Business Solutions for Summer 2019

Learning is a lifelong process. While this time of year tends to conjure up images of children in classrooms, education is a part of life—in one form or another—for people of all ages, at home and at work. This issue of Business Solutions takes a look at the theme of learning from several angles. We begin on page 3 by inviting you to Check Out This Technology Checklist, educational content provided by the National Cyber Security Alliance to help identify security issues that may need addressing. The learning continues on pages 4 and 5 with the Business Spotlight on Gillespie CUSD #7. This school system recently had Madison Communications install a new network to deliver internet with symmetrical Gigabit speeds, enabling the use of more devices and expanding educational opportunities. On page 6, you’ll find a lesson on Dealing with the Dreaded Post-Vacation Inbox, so study up! Then on page 7, we feature AdamWalters, the Edwardsville CEO graduate who won a $2,500 prize at the CEONext National Trade Show for young entrepreneurs. Whenever you have questions about your Madison Communications services or want to learn about new technologies available, please contact us. We enjoy sharing the knowledge we’ve accumulated over many years in this industry. Sincerely, The Madison Team 2 S U MM E R 2 0 1 9 Madison Communications www.gomadison.com Main Office: Madison Communications 21668 Double Arch Road Staunton, IL 62088 Monday – Saturday 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. Payment Drop-Off Centers: 118 E State, Hamel, IL 594 Livingston Av, Livingston, IL 315 W Main, Staunton, IL 21668 Double Arch Rd, Staunton, IL Mailing Address: Madison Communications PO Box 29 Staunton, IL 62088 Customer Service: Phone: 1-800-422-4848 Email: infomtc@madisontelco.com Fax: 618-635-7213 Publication Contacts: Emily Acord, Marketing Coordinator President: Robert W. Schwartz Business Solutions is a publication of Madison Communications 21668 Double Arch Road Staunton, IL 62088 Editorial and Circulation Contact: Emily Acord PO Box 29 Staunton, IL 62088 Extra issues are available to business customer employees on a limited basis while supplies last. Contact: Emily Acord, PO Box 29, Staunton, IL 62088, 618-635-5000 All brand names and product names used in this publication are trade names, service marks, trademarks, or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright© 2019 by Madison Communications and Cornerstone Publishing Group, Inc. BUSINESS solutions