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NCDSB Invents new Portable Workstation!
Posted: January 22nd, 2001Posted By: Mike G




Welland, Ont - January 2001

In a unique approach to recycling, the NCDSB finds use for the many donated BEC computers...portable computers!

"Couldn't we just get new laptops?", asked the IT staff, when the management came up with this innovative solution. A quick trip to Home Depot and an hour later, the entire IT department was outfitted with the latest in troubleshooting technology. As an added bonus, the new solution allows the technicians free use of both hands, rather than having to carry a laptop.

"The increased productivity and cost savings will bring great benefit to the Board", quoted one senior administrator who chose to remain unnamed.

A patent registration is apparently underway...

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