2022 has been all about the data for Harbor Linx IT. From the software side we have multiple initiatives focused on improving data reliability and reporting. Our first attempt at group reporting was finalized in Q1 with our first regularly published dashboard. Operations at both M&H and Casey Fogli have now turned their sights on production reporting using Vista, HeavyJob, and Power BI.
For those not familiar with Power BI, it is a business intelligence tool from Microsoft that ties into a whole bunch of applications. Currently, we have it connected to HeavyJob, HeavyBid, Dispatcher, E360, Excel, Salesforce & Vista. This allows me (or you if you want to learn!) to produce great-looking reports and dashboards that get updated automatically. Sort of a “one application to rule them all”. If you ever want a demo or have a problem you think it can solve don’t hesitate to ask.
On the hardware side, Randy is currently deploying a new endpoint protection platform from WatchGuard to keep our information secure and accessible. This is a locally running software that acts as an anti-virus, detecting any threats to our network and preventing them from doing any damage.
