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Is Windows IoT a Business Solution for Your Company?

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A new buzzword in IT is the Internet of Things (IoT).  While there is a broad definition of what IoT devices are, a quick way to understand the category is classifying any device that is on your network that does not have a traditional keyboard and monitor as IoT.  Items in the home automation space are adding daily to the IoT.  These devices include thermostats, light switches, Amazon and Google devices, security alarms and so many more items.

The operating system (OS) for IoT devices has traditionally been programs like Android, Ubuntu, and Linux.  However, Microsoft recently released an IoT version of the Windows 10 platform. There are two segments of the Windows 10 IoT product- Core and Enterprise.  The Win10 IoT Core program is for simple devices that will only run a single application.  The Core OS is a very stripped down version of Windows 10 with very limited features.  The Win10 IoT Enterprise program offers a full function version of Windows 10 that can run multiple applications simultaneously.

Form 10 Group recently did a development project for a customer’s IoT device.  We led the OS selection team and decided on the Win10 Enterprise version of the IoT due to several applications needing to run in concert.  The benefits of the Windows IoT were very apparent; the customer applications worked correctly with no additional development.  The team was also able to use commercial off the shelf (COTS) remote management software to act as a service agent for the wide number of IoT devices. Windows IoT was also more price competitive than the full versions of Windows 10.  Currently, Windows 10 IoT is only available directly through original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for install on your IoT devices.  However, there are several test versions available through Microsoft’s developer site.

Your development project needs can be serviced by Form 10 Group. We can help with the selection of IoT devices, such as Windows 10 IoT, as well as remote management software.

Written by Michael Banks, Managing Director

Apr 19
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Form 10 Group Recertified as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business

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Form 10 Group is proud to announce our recertification as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with the Department of Veterans Affairs. From the Veterans Affairs website: “The Vets First Verification Program affords verified firms owned and controlled by Veterans and Service-disabled Veterans the opportunity to compete for Veterans Affairs set asides.”

In order to qualify for this certification, Form 10 Group had to meet certain standards: Be a small business, be at least 51% owned and controlled by a one or more service-disabled vets, have one or more service-disabled vets manage day-to-day operations and also make long term decisions, and eligible veterans must have a service connected disability. The founders of Form 10 Group were cadets at the United States Air Force Academy which helped the company to qualify for the SDVOSB certification. Their participation in the Air Force also created a passion for service that is the foundation of Form 10 Group and guides our philosophy every day.

The Veterans Affairs Department seeks to award SDVOSBs at least 15% of its total contract dollars in 2019. In 2017 $5.1 billion in contracts was awarded to SDVOSBs which was 19.5% of the Veterans Affairs total contract accumulation. Veterans Affairs must consider SDVOSBs before they can consider other small businesses. Form 10 Group provides high quality outsourced services and the Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business certification can help the business to procure more contracts throughout the United States.

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Form 10 Group provides IT and management consulting services to corporate and government clients, as well as smaller businesses.  Form 10 deploys computer hardware, software and peripherals for secure document and financial transaction processing; performs project, program, facilities and process management; and provides field support and user training.  The Form 10 team can develop procedures, plans, schedules and logistics to efficiently meet the most challenging IT project requirements.

Contact:
Peggy Anderson
peggy.anderson@form10.com
408-988-0110