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Changing Education

Last week, we were guests of Regency Beauty Institute and Cambio Education at the unveiling of a new way to look at school. What we learned was invaluable.   Anyone can say they’re using iPads and iPods for education purposes, but J. Hayes Baston and team are not doing that. They’re doing more. A few years ago, Baston was invited …

Saying Goodbye to CS6

CS6 Is Nearing Its End.   Adobe’s traditional delivery of their Creative Suite software is soon coming to an end. As of May 30, 2014, Adobe will no longer offer CS6 software through the model we’ve grown used to. From that date forward, Adobe’s Creative Cloud and Creative Cloud for Teams will be the sole source of their creative tools and software.     What’s …

Brews & BBQ – April Edition

Two quick facts about Foundation: we like food and we like parties. So, naturally, we’re hosting a barbecue this Friday.   This is where you come in. We want you to join us. There will be food, beverages and plenty of fun to be had. Let’s be clear on one thing though: don’t expect some dreary looking food spread. Truth …

Dear FirstTech

Dear First Tech-   You will be missed.   While some outsiders may have seen us as your competition, the reality is that you helped us be better – both individually and as an organization. Hopefully, we did the same for you.   Many members of our team have bought their Macs from you, been certified with you, worked with …

Thank You, 2013

It is hard to believe that another year has past, but what an adventure. We’ve rebranded. Launched a new website. We’ve deployed thousands of iPads. Upgraded 54 wireless networks with about 250 access points. Helped move six clients to their new homes. Upgraded over 20 clients to Adobe’s Creative Cloud platform. Our team has expanded in headcount to better serve …

How I learned to stop worrying and love the new Mac Pro

New Mac Pros are available to order from Apple.  No really.  I felt like the boy that cried wolf when my clients asked me when to expect a new product release.   “Let’s see what they present during the next WWDC conference,” I would say.  Three WWDCs later, you can finally purchase a professional desktop Mac that isn’t behind the curve …

Mobile Retail

People are mobile.   More and more everyday.  As the world adapts to this while also adopting, it is imperative that businesses follow suit.  This is no more the case anywhere than in retail.  The trend has been affecting retailers for years now.  Customers are empowered and in control while in stores.  They have all your competitors right in their …

Goodbye, XP.

Do you remember this song by David Byrne?   It was from his 2001 album.  I’d link you to a video of it on YouTube, but your IQ might drop after reading some of the comments.  If you don’t remember it, don’t worry.  David Byrne and I went to the same art school, but he dropped out, doesn’t work at …

Are iPad Systems the Future for Retailers?

Recently, September 26 to be exact, Forbes published an article outlining a growing trend in retail.  The iPad as POS system.  Use of the device and the following relegation of the old school cash register to the scrap heap, began in boutique style shops and coffee houses but is quickly spreading to larger and more widespread outlets.   Want a …

Welcome, Geoff

We’re happy to announce that Foundation is adding another retail technology veteran to its roster. Geoff Kleinman has spent nearly 30 years connecting the dots between people and technology; ideas and execution; processing the chaos. He’ll be our Enterprise Account Manager, bolstering our existing team to support our growing enterprise client base. We’re thrilled to have him join our team, …