Hello,

This is the first article in a series focusing on the wonderful work our IT consultants do for our clients.  Here at Astir, we are proud of our expert IT resources, and understand that they are the reason for our success.  We invest heavily in our people so our clients can reap the benefits.  Each article in this series will focus on a specific case study where one of our IT consultants had a great, positive impact in their client project.  You can read more about these case studies HERE.

One of the many issues that faces large organizations is the ability to properly manage their technology environment.  With the sheer volume of technologies our business uses on a daily basis, it can be quite difficult to keep them all operating efficiently and synced.  There are a wide range of issues that can be throwing your IT environment out of line... it could be a matter of application versioning, broken APIs, inadequate support, etc.  Over time, organizations will accrue a number of different applications, databases, intranets, etc.; and rather than investing the time and effort to maintain them, they will invariably replace them when issues surface.

Usually this is a very expensive proposition, since proper release/change management efforts could have avoided any and all problems faced.

Then there is the added problem of training.  Often times a large organization will have multiple subject matter experts (SMEs) who specialize in a subset of their technologies.  As soon as a new person is brought on board and needs to learn multiple systems, they are forced to meet with multiple people over the course of days (if not weeks) to be brought up to speed.  This is just another example of the inefficiencies we create by not having the proper support in place.  The addition of a change/release expert to your IT team could easily answer these problems, and save your organization time, effort, (and most importantly) money.

As a real-world example, Astir IT Solutions, Inc. has a client who faced these exact issues.  They had a portfolio of over 150 applications... and lacked the expertise and manpower to properly manage, assess, and train personnel in such a vast pool of technology.  By bringing on one of our seasoned release/change management IT consultants, they were able to finally get a handle on such a huge tech portfolio.  This saved the client a tremendous amount of time, effort, and money, as this individual was able to provide impact analyses to identify what applications to utilize in what capacity, manage versions, and train users and stakeholders.  You can read more about our Release/Change Management Case Study HERE.

If you or your organization has a need for highly trained IT consultants, please feel free to email me today at contact@astirit.com.

Best Regards,

Adam Moltisanti

Manager, Marketing and Vendor Relations

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Astir IT Solutions, Inc., the flagship of the Astir Family of Companies has shared the following blog post with Astir Analytics: 

As of May 26, 2015, H4 visa holders will be eligible for EAD status if they meet certain criteria.  If their spouse is in the Green Card process with their 140 approved, they can get an EAD card to legally work in the U.S.  

This will open a myriad of employment opportunities for H4 EADs.  And now is the best time for these candidates to prepare.

With the ever increasing use of technology by virtually every business, there has been boom in the IT consulting industry.  Astir IT Solutions, Inc. has an IT training and job placement program designed specifically for H4 EAD candidates who wish to begin a successful career in IT consulting.  This program combines IT training in a wide array of areas with resume preparation, interview coaching, job skills training, and resume marketing.  Each trainingn program concludes with project placement through Astir IT Solutions, Inc. 

Astir gives you the IT training you need, and the job you want!

We offer comprehensive IT training programs both in-classroom and online; with flexible training schedules.  These programs include:

• .NET
• Java
• UI
• Informatica
• Tableau
• Etc.

Astir has a number of long-term, successful relationships with prime vendors and direct clients.  We are seeking H4 EAD candidates in order to fill the large volume of unique projects and requirements we have.  If you are on, or eligible for, H4 EAD status, now is the best time to prepare for and start your lucrative IT consulting career.

To learn more, please visit www.astirit.com/benefits.aspx.

Best Regards,

Adam Moltisanti

Manager, Marketing and Vendor Relations

Astir IT Solutions, Inc.

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Astir IT Solutions, Inc., the flagship of the Astir Family of Companies, is looking for candidates who need E3 visa sponsorship.

The Astir Family of Companies has been using the H1B visa sponsorship program for over 10 years.  This program has enabled Astir to attract the best IT talent available... and provide high level IT solutions and services to our clients.  The H1B visa program has been an instrumental recruitment avenue, leading to the exponential grown Astir has experienced over the past few years.

In addition to the H1B visa program, Astir has also sponsored E3 work visas.  The E3 visa program has established in 2005, and is designed specifically for Australian nationals who wish to enter the U.S. to perform services in a "specialty occupation."  A "specialty occupation" is defined by the USCIS as follows: "A theoretical and practical application of a body of specialized knowledge; and the attainment of a bachelor's or higher degree in the specific specialty (or its equivalent) as a minimum for entry into the occupation in the United States."  In determining whether an occupation qualifies as a "specialty occupation," follow the definition contained in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) 214 (i)(1) for H-1B nonimmigrants and applicable standards and criteria determined by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS.)  Please see the USCIS page for more information.

Astir IT has extensive experience sponsoring E3 visa candidates, and wishes to expand upon the success we've had with our E3 visa sponsorship program.  We are seeking qualified individuals with a minimum of a Bachelors Degree in a specialized field who are looking for lucrative employment in the U.S.  If you wish to learn more about E3 sponsorship and employment in the U.S. as an IT consultant, please contact us today.

Astir IT is also looking for qualified individuals on F1-OPT, CPT, and L2 status who are interested in H1B sponsorship.

Best Regards

Adam Moltisanti

Manager, Marketing and Vendor Relations

Astir Analytics

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Hello,

Quality assurance testing is probably the most critical portion of the application development process.  But software testing should never stop once your system is in place.  Bugs and errors can creep up at the worst possible time, and if left unchecked, they can be a recipe for disaster.

This is especially important since our businesses are now completely reliant on multiple forms of technology.  Internally, our infrastructure, HR department, accounting department, etc. are now all automated.  For some of us, our external products and services include business intelligence and mobile applications; as well as a host of other software and technology.  Therefore, we not only support ourselves with technology, but our technology supports our clients.

Doesn't it make sense for us to ensure that technology continues to operate perfectly?

Astir Analytics has a host of quality assurance testing services that can help identify problems and ensure your IT landscape operates correctly.  Without these QA testing services operating in the background, it is just a matter of time before something goes wrong.

Astir Analytics can provide you with QA testing services that are custom tailored to your exact needs.  We can provide an on-site technical resource, staff a team of testers, or manage an entire QA project from conception to completion.  If you have a QA need, please call me at 908-279-8670 ext. 716 to discuss.

Best Regards,

Adam Moltisanti

Manager, Marketing and Vendor Relations

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Astir Analytics has a slew of list management services that can improve your marketing and sales.  List management is one of those tasks that is often overlooked by many businesses.  Having the proper contact database in place can save your organization time and resources; and help you build your business.

Astir Analytics has list management services that can help your business create a single, centralized repository for your contact data.  From there, we can design a solution that combines and cleanses your data so you and your employees have easy access to your contact database.  

If you have fragmented contact data and need help with optimization, send me an email (amoltisanti@astiranalytics.com) so we can discuss how Astir can improve your business.

Best Regards,

Adam Moltisanti

Manager, Marketing and Vendor Relations

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Hello,

Astir Analytics is a division of Astir IT Solutions, Inc., an award winning IT consulting and software development firm.

Astir IT Solutions, Inc. is still looking for candidates for the 2015 H1 Quota. We are offering H1 sponsorship to experienced individuals, so don’t hesitate to contact us today.

Astir has a high volume of client projects, and are looking to bring on highly skilled IT consultants.  Qualified candidates will hold a minimum of a Bachelors’ Degree in a technical field, with skills including, but not limited to:

·         Java

·         .NET

·         Oracle

·         Project Manager

·         SQL

·         Business Analyst

·         Data Analyst

·         Automation QA

·         SAP

·         Business Objects

·         Informatica

·         Etc.

We are providing H1 sponsorship to individuals holding the following visa statuses:

·         F1 OPT

·         L1

·         L2

·         F2

·         H4

Astir is offering competitive compensation packages that include a comprehensive suite of benefits.  Our consistent and profitable growth rate, in conjunction with our high volume of client projects and ongoing training opportunities has given us the reputation as a preferred employer.  Astir is an EEO Employer and an E-Verify Company.

If you are looking for H1 sponsorship and meet the criteria listed above, please contact us at contact@astirit.com or (908) 279-8670 ext. 728.

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Hello,

I just came across a great article from Marketing Profs:

http://www.marketingprofs.com/articles/2013/12019/improve-sales-change-your-marketing-approach-not-just-your-tools

Having the right marketing tools is just half the battle.  You must be in the right frame of mind in order to reach your full marketing potential.  This article raises a very important question; does your marketing approach match the needs of your target?  You need to be ahead of the game in a world that is evolving very rapidly.  In order to succeed, you need to be nimble and informed.  Being locked into traditional methodologies, or being boxed in by red tape can be the difference maker between success and failure.

Finding the right approach is difficult, and is often an exercise of trial and error.  Consultation with marketing experts and a review of best practices can help guide you in the right direction, but ultimately it is a study in understanding your organization, your products and solutions, and your target market.

This is not saying, however, that the tools are not important.  This is far from the truth.  Having the right set of tools can make all the difference in your marketing campaigns.  The right tools will enable you to implement your campaigns quickly, and measure their efficacy.  Having the right tools coupled with a targeted and well crafted approach is the recipe for success.

Astir Analytics has a wide array of solutions that can help guide you in the right direction.  Give us a call today, and we can discuss how Astir can help improve your marketing. (908) 279-8670 ext. 716.

Best Regards,

Adam Moltisanti

Manager, Marketing and Vendor Relations

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Hello,

Marketing organizations, historically, have a difficult time justifying their existence.  It is very difficult to find a tangible measurement for marketing effectiveness.  Sales organizations can look to sales figures, staffing organizations can provide stats on placements, etc.  Marketing organizations are often unable to point to specific metrics that show a tangible ROI.

This is one of the areas Astir Analytics specializes in.  Astir Analytics helps marketing organizations understand the data available to them; and designs custom services and solutions that help quantify and qualify organizational impact.  Our services and solutions help leverage data and technology; providing the ability to measure marketing effectiveness.

Some of the services and solutions we have designed have enabled customers to measure campaign effectiveness, identify custom needs, manage leads, and improve their share of wallet.  We would love to work with your organization, and help you demonstrate your organizational worth.  Give me a call at 908-279-8670 ext. 716 so we can discuss how Astir Analytics can custom build services and solutions that improve your organization.

Best Regards,

Adam Moltisanti

Manager, Marketing and Vendor Relations

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Hello,

Technology has become increasingly important to businesses across all industries.  Business applications are critical for daily operations.. and more and more companies have the increased need for custom applications.

Astir Analytics specializes in building custom business applications that can fit any need.  We have built a wide variety of custom applications across a number of different industries.  We work close with our clients in helping them understand their technology needs, and keep them close throughout the development process for rapid implementation. 

We would love to speak with you and explore your technology needs.  We can help you understand your business and technology needs, and build a custom application that will answer your needs perfectly.  Give me a call today, and we'll explore how Astir Analytics can improve your business.

Best Regards,

Adam Moltisanti

Manager, Marketing and Vendor Relations

Blog, BlogEngine.NET, Business Intelligence, Dashboards, Data Analysis, Recent Posts, Reporting, Segmentation, SEM, SEO, Social Media, Web Design Custom Application Development