posted 11 Feb 2012 04:27 by André Meyer
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Cloud Solutions migrate the first law firm in Hong Kong to be 100% Cloud.
11th Feb 2012 -- Hong Kong - Over the past three months Cloud Solutions has migrated Hong Kong based Law firm, Gall Solicitors, to the Cloud. Gall Solicitors are located in Central Hong Kong and employ 24 full time staff. Gall specialise in litigation, mediation and arbitration. The firm migrated all their key business applications to the Cloud. This included their Email Server, Document Management System, Time & Billing System, their file storage and Windows desktops.
Phase one saw Cloud Solutions implement a new Time & Billing Systems (TaBS). Client and Matter balances were imported and all time-keeping staff started to enter their time sheets into the new system. TaBS was hosted in Rackspace’s Hong Kong Private Cloud or Managed Hosting services. The TaBS systems was installed on a Linux server with Cloud Solutions providing all implementation and training services.
Phase two saw their Exchange Server migrated to Google Apps for Business. Cloud Solutions worked with each member of staff to ensure all their emails in Outlook had been safely migrated to Google Apps Cloud system before switching away from Microsoft Exchange. User’s continued to use Outlook however the back end email server was now Google’s Cloud Gmail servers. Gmail was integrated to iPhones, iPads and Blackberrys for key staff. The migration was very smooth with no email down time during the switch. Cloud based auto archiving and backup services were additional add-ons to Google Apps adopted.
Cloud based Document Manager, NetDocuments was next to be implemented. NetDocuments has been specifically designed for use in Law Firms. Gall Solicitors had a traditional Windows file server in their office with hundreds of folders with documents stored in by matter reference and name. The complete folder structure and all documents were imported to NetDocuments in the Cloud. The documents were indexed and categorised by Matter, Precedents and Administrative. NetDocuments offer integration with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Files can be opened and edited as normal. Emails in Outlook can now be filed against a matter in NetDocuments. This feature was very well received as Email management is always an issue for any law firm.
The document manager was also integrated to the photocopier and Time & Billing system. Photocopies can now be emailed directly to the document manager for filing and once a new matter is opened in the Time & Billing system the client and matter code is created automatically in the document management system, allowing documents to be created and filed without delay. Folders and documents in NetDocuments can be linked directly with Clients and Matters in TaBS.
Accessing and sharing documents has become easier with the easy-to-use and intuitive interface, powerful security features and search engine offered by Netdocuments. The remote access to all documents has been another winner especially the new iPad client from NetDocuments.
The final phase saw the replacement of all aging Windows XP computers with the latest range of Linux Cloud computers from Wyse. Virtual Desktops (VDI) were implemented which provides for a standardised Windows 7.0 desktop hosted in the Rackspace Private Cloud environment. Local file storage is available from a 500GB Cloud based SAN. The desktop environment improved overall accessibility, security, standardisation, disaster recovery and requires less IT support. Each user’s desktop environment is located in the Cloud and the Cloud computer or terminal on the user’s desktop allows them to connect to their virtual desktop across a secure Internet connection.
Additional desktop tools for PDF manipulation and OCR were installed along with CompareDocs for redlining and Word and PDF document comparing and change control.
Lawyers now access their complete office environment from home, from court or when they are out of Hong Kong for business or pleasure.
The firm has worked hard to adopt new internal processes to maximise the benefit offered by the Cloud. This includes administrative processes like New Client opening forms and HR related Leave Requests being all migrated to Cloud based electronic forms along with a comprehensive Intranet that offers professional and systems information, legal news, training videos and user guides. Currently Gall do not employ a single IT person to maintain their system as the Cloud offers such a stable and secure environment.
The firm is now able to expand both in Hong Kong and abroad without constraint. Their data and IT systems are far more secure, more accessible, amd more available with 100% up time guaranteed.
Gall Solicitors are a market leader in the adoption of Cloud computing in their profession. This has allowed the firm to provide the best services possible to their clients in the most productive way. There has been no doubt this has been a very successful project from both Cloud Solutions and Gall Solicitor’s point of view.
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posted 10 Feb 2012 17:03 by André Meyer
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updated 10 Feb 2012 17:04
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Nov 2011 - Hong Kong. Cloud Solutions, a leading cloud computing consultant in Hong Kong, joins with Backupify to provide on-line backup for Google Apps users.
Backupify launched earlier this year with its enterprise-focused offering to backup, archive and export enterprise data using Google Apps. Essentially, Backupify's service lets users automatically and securely backup all data stored in Gmail, Google Docs, Calendar, Contact and Sites accounts. Using Amazon S3 cloud storage, Cambridge, Mass.-based Backupify performs independent daily backups and also protects from data loss due to hacking, user error and malicious deletion. Users can select backups to download to their PC or to be stored in the cloud.
Backupify starts at US$3 per user per month. Contact enquiry@cloudsolutions.asia for details on how to get started. |
posted 2 Dec 2010 02:30 by André Meyer
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updated 2 Dec 2010 02:43
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Cloud Solutions, a Google Apps Reseller and leading cloud computing
application provider in Asia, has partnered with Wyse in order to
provide Cloud Client Computing hardware through their hardware division,
the Cloud Shop. This will complement Cloud Solutions application
offerings from vendors such as Google and Zoho thus providing a complete
Cloud package. The Cloud Shop also provides hardware for VoIP including
Polycom and firewall security gateways from Astaro.
Hong Kong - Dec 2nd, 2010. Cloud Solutions announces the company is now a Wyse Affiliate Partner in Hong Kong.
André Meyer, the CEO of Cloud Solutions explained, “as the demand for
cloud applications grows in Asia, our customers wish to maximize their
return on their shift to Cloud Computing, right down to the hardware
that is used by each employee. Wyse provides us the platform to now
deliver end to end Cloud Computing solutions. Cloud hosted business
applications right down to the computer on the employee’s desk".
When Wyse released their new “R” series of Cloud Computing PC’s, we
knew it was the right time to form a relationship with Wyse as we
envisage nothing but increased demand for their products Mr. Meyer
stated.
The Wyse portfolio includes industry-leading thin, zero and cloud PC
client solutions with advanced management, desktop virtualization and
cloud software supporting desktops, laptops and next generation mobile
devices. A range of products that fits perfectly into the future vision
of our team at Cloud Solutions.
As companies replace their existing hardware the Wyse range of PC’s
and netbooks offer our customers cost effective alternatives especially
when our customers have a focus on Cloud Computing.
Recently Cloud Solutions implemented 25 Wyse Thin Clients for a client who has been more than happy with the overall solution.
About Cloud Solutions:
Cloud Solutions (www.cloudsolutions.com.hk)
is a leading Google Apps Reseller and Zoho Business Partner in Asia
including Hong Kong, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore and
Philippines. Our hardware division, Cloud Shop (www.cloudshop.com.hk)
provides hardware required to operate your business in the Cloud,
including firewall security, cloud computing PCs and IP-PBX’s and full
VoIP solutions. |
posted 13 Jun 2010 18:08 by André Meyer
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updated 13 Jun 2010 21:13
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Cloud Solutions a leading Google
Reseller in Hong Kong successfully migrates TRM (HK) Limited from
Microsoft® Exchange ® to Google Apps.
Hong Kong - 14th June 2010. TRM (HK) Ltd has established itself as one of the leading companies specialized in injury management services in Hong Kong. TRM’s Windows® server required upgrading due to disk space resources available however when considering the alternatives TRM management decided cloud computing and Google Apps was their preferred upgrade path rather than Exchange® server and in-house server hosting.
Cloud Solutions was awarded the upgrade contract after demonstrating a deep understanding of Google Apps, the migration process and additional business applications that can be integrated into Google Apps to support TRM’s business.
Cloud Solutions consultants used a range of Google tools to successfully migrate all emails stored in TRM’s Exchange server to Google’s Gmail without interrupting end users or TRM experiencing any downtime.
TRM users opted on continuing to use Outlook as their desktop email client. TRM successfully installed Google’s OutlookSync for Google Apps Premier Edition. TRM also installed Postini Message Discovery and Archiving services.
In total 28 users were migrated. Cloud Solutions provided training on Google Apps applications such as the Calendar, Video and Sites. TRM plan to use Sites extensively in their organisation and with their business partners.
The next phase of moving all business applications to the Cloud include adoption of HR, CRM and the migration of their Access databases to Cloud based databases.
TRM are delighted with the result and with no down time experienced by their team. The project took around 4 weeks to complete.
About Cloud Solutions Ltd:
Cloud Solutions is Hong Kong based and a leading Google Apps reseller in the region. Offices in Thailand, Macau, Bangkok and Vietnam. Contact Andre Meyer on +852 5808-0451 for more information on their services. www.cloudsolutions.com.hk About TRM (HK) Limited
Established in 2002, TRM has established itself as one of the leading companies specialized in injury management services in Hong Kong. TRM has employed rehabilitation coordinators, who are either physiotherapists or occupational therapists. They are experienced in handling employees' compensation claims. TRM also employs an information system officer, who is responsible for the database management and web-based information system maintenance. Contact Mr. H.S. Lai +852 3105 1817.
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posted 13 Jun 2010 08:34 by André Meyer
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updated 13 Jun 2010 08:41
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NETsolutions Asia releases TaBS Time and Billing and Practice Management system designed for Hong Kong and Asia based Law and Accounting firms. TaBS has been designed to improve profitability of adopters via more accurate time keeping, timely billing, reduced administrative costs and increased cash collections.
Hong Kong - 14th June 2010. NETsolutions Asia releases the next generation Time and Billing system for Law and Accounting firms based in Hong Kong and around the Asian region. TaBS has been designed with Web 2.0 technology and can be hosted on-site or as an appliance and hosted off-site in a data centre. The modules available with TaBS includes Time Keeping, Office and Out of Pocket Expense Tracking (Disbursements), Matter / Job Management, Billing, Receipts, Client and Contact Management, Notes and Memos, Documents, Case and Trust Account Management. In addition TaBS supports multi-currency and can support all Asian languages including Chinese, Korean and Japanese.
The Billing module supports client centric billing, anticipation and cross department billing. As many professional firms consist of more than one legal entity, cross company billing is supported with the automated generation of all appropriate postings for the general ledger of each entity. A key feature of TaBS is the ability to deliver real time reports to partners and fee earners via the TaBS Dashboard. From here a fee earner or timekeeper can track their to-do-items, news items via the built-in blog and data analysis such as the aging of WIP and debtors as well as key staff KPI productivity reports.
Data analysis available on screen and in printable reports will differentiate TaBS in the market. Risk management is supported by providing the facility to perform conflict of interest searches, view on-screen the total exposure to a group or related client matters, percentage of WIP and receivables per partner. NETsolutions Asia promises to deliver increased profits and cash flow to firms adopting TaBS through more accurate time keeping of fee earners, less administration costs relating to bill generation and cash collection.
TaBS is available now and starts at US$2000 p.a. for the first two fee earners and US$500 per fee earner p.a. thereafter. Discounts available for firms with more than 50 fee earners. About NETsolutions Asia : NETsolutions Asia provides solutions to Law Firms and Accountancy firms in Hong Kong and around Asia. Details of solutions are available on our web site www.thelawfirm.com.hk and www.tabs.com.hk. TaBS joins solutions for Trademark management and Document Management for Law Firms from NetDocuments, email from Google Apps. TaBS Time and Billing System Released in Hong Kong |
posted 26 Oct 2009 06:33 by André Meyer
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updated 26 Oct 2009 06:54
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Oct 23rd - Hong Kong - Cloud Solutions and NETsolutions Asia join NomaDesk's Partner Affiliate Program.
Bringing the power of cloud computing to small businesses, Nomadesk is the easiest and most secure file sharing solution with unlimited* storage capacity. Users can create unlimited virtual file servers to share, edit, synchronize and backup important documents with as many team members as needed, anytime and anywhere…all for US$15/month per file server. Nomadesk breaks down the “per user” fee model by allowing customers to add an unlimited number of users to their network giving them access to the same data on that shared server.
Managing Director, André Meyer said "we needed a solution ourselves to ensure our data was backup and sharable in the cloud so our staff working out of the office can access data and back it up". NomaDesk offered NETsolutions Asia a cost-effective solution to providing off-site storage and file sharing. After several weeks of testing NomaDesk was placed into production.
"We are very happy with the solution, we tested Chinese naming of files and folders. All worked as expected" commented Simon Hung, NETsolution Asia's Technical Director.
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posted 20 Oct 2009 19:57 by André Meyer
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updated 20 Oct 2009 21:32
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21st Oct 2009 - Hong Kong. Postini offer hosted security and archiving services for your business. Add email security and
archiving services, powered by Postini to your existing email system. Postini services requires
nothing to be install or maintain. For Google Apps users Postini offers the following: - Email Security
Protect your email from spam and set content policies to stay compliant
- Email Archiving
Capture, store, and search messages in a hosted, centralized repository - Web Security
Stop web-borne spyware and viruses in real-time before they infiltrate your network
Postini is a Google company and offers its services to Google Apps customer for US$13 to US$45 per user per year. A select number of email users can use the service only. For example, 5 senior management people may be the only ones requiring message archiving and retention services. Messages can be retained and become discoverable for up to 10 years. Unlimited storage for US$45 per year, per mailbox. |
posted 20 Oct 2009 19:44 by André Meyer
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20th October 2009 -- Hong Kong
- Cloud Solutions Asia today announced it has become an authorized
reseller of the Google Apps™ suite of communication and collaboration
tools. Cloud Solutions focuses on providing migration services and
consultancy advice for Asia based companies wishing to adopt Google
Apps from Exchange, GroupWise or Lotus Notes email systems. “The
Google Apps Reseller program will help us provide Google Apps to users
in the finance, insurance, legal and accounting professions in Hong
Kong ” said Andre Meyer , Managing Director of Cloud Solutions.
"Google Apps for Business (formerly Premier Edition) offers a broad set of powerful APIs that
enable us to provide a high level of service and to integrate to
existing legacy directory services and applications". "With excellent
support for Traditional and Simplified Chinese we are confident Hong
Kong will embrace Google Apps and cloud computing very quickly". Google
Apps brings simple, powerful communication and collaboration tools to
organizations. With Google Apps, users can use applications such as
Gmail™ webmail service, Google Talk™ instant messaging service, Google
Calendar™ calendaring service, Google Docs™ program, Google Sites™ web
application, and Google Video™ for business on their own domain to work
together more effectively. Best of all, it's all hosted by Google, so
there's no hardware or software to download, install or maintain.
The
Google Apps Reseller program includes resellers, consultants and
independent software vendors that sell, service and customize Google
Apps Premier Edition for their customers. Cloud Solutions received
training, support and deployment services from Google, as well as
access to APIs for integrating Google Apps into their customers'
business operations. Cloud Solutions is able to retain a close
relationship with their customers in order to provide additional
service and support. The businesses receiving Google Apps will benefit
from the additional attention to their specific needs. For more
information on Cloud Solutions please visit
http://www.cloudsolutions.com.hk. |
posted 20 Oct 2009 19:21 by André Meyer
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10th Oct 2009 Hong Kong. Cloud Solutions continues to forge business relationships with key cloud computing providers in their desire to become Hong Kong’s leading cloud computing provider to small and mid-sized businesses. “We believe the growing interest in Google Apps locally in Hong Kong is leading to a demand for additional cloud based applications. Zoho offer an excellent selection of business applications including Zoho CRM (Customer Relationship Management), Zoho People for Human Resources Management and Project Management” said Andre Meyer, Managing Director or Cloud Solutions. “Our vision of where technology is moving today is consistent to that of Zoho Corporation. They offer a full suite of excellent, well rounded solutions that will meet the demands and budgets of our customers in Hong Kong”. . In addition Zoho CRM offers excellent support for Simplified Chinese which will allow Hong Kong based companies to extend their sales teams to mainland China without the expense associated with traditional application delivery. “An additional benefit for our Google Apps customers is they will have the ability to log into Zoho using their existing Google Apps accounts providing a single sign-on environment” stated Andre Meyer. “Something we believe is very important if cloud computing is to be easy to adopt at the desktop for migrating users in this near era of computing”. For more information on Zoho, please visit www.zoho.com. For more information about Cloud Solutions, please visit www.cloudsolutions.com.hk. |
posted 20 Oct 2009 19:05 by André Meyer
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Sept 12th 2009 - Hong Kong - Cloud Solutions announce a successful series of Google Apps ™ seminars presented in English, in their offices in Causeway Bay. Many of the delegates had already adopted Google Apps ™ however their use of Gmail was the main product implemented to date. Cloud Solutions Managing Director, André Meyer presented how their company had migrated from Microsoft Exchange and how the various Google Apps applications were now being utilised by their own organisation. This included document sharing, document management, video and audio chat and calendar sharing. In addition some of the integrated features into email including conversation threads, automatic translations (from Chinese to English) and SMS integration were well received. Industries represented at the seminars included Education (who can use Google Apps ™ for free), Finance, Insurance, Trading, Architects and Lawyers. Due to the popularity of the informative seminars Cloud Solutions plans to hold additional seminars in the coming months. |
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