September 2011
ITS has been busy finding our Clients new solutions for the office, and did we find a good one. We met with the leading company for workstation ergonomics and discovered some important changes that will make work less harmful to your body, making you more focused, less fatigued and more productive.
Also in this newsletter:
- Humanscale
- Anti-Virus Scam Alert
- ITS Electronic Deal
- Tech Tip Brought to you by Alandale Training
- September Events In and Around Vancouver
HUMANSCALE
Take a moment, look at how you are reading this newsletter. Are you leaning forward to look at your computer, is your back hunched over, are you squinting at the screen because you don’t have proper lighting? These are all things that lead to fatigue, headaches, and back problems. ITS had the great pleasure of learning from Humanscale about the importance of ergonmics in the workplace. They have an experienced representative come into your workplace to discuss and set up product for you to feel the difference of having your desk set up properly. They set up two workstations for us and the difference is undeniable.
If you would like more information about Humanscale, or would like to book a representative to come to your office contact the ITS Sales Team at https://itsconsultinginc.ca/contact/or 604-484-4308. Visit the Humanscale website at www.humanscale.com
ANTI-VIRUS SCAM ALERT
This is an important message from ITS Consulting Inc.
We want to bring to your attention a scam that is happening. A person will call and claim to be a representative of Microsoft or some affiliated company. They will then tell you that they have detected virus alerts (or something like this) from your computer and need to install software and/or connect to your computer in order to prevent the virus from attacking your system. They will then direct you to an on-line service that will allow them on to your system in order to “clean up” your computer. They will also ask for money in order to complete the service which may include giving a credit card number.
These kinds of scams also quickly mutate into other versions, so the description of the scam above will likely change. Neither Microsoft nor any of its affiliates will ever solicit this kind of information.
The numbers to look out for are as follows but not limited to:
1-510-943-3040, 1-661-380-3000, 1-510-943-3046
Here is supplemental reading for more information:
Anti-Virus Software Scam sweeps Alberta
Microsoft warns computer owners of phone scam
David Lawrence on MSNBC on internet scams and hackers
It is important to remember not to give out any personal information about yourself or the company you work for through the phone or online unless it was you who initiated the call. Also, never give access to work systems through on-line services unless it is through your IT service provider where there is a contract in place to do so.
If you have any questions please e-mail https://itsconsultinginc.ca/contact/
MONTHLY ELECTRONIC DEAL
Each month we will supply you with a product that we believe is a great deal and may suit your business or personal needs. This is an opportunity for you to save time and energy shopping around for what’s best at the best price, because we have done it for you!
LENOVO MONITOR
TECH TIP OF THE MONTH
Brought to you by Alandale Training a great resource online for tips and on-site computer training courses in Vancouver, BC. Visit their site at www.alandaletraining.com.
Have you ever printed a long excelsheet and wanted the Title Columns from the top to repeat for each page? Well here’s your answer.
For Office 2010 users:
1. Under Page Layout click print titles
2. In the Sheet tab click Rows to Repeat at Top
3. Then select the top row (row 1) to be repeated, and click OK
Voila, when you go to print preview you will see each page with the Title Columns on the top.
For Excel 2007:
1. Page Layout tab, Page Setup group, Print Titles button
2. Click the Rows to Repeat at the top of the text box
3. In your spreadsheet select the row(s) you want repeated on each page
4. Click on OK
For Excel 2003 (time to upgrade! But we will still so you how…):
1. File menu, Page Setup, Sheet tab
2. Click in the Rows to Repeat at the top of the text box
3. In your spreadsheet select the row(s) you want repeated on each page
4. Click on OK
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AUGUST EVENTS
Here are some fun events happening in and around Vancouver.
EAT! Fraser Valley Food and Cooking Festival
September 16-18, 2011
Tradex Exhibition Centre in Abbotsford
See Celebrity Chefs, local restaurants, retailers, artisans all come together for this extraordinary event. Eat, drink and learn the art of cooking.
www.eat-fraservalley.com
4th Annual BC Walk Now For Autism Speaks
September 25th
Nat Bailey Stadium
A family event and autism resourse fair to support those affected by audism and to raise funds for research, awareness and outreach services
www.walknowforautismspeaks.ca
Let’s Celebrate Gala
September 29th
The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
Fundraiser for The Nature Trust of BC celebrating 40 years of land conservation across BC.
http://www.naturetrust.bc.ca
Hungry for a unique dining experience?
Kitslano Daily Kitchen
check their website each day for a blog post of the menu for the evening. Each day the Chef come up with a menu that is unique and creative allowing for a different dining experience each time, and the food is spectacular!
www.kitsdaily.com
Thanks for reading! Have a great September!
