on the environment when improperly disposed.  Please think twice before throwing technology in the trash.  In July, televisions and computer equipment will be banned from disposal in landfills in North Carolina.

CPUs, monitors, printers, keyboards, wire, circuit boards, media equipment, and hard drives are the most common pieces of equipment that have been recycled in the past.  As always, hard drives will be shredded prior to recycling to give peace of mind to everyone.

Recycling your electronics is always the best solution.  Although it often requires money and time, the Technology Spring Clean is asking you for neither.  It is a free and simple drop-off event where everyone is encouraged to get involved.  McDonald’s, a supporting sponsor, has even donated coupons as a thank you to those who participate in the event. 

Read more about the event at www.wingswept.com/recycle, find the event on WingSwept’s Facebook page, or call 919-779-0954 x 131 to contact WingSwept’s Marketing Director.

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April 16 Marks the Third Annual Technoolgy Spring Clean in Garner, NC

Feb 17

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The Technology Spring Clean, Triangle Business Journal’s 2010 Green Action Program of the Year, is gearing up for its third year in Garner, North Carolina.  It will be held by WingSwept on April 16, 2011 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at 951 Heather Park Drive in Garner.

In the past, the Technology Spring Clean has collected over 27,000 pounds of technology and raised awareness for electronic recycling and its importance.

With the accelerated pace of technology, your electronics can become unusable or outdated quickly.  Do you have a stash of old computers, printers or fax machines in your home or office?  Like most people, you may have not known what to do with it all.  Any other day of the year, recycling equipment may be a burdensome task that costs you money.

The Technology Spring Clean allows the community a free, easy and environmentally-friendly method to get rid of old electronic equipment. Computers/CPUs, UPS, printers, monitors, copiers, keyboards, mice, circuit boards, mainframes, hard drives, and phone systems are accepted for drop-off.

Improperly disposing of the equipment will harm the landfills and our environment. WingSwept encourages you to acknowledge Earth Day and clean out the clutter by swinging by the recycling event.  It will be off your hands and properly recycled by Triangle Recycling.

For event updates, follow WingSwept on Facebook or visit www.wingswept.com/recycle.  The Technology experts of WingSwept look forward to seeing you on April 16!

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