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Lexington, MA November 17, 2015 - Daymark Solutions announced today that Matthew Brady, Manager of Daymark’s Managed Services, has earned certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP)®. The PMP is a significant addition to Daymark’s long list of technical certifications and competencies.

Awarded by the Project Management Institute, the PMP is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers. Unlike other credentials, the PMP is acknowledged globally and signifies that the project manager speaks and understands the global language of project management.

The PMP requires a minimum of 4,500 hours leading and directing projects and 35 hours of formal project management education. The exam has 200 multiple-choice questions and takes four hours to complete. Additionally, certified PMPs must continue their education by earning 60 professional development units (PDUs) every three years in order to maintain certification.

“Attaining PMP certification is a significant achievement,” said Bruce Hall, Director of Managed Services at Daymark. “This certification validates and complements Matthew’s vast experience successfully leading complex deployments. We are proud of Matthew’s accomplishment and we’re confident that this additional investment in training and certification will be of great benefit to our clients.”

About Daymark Solutions, Inc. 
Daymark Solutions is an experienced technology integration and solutions provider that helps organizations throughout New England effectively architect, implement, and deploy customized solutions to help their clients grow and scale their IT infrastructure. Specializing in data center infrastructure, data protection, virtualization, cloud and managed services, Daymark’s unique combination of in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience, and proven methodologies enable its clients to successfully address even the most difficult technology challenges. For more information, call 781-359-3000 or visit www.daymarksi.com.

Second Annual Award Recognizes Standout Solution Providers 

Lexington, MA, November 13, 2015 – Daymark Solutions, a leading integration and solutions provider of information technology in New England, announced that it has been honored by The Channel Company with the esteemed 2015 CRN^® Triple Crown Award. Fewer than 60 North American solution providers, and only 5 from New England, had the necessary revenue, growth and technical expertise to be recognized on three of CRN’s preeminent solution provider lists, earning them the Triple Crown Award this year.  

CRN assembles lists and rankings each year to recognize solution providers who are setting the bar in the IT industry, including the Solution Provider 500, which lists the largest solution providers in North America by revenue; the Fast Growth 150, which ranks the fastest-growing solution providers; and the Tech Elite 250, which recognizes solution providers that have received the highest level certifications from leading vendors.

It is a considerable achievement for a solution provider to make any one of these lists. To make it onto all three, however - as this year's Triple Crown Award winners have done - a company must simultaneously have enough revenue to be ranked on the Solution Provider 500 list, record double- or triple-digit growth for recognition on the Fast Growth 150, and invest heavily in top certifications to attain Tech Elite 250 status.

“We are honored to be awarded with CRN’s Triple Crown Award this year,” said Brian Casey, Daymark’s General Manager and COO. “We’ve built a business centered on trusted partnerships with our clients. Our customers know that we are committed to maintaining the deepest level of technical expertise to help them meet their business challenges and navigate the many disruptive technologies in the market.” 

"I am continually amazed by the commitment to excellence demonstrated by the solution providers that drive the IT channel," said Robert Faletra, CEO, The Channel Company. "The companies that have earned this year's CRN Triple Crown award are truly among the industry's elite, showing the depth and breadth of sales, technical and marketing expertise to earn recognition on our premier lists. We congratulate each of these leading solution providers and look forward to watching them thrive in the future."

Showcased in the December issue of CRN, the Triple Crown list can be previewed at crn.com/triplecrown.

About Daymark Solutions, Inc.
Daymark Solutions is an experienced technology integration and solutions provider that helps organizations throughout New England effectively architect, implement, and deploy customized solutions to help their clients grow and scale their IT infrastructure. Specializing in data center infrastructure, data protection, virtualization, cloud and managed services, Daymark’s unique combination of in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience, and proven methodologies enable its clients to successfully address even the most difficult technology challenges. For more information, call 781-359-3000 or visit www.daymarksi.com.

About The Channel Company
The Channel Company enables breakthrough IT channel performance with our dominant media, engaging events, expert consulting and education and innovative marketing services and platforms. As the channel catalyst, we connect and empower technology suppliers, solution providers and end-users. www.thechannelco.com

CRN is a registered trademark of The Channel Company, LLC.  The Channel Company logo is a trademark of The Channel Company, LLC (registration pending).  All rights reserved.

Milestone Reinforces Daymark’s Technical Expertise and Customer Trust

Lexington, MA, October 21, 2015 – Daymark Solutions, a leading integration and solutions provider of information technology in New England, announced today that it has completed its 500^th customer integration. Since its founding almost 15 years ago, Daymark has been tackling complex IT challenges for businesses across a wide range of industries including healthcare, financial services, life sciences, and energy and utilities.

“This is a meaningful milestone for us,” said Brian Casey, General Manager and COO at Daymark. “IT is under more pressure than ever before to quickly deliver services to the business and adapt to changes brought on by cloud, social, mobile, and big data while still ensuring their infrastructure is secure, compliant and built to handle tremendous data growth. Our ability to architect and deploy state-of-the-art solutions frees our clients to focus on strategic initiatives for the business.”

 Tim Donovan, President at Daymark, agrees. “We form true partnerships with our clients and we are proud that many of our customer implementations are second, third and fourth engagements with the same client. They trust us to make vendor-neutral technology recommendations, meet their tight deadlines, mitigate risk and preserve existing investments whenever possible to keep costs under control. We hear from our clients all the time that they think of their Daymark consultant as an extension of their team.”

Keeping up with the latest technologies is a key factor in Daymark’s success. Daymark technical consultants hold more than 250 technical certifications across a wide range of technologies and leading vendors. “Our clients value the breadth and depth of our technical expertise,” stated Casey. “Ongoing training for our technical team is a top priority. These certifications, along with numerous real-world experiences across a wide-range of industries and a proven methodology, equip our team to successfully design, deliver and support even the most complex projects.”

About Daymark Solutions, Inc.

Daymark Solutions is an experienced technology integration and solutions provider that helps organizations throughout New England effectively architect, implement, and deploy customized solutions to help their clients grow and scale their IT infrastructure. Specializing in data center infrastructure, data protection, virtualization, cloud and managed services, Daymark’s unique combination of in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience, and proven methodologies enable its clients to successfully address even the most difficult technology challenges. For more information, call 781-359-3000 or visit www.daymarksi.com.

Lexington, MA, September 11, 2015 – Daymark Solutions announced that Corey Roberts, Director of Technology, will be facilitating a live Azure workshop. This is an instructor-led, interactive, 300-level technical discussion, demo, and hands-on lab at the Microsoft Technology Center (MTC) in Kendall Square, on Thursday, September 24, 2015, from 9AM-12PM.

“Adding Microsoft to our solution mix demonstrates our knowledge around Windows 2012 Server, Hyper-V, and integration with Azure," said Corey Roberts, Daymark's Director of Technology.

The workshop is designed for cloud engineers and Windows admins that have purchased Azure and have not implemented it yet.

By the end of this 3 hour live-lab, you should be able to:

• Establish initial access and configuration of Microsoft Azure
• Become familiar with the portal and account management interfaces
• Learn how to deploy compute, storage and network resources
• Gain an understanding of Cloud Services, Availability Groups, and End Points
• Learn how to configure Recovery Services for virtual machines
• See how to establish access and VPN capabilities
• Learn how to leverage the Market Place to enhance your environment
• Gain insight into all the latest Azure features and capabilities

Here are the details:
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2015
Time: 9AM - 12AM
Address: 255 Main Street, Cambridge, MA 02142
Location: North End Room, 3rd Floor
Phone: (781) 487-6400
Format: Instructor-led, live, interactive lab workshop
Tuition: Free

About Daymark Solutions, Inc. 
Daymark Solutions is an experienced technology integration and solutions provider that helps organizations throughout New England effectively architect, implement, and deploy customized solutions to help their clients grow and scale their IT infrastructure. Specializing in data center infrastructure, data protection, virtualization, cloud and managed services, Daymark’s unique combination of in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience, and proven methodologies enable its clients to successfully address even the most difficult technology challenges. For more information, call 781-359-3000 or visit www.daymarksi.com.

Former BOSTON Members Barry Goudreau and Sib Hashian Perform
for Customer & Partner Appreciation Concert on September 24, 2015

Lexington, MA, August 28, 2015 –   They started out as “just another band out of Boston” until they became one of the most epic “rock ‘n’ roll bands” of all time. Famed guitarist Barry Goudreau and drummer Sib Hashian, formerly of the mega-superstar rock band, BOSTON, along with their band Dirty Water, will be playing a private concert at the House of Blues on September 24, 2015.

Daymark is hosting the special concert event as a thank you to its phenomenal customers and partners. It will be a memorable evening of food, drink and classic rock hits. The event is limited to 150 tickets – and it’s filling up fast. Please contact Daymark today if you’d like to join us as our guest for a “smokin” good time.

• Date: Thursday, September 24, 2015
  
• Time:  4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
• Location: House of Blues, Foundation Room, 15 Landsdowne Street, Boston, MA 02215
• What to Expect: Hors d'Oeuvres, Open Bar, Unforgettable Music
• How to Attend: Contact Daymark

About Daymark Solutions, Inc. 
Daymark Solutions is an experienced technology integration and solutions provider that helps organizations throughout New England effectively architect, implement, and deploy customized solutions to help their clients grow and scale their IT infrastructure. Specializing in data center infrastructure, data protection, virtualization, cloud and managed services, Daymark’s unique combination of in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience, and proven methodologies enable its clients to successfully address even the most difficult technology challenges. For more information, call 781-359-3000 or visit www.daymarksi.com.

Lexington, MA, August 10, 2015 - Daymark Solutions announced today that Jay Sartori, Daymark Networking Manager, has earned the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Data Center certification to complement his CCIE Security certification. The CCIE is a prestigious addition to Daymark’s long list of technical certifications and competencies.

The CCIE certification is accepted worldwide as the most prestigious networking certification in the industry. Network engineers holding an active Cisco CCIE certification are recognized for their expert network engineering skills and mastery of Cisco products and solutions. The CCIE certifies the skills required of network engineers to plan, operate and troubleshoot complex, converged network infrastructures on a wide variety of Cisco equipment.

According to Cisco, less than 3% of Cisco Certified engineers obtain CCIE certification and less than 1% of the networking professionals worldwide hold this distinction. Passing all the requirements of the rigorous program earns the individual a unique CCIE number assigned by Cisco.

“The CCIE is exceptionally difficult,” said Sean Gilbride, Director of Professional Services. “We are proud of Jay’s accomplishment in attaining this second CCIE certification and we are confident that this in-depth level of training will be a huge asset to our clients as Daymark helps them to navigate networking issues in a software-defined world.”

About Daymark Solutions, Inc.

Daymark Solutions is an experienced technology integration and solutions provider that helps organizations throughout New England effectively architect, implement, and deploy customized solutions to help their clients grow and scale their IT infrastructure. Specializing in data center infrastructure, data protection, virtualization, cloud and managed services, Daymark’s unique combination of in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience, and proven methodologies enable its clients to successfully address even the most difficult technology challenges. For more information, call 781-359-3000 or visit www.daymarksi.com.

Funds Raised for U.S. Veterans Suffering Mental Trauma and Brain Injury

Lexington, MA, July 28, 2015 – For the 6th straight year, Daymark employees supported “Run to Home Base” an event committed to helping veterans suffering from mental trauma and brain injuries. This year’s event took place on July 25th.

The annual event, dedicated to healing the “invisible wounds of war,” consists of a 9k route through the streets of Boston with the finish line at home plate in historic Fenway Park. All funds are donated to New England veterans and their families affected by combat stress and traumatic brain injury. Over 2000 people participated in this year’s event, which raised over $1.5 million, and this year, ‘Team Daymark’ was 22 members strong.

"I am sure those who had the chance to meet some of the veterans who were there on Saturday, and listen to the keynote from a returning veteran, understand why this is such an important and impactful cause. It is so easy to get caught up in our own little worlds and forget about those that have given so much for our freedom and opportunity here in the USA,"  said Brian Casey, General Manager and COO at Daymark. “Each year our commitment and fundraising increases. To date, our team has raised over $50,000 for this worthy cause thanks to the generosity of our employees, friends, suppliers and partners.” Anyone wishing to donate can do by visiting the Team Daymark Donation Page.

About Run to Home Base

The Red Sox Foundation and Massachusetts General Hospital Home Base Program serves New England by identifying, motivating and clinically treating wounded service members and veterans with combat stress and traumatic brain injury. The Home Base Program serves the nation as a model for private-public collaboration as an education resource about the invisible wounds of war that now effect an estimated 30 percent of those who served or are serving in Iraq or Afghanistan. For more information on Run to Home Base or to make a donation to this worthy cause, please visit: www.runtohomebase.org.

About Daymark Solutions, Inc.

Daymark Solutions is an experienced technology integration and solutions provider that helps organizations throughout New England effectively architect, implement, and deploy customized solutions to help their clients grow and scale their IT infrastructure. Specializing in data center infrastructure, data protection, virtualization, cloud and managed services, Daymark’s unique combination of in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience, and proven methodologies enable its clients to successfully address even the most difficult technology challenges. For more information, call 781-359-3000 or visit www.daymarksi.com.

Lexington, MA, July 22, 2015 - Daymark Solutions, a leading integration and solution provider of information technology in New England, today announced its support and participation in the 2015 Young Faces of ALS (YFALS) Boston Corntoss Challenge. The event will take place on August 8, 2015 in Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA.

Created by people living with ALS who were diagnosed before their 35th birthday, the Young Faces of ALS (YFALS) campaign is the first community for young people afflicted by ALS, as well as their families and friends. YFALS has become a catalyst for accelerating research at the ALS Therapy Development Institute through fundraising events.

YFALS hits close to home for Daymark Senior Consultant, Mike O’Connor, whose close friend, Pete Frates, was diagnosed with YFALS a little over three years ago at the age of 27. “Captain of the Boston College baseball team, Pete was a stellar athlete,” said O’Connor. “I will never forget the day I got that call. His diagnosis hit me like a ton of bricks.”

Awareness of the disease is critical. ALS is in desperate need for additional funding. Raising awareness is key to increasing individual donations as well as government funding. Last year’s Facebook global phenomenon “Ice Bucket Challenge” was a tremendous step toward that goal. Pete was instrumental in getting high-profile athletes, including Tom Brady, to participate.

Pete’s supportive family and dedicated friends have been a great source of strength. “Pete and his family are amazing. They have taken on this disease with grace and passion and have recently founded the Frates ALS Research and Support Fund,” added O’Connor. The Fund was created to carry on Frates’ mission to raise awareness and assist in discovering a treatment and a cure for ALS. Donations to the fund can be made here. 

For the second year, the Daymark ice cream truck will be at Technology Square to raise funds for the event. “We are proud to support such a worthy cause,” said Tim Donovan, Daymark’s President. “We hope the Daymark ice cream truck will be a big draw to help raise funds for the courageous young people like Pete Frates dealing with ALS.”

About the Corntoss Challenge 

Since 2011, the YFALS National Corntoss Challenge has successfully brought Corntoss enthusiasts along with ALS patients and their families, friends, and supporters together for a fun-filled day of Corntoss and good company to achieve one goal: end ALS. Every dollar supports the Young Faces of ALS (YFALS) campaign, benefiting research at the ALS Therapy Development Institute (ALS.net). More infomration on the August 8^th event can be found at the Boston YFALS Corntoss Challenge Facebook page.

About Daymark Solutions, Inc. 

Daymark Solutions is an experienced technology integration and solutions provider that helps organizations throughout New England effectively architect, implement, and deploy customized solutions to help their clients grow and scale their IT infrastructure. Specializing in data center infrastructure, data protection, virtualization, cloud and managed services, Daymark’s unique combination of in-depth technical knowledge, extensive experience, and proven methodologies enable its clients to successfully address even the most difficult technology challenges. For more information, call 781-359-3000 or visit www.daymarksi.com.

Lexington, MA July 16, 2015 - The Daymark ice cream truck is on a roll again this summer and after a makeover this past winter, it’s better than ever! The Daymark ice cream truck is a real customer favorite sharing frozen treats at company offices and corporate events all over New England. The truck is in high demand, so now is the time to call your Daymark contact to schedule a visit.

History of the Daymark Ice Cream Truck

Why does Daymark have an ice cream truck? Two years ago Corey Roberts, Daymark Director of Technology, who also moonlights as part of a NASCAR pit crew, saw an old ice cream truck for sale. It was in rough shape, but Corey had a vision that together with the help of fellow “Daymarkians” they could turn the ugly duckling into a swan. And that’s just what they did! Rallying 18 fellow employees, they clocked over 2500+ man-hours to refurbish the truck, working several weekends to get it ready to roll (literally) for some summer fun.

5 Fun Reasons to Schedule Your Ice Cream Truck Visit Today

The truck has been used for fund raising and customer appreciation events and has served over 1,000 tasty treats to date. If you really need a reason to eat ice cream, how about some of these?’

1. You want to thank your fellow employees for all their hard work
2. You’re planning a charitable corporate event and want to turn up the fun meter
3. You want to challenge your colleagues to an ice cream eating contest
4. You want to see your manager have a major “brain freeze”
5. It’s hot and who doesn’t love ice cream?

 Ice Cream Truck FAQ

Q. How do I schedule a visit?
A. Contact Allison Higgins, 781-359-3000 or ahiggins@daymarksi.com

Q. How many people can you accommodate?
A. The truck holds 400 ice creams. So 400 people can have one ice cream each or 80 people can have five each – it’s up to you!

Q. Can I request special flavors?
A. Yes you can. We’ll do our best to find them

Q. What if someone has food allergies?
A. Please let us know ahead of time

 What are you waiting for? Click on the link to schedule a visit. Your friends will thank you!

Lexington, MA, July 9, 2015 – At Daymark we follow the "work hard - play hard" approach, and last week Daymarkians got to enjoy a day on the ocean during our 14th Annual Daymark Fishing Trip in Gloucester.

The trip was an opportunity to have some fun, practice our team-building skills, as well as promote some healthy inter-company competition. Employees were divided into six teams and prizes were awarded for the first fish caught, the most fish caught, and the largest fish caught.

The competition was fierce, and everyone gave it their all, but at the end of the day, Team Connemara Bay took home the top two prizes, bagging the first fish and largest fish of the day, a 37.5 inch striper. Team Bounty Hunter took home the prize for most fish by changing up their strategy and going after haddock. When it was all said in done, Team Bounty Hunter netted a total of 27 haddock!

After an exciting day at sea, The Justin Beech Duo set the tone for the evening with some great covers from the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughn, The Who, and Steely Dan. The clam bake was delicious and the company was even better. 

While this was an employee appreciation event, we’re always looking to take our customers and prospects fishing off Gloucester. Whether you love to fish, or are looking to experience deep-sea fishing for the first time, we’d love to take you out for the day.

Sound like fun? Great! Click here and we’ll contact you.