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MFP SUMMER REFRESH

We are excited to announce the successful completion of our District-wide
Sharp Multifunction Printer/Copier (MFP) Refresh Project, which took
place over the summer. We embarked on a two-part initiative to replace
3,169 Sharp MFPs with the latest Sharp machines across all schools and
District administrative offices. In addition, we amplified our current print server
infrastructure by installing 21 new Sharp on-premise servers and implementing
failover capabilities between two locations.

Our users received various enhancements with this refresh but one notable
feature is Bitdefender. This cyber security software provides robust protection
against malware and unauthorized access, ensuring the security of sensitive
information handled by the MFP. It offers real-time monitoring and alerts, allowing
us to quickly respond to potential threats and maintain the overall integrity of
our network. Additionally, Bitdefender’s encryption and access control features
prevent data breaches and ensure only authorized users can utilize the Sharp
machines.

We extend our utmost gratitude to all principals, School Techs, and administrative
staff for their partnership and patience during this Sharp refresh/transition
period. Your support was instrumental in making this project a success. A
special thank you to Nixon Marc, the IT Infrastructure Team, the SQL Database
Team, and our vendors for their support and collaboration during the intricate
logistics of this project.

With the new Sharp MFPs and upgraded server environment, we are confident
our schools and departments will experience improved operational efficiency.
These enhancements are part of our ongoing efforts to provide the best possible
learning environment for our students and a supportive work environment for
our staff.

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