Monday, December 29, 2025
5 Business Trends Every Company Must Prepare for in 2026
2026 will be shaped by fast-moving developments in AI, personalization, sustainability, and the future of work. This article from futurist Bernard Marr outlines five business-critical trends organizations must prepare for along with insights to help you stay ahead of the curve.
Read the article to understand what's coming and how to align your strategy. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to explore how we can help you adapt and lead through change.
Happy New Year!
Monday, December 22, 2025
AI PODS for Inferencing Data Sheet
This website provides details on the features, specifications, and requirements for the Cisco AI PODs for Inferencing solutions.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Amplify every employee to accelerate business success
The right technology can transform your business. This eBook details how AI-enhanced Windows 11 Pro PCs simplify deployment, empower employees, and give you the tools to manage security and performance efficiently. Download the eBook to learn how these devices can accelerate your organization's success. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to explore your upgrade options.
Using Copilot to Optimize HR Costs & Help Employees Thrive
HR teams must balance employee satisfaction with cost efficiency, but traditional processes can be time-consuming and expensive. Microsoft Copilot will enhance your HR team's workflow by automating routine tasks, providing AI-driven insights, and improving employee experiences. View this infographic to see how Copilot and its AI features are changing traditional HR processes. To start your Copilot journey, contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss AI-driven HR solutions.
View: Using Copilot to Optimize HR Costs & Help Employees Thrive
Walkthrough of Threat Center in the Atlas Platform
CDW Microsoft for Education Showcase
This resources site, courtesy Microsoft Education, provides an assortment of datasheets, articles and webinars to help you select the right Microsoft Education devices and solutions for your school.
AI PODS for Inferencing Data Sheet
This website provides details on the features, specifications, and requirements for the Cisco AI PODs for Inferencing solutions.
Lenovo Digital Workplace Solutions Care of One(TM) Sizzle Video
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Ultra-scalable GPU acceleration for enterprise AI
As businesses continue to embrace digital transformation, the Ultra-scalable GPU acceleration for enterprise AI provided by the HPE ProLiant Compute DL380a Gen12 with NVIDIA PRO™ 6000 undeniably stands out. Read this solution brief to learn about the ways in which HPE is redefining enterprise-scale AI deployment. Embracing an enterprise approach to AI development and management can unlock unparalleled opportunities, and deploying AI at large scale demands careful and strategic considerations to maximize business value. The HPE ProLiant Compute DL380a Gen12 promises to deliver unprecedented upshot and efficiency by delivering optimized and fine-tuned AI application performances. With advanced management features like HPE iLO 7 for robust security, HPE OneView for streamlined IT operations, and HPE Compute Ops Management for proactive automation, the server excels in reliability, security and ease of management. Contact us today to learn more about this powerful system for AI and HPC. and to get started today!
The New Zero Trust Guide for CISOs
As cyberthreats evolve, traditional perimeter-based defenses no longer suffice. The "New Zero Trust Guide for CISOs" is an eBook that explains how to strengthen enterprise security through continuous verification and adaptive access control across all environments. Download the eBook to learn how Zero Trust can transform your security posture and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to plan your next steps.
Reliable support wherever, whenever employees need it
IT teams today face growing demands to keep hybrid workforces up and running. The solution brief, "Reliable Support Wherever, Whenever Employees Need It," highlights how HP Support Services provides flexible, predictive, and remote assistance that minimizes downtime and extends device life. Download the brief to see how HP keeps your business moving and reach out to STARLIGHT RETAIL INC for personalized advice on choosing the right support plan.
AWS Agentic AI Options for migrating VMware based workloads | Amazon Web Services
This blog outlines two agentic AI solutions from AWS that simplify VMware workload migration: AWS Transform for VMware, which accelerates assessment and planning while automating network conversion and sizing recommendations, and Amazon Bedrock multi-agent collaboration, which coordinates specialized agents to manage complex, multi-step transformations. Read the blog and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to explore how these tools can support your VMware migration needs.
IU's Kelley uses Microsoft 365 Copilot to prepare business students for the AI era | Microsoft Customer Stories
Read the customer story to learn how Kelley School of Business at Indiana University (IU) integrated Microsoft 365 Copilot into coursework, career services, research, and administrative processes. Learn how they approached Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption, where Copilot delivered the biggest returns, and what those lessons can mean for your own secure AI strategy. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss how Microsoft 365 Copilot can be tailored to your organization's goals and readiness needs.
Find the Right AWS Storage Solution for Your Agency
Government agencies, universities and municipal organizations worldwide are leveraging AWS storage services to revolutionize operations, enhance flexibility, drive innovation AND optimize costs. AWS's comprehensive portfolio of storage solutions can be tailored to meet the needs of your agency. Uncover the cloud-based storage and content delivery options available to help your agency benefit from streamlined operations, better flexibility, faster innovation and optimized costs. Read this article and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to learn how we can help you make the most of AWS storage services.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Cisco AI PODs for Inferencing
This at-a-glance brief provides an overview of the benefits of using a Cisco Validated Design (CVD) solution for AI inferencing.
Smarter sets new standards for employee experience
Lenovo's Care of One™ is designed to reshape your employee experience, offering a new way to manage your digital workplace. Whether it's improving user experience, reducing end-user support costs, or automating highly repetitive tasks, Care of One™ is the tool to take your operations to the next level. By identifying, configuring and orchestrating workflows based on individual personas, this Gen AI-powered platform delivers a hyper-personalized experience to each employee. From full data integration with 500+ pre-built SaaS integrations to proactive support with personalized and accurate resolutions, Care of One™ helps businesses rethink how the workplace operates. Check out the real-life examples in the use case brief for a deeper understanding of how this tool can transform your workplace. See how we can be helpful in implementing Lenovo's tech solutions in your own business environment. Don't pass on the chance to reimagine your workplace experience! Contact us today to learn more.
NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition
Digital Brochure Surface in Healthcare
The healthcare industry's digital advancement has created new demands for efficient virtual and in-person patient care. Microsoft Surface for Business, as highlighted in our latest Microsoft healthcare brochure, has been designed not only to meet these demands, but also to prepare healthcare professionals for future challenges. Ease of use, versatile design, elite security, and high performance enable healthcare providers to deliver top-notch care while reducing costs and improving productivity. Real-life case studies, such as Canada's Dynacare, illustrate how switching to Microsoft Surface can result in significant gains. From nurses and mobile caregivers to administrators and executives, Microsoft Surface devices cater to all healthcare roles. The devices allow effective use of AI, promoting faster access to patient information and research data. They also provide resilient business support through their future-ready design, ease of use, increased productivity, and advanced security. The potential capabilities of harnessing AI are also highlighted, allowing for a more effective patient-caregiver interaction. Harness the power of Microsoft Surface for Business today and see your healthcare delivery transform. Our team is here to help you get started with the right Surface devices for your organization so contact us today!
The NetApp Effect: Intelligent Data Infrastructure
Agencies struggling with fragmented data systems, rising cyber risks, and operational inefficiencies gain a more straightforward path forward with this whitepaper, "The NetApp Effect: Intelligent Data Infrastructure." It outlines how a unified data infrastructure reduces complexity, improves resilience with features like rapid recovery, and optimizes resources with energy-efficient storage and intelligent tiering. Download the whitepaper to explore modernization strategies and contact an expert from STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss next steps for your agency.
Stay secure and up to speed with new Windows 11 Pro PCs
The modern workplace demands efficiency, security, and intelligent automation. This eBook highlights how Windows 11 Pro PCs harness AI to optimize workflows, provide real-time insights, and improve security, giving your team the tools they need to perform at their best. Download the eBook to see how AI-driven Windows 11 Pro devices can help your organization work smarter. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss your upgrade strategy.
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Monday, December 15, 2025
Using Copilot in HR
HR teams are face high demands. Microsoft Copilot is here to help your HR professionals simplify processes by automating repetitive tasks, delivering insights for better decision-making, and improving overall efficiency. View the infographic to see how AI enhances hiring, employee retention, and benefits management. Connect with STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss how Copilot can optimize your HR operations.
eSentire Atlas AI FAQ
Security teams face mounting pressure to keep pace with threats while navigating complex tools and growing alert loads. This solution brief breaks down what Atlas AI is and how it enhances security operations by using multi-agent Generative AI to accelerate investigations, enrich findings, and bring expert-level reasoning to every workflow. Check out the solution brief to understand how Atlas AI strengthens your program, and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to speak with an expert about applying these capabilities in your environment.
Message us to learn how HP keeps your devices running efficiently and securely with flexible support options.
Looking for dependable PC support that adapts to your team's work environment? DM us to discover how @HP ensures your devices operate smoothly and securely with a range of flexible support solutions.
Are you rethinking your relationship with VMware in light of the changes Broadcom is making? | Gartner Peer Community
Business leaders are reconsidering VMware migration strategies and weighing other options. This poll presents real-world sentiment from 245 participants, showing that 73 percent are actively looking at alternatives. Review the poll to see how your peers are approaching VMware uncertainty, and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss what these shifts could mean for your migration planning.
Bringing AI to Education with Microsoft 365 Copilot
Bridging the AI Efficiency Gap
Government efficiency is difficult when data lives across disconnected systems, manual processes consume staff time, and agencies can't easily prepare their data for AI. This eBook, "Bridging the AI Efficiency Gap," highlights how consolidating and centralizing data, automating operations, and adopting smarter cost models help agencies reduce complexity and operate more efficiently. Download the eBook to explore strategies for boosting efficiency. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss how our AI experts can help plan and implement your agency's modernization initiatives.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Surface 5G Narrative Flyer
Free your employees from connectivity limitations to achieve AI-enabled productivity anywhere, anytime with Surface PCs with 5G support. With AI redefining work, fostering connectivity that keeps pace with the modern workplace is of vital importance. Surface 5G-enabled devices ensure your team stays connected to valuable data and tools while they transition between various work locations, eliminating reliance on hotspots and Wi-Fi dependency. With 5G's superior bandwidth, your workers can harness powerful cloud-based AI tools and local AI features quickly and effortlessly. Moreover, Surface's user-focused design seamlessly bridges 5G and Wi-Fi, ensuring reliable connectivity to cloud applications and updates without adding complexity. Plus, devices can be managed remotely, safeguarding your business data on the go. The ability to switch between networks also means tasks that require low latency can benefit from 5G. Navigate the new norm with the promise of Surface 5G devices and allow your business to operate fluidly across different environments. Contact us to learn more and order today!
Explore an Inclusive Classroom Using Microsoft Tools
This interactive website will take you step by step through Microsoft Education's solutions as a teacher or student would use them.
From Teams and Calendar to PowerPoint Live and Word Dictation, you can learn about all the innovative educational support tools in Microsoft 365 Education.
A day in the life as a K-12 educator (2)
Education leaders must balance administrative responsibilities, faculty support, and student success initiatives. This infographic highlights how Microsoft Copilot helps streamline your day, automating meeting summaries, improving budget management, and assisting in drafting communications. Have a look at the infographic to see how AI can enhance leadership efficiency in education. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to learn how Copilot can support your institution.
Cisco Firewall Innovations: EVE, AI Assistant, Multi-Instance, and New Management
Cisco Firewall Innovations: EVE, AI Assistant, Multi-Instance, and New Management
A day in the life as a K-12 educator
Time is a teacher's most valuable resource. This infographic illustrates how Microsoft Copilot helps you streamline your day, from summarizing emails to personalizing lesson plans and analyzing student performance. View the infographic to see how AI can support you in making education more effective and efficient. Reach out to STARLIGHT RETAIL INC for a discussion on how Copilot can benefit your school.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Lenovo ThinkEdge - The Comprehensive Edge Computing Leader
Demo- HPE Zerto Software in 2 minutes
HP IT Disposition Service
IT teams face real risks when devices reach end-of-use: data exposure, compliance challenges, and e-waste. The datasheet, "HP IT Asset Disposition Service," shows how HP addresses these risks with secure collection, certified data wiping, and responsible repurposing or recycling. Organizations also benefit from fair-market residual value and sustainability reporting. Download the datasheet to see how HP makes IT asset management safe and sustainable, and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss how this service can strengthen your IT lifecycle strategy.
How Immersive Reader Helped a Student Succeed in School and Life
In the U.S., 2.5 million students (about twice the population of Maine) have learning disabilities—such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia—that can hurt them academically and emotionally.
Fortunately, there are more assistive technologies that help students with different needs improve their performance.
This article describes the struggles of Elle-Mae Taylor, a third-year student at a U.K. university, and how Microsoft Education's Immersive Reader made a major positive difference in her life.
Give Your Firewall Admins Superpowers with the Cisco AI Assistant for Security
The blog features the AI Assistant for Firewall, detailing its security features and showing how it can simplify firewall management for both seasoned admins and novice users by leveraging NLP and ML.
Provision, Observe, and Protect with End-to-End Operational Intelligence
Managing and protecting workloads can be complex, especially in hybrid, multicloud, and edge environments. If you're tired of manual workflows and struggling with fragmented software tools, HPE CloudOps Software suite is for you. It brings together HPE Morpheus Enterprise Software, HPE OpsRamp Software, and HPE Zerto Software solutions to simplify operations and reduce risk while providing end-to-end operational intelligence for every workload. The suite is designed to optimize resources, break down silos and accelerate digital transformation. Harness the power of operational intelligence and automation, scale workloads across any cloud confidently, and fuel innovation in your business. Contact us today to learn more and get started!
View: Provision, Observe, and Protect with End-to-End Operational Intelligence
Monday, December 8, 2025
New Surface Laptop 5G for Business, Copilot+ PC
2025 AI in Education Report Survey Details
On the education landscape, AI is becoming a core part of teaching, learning, and operations - with educators, administrators, IT leaders, and students all predicting that its use will grow. The "2025 AI in Education Report Survey Details" from Microsoft Education summarizes research affirming these expectations. Download the report to dive into the findings and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to explore how these insights can support strategies to integrate AI more deeply into your school's systems and practices.
Stay secure and up to speed with new Windows 11 Pro PCs
Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve. Without the right tools, your organization is vulnerable. This eBook explores strategies for safeguarding your organization with the latest hardware-backed security features in Windows 11 Pro PCs. Download your complimentary copy to gain insights into reducing risks and ensuring smooth workflows with modern technology. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss how Windows 11 Pro PCs can protect and optimize your business.
View: Stay secure and up to speed with new Windows 11 Pro PCs
Meet your AI assistant for education: Microsoft Copilot
Announcing Amazon Quick Suite: your agentic teammate for answering questions and taking action | Amazon Web Services
Gathering insights across applications slows down decision-making and leads to incomplete outcomes. This blog introduces Amazon Quick Suite, a unified agentic workspace that combines AI-powered research, business intelligence, and automation to help users analyze data in natural language, surface answers from enterprise and external sources, and act on insights instantly. Read the blog to see how Quick Suite accelerates research and execution, and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to talk with an expert about helping your team get started.
Microsoft Copilot Chat
Copilot Chat is your gateway to free, secure AI from Microsoft. With Copilot Chat, you can ask questions, brainstorm ideas, and get instant feedback on your work. Get started right away. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC for personalized guidance on all the creative ways you can use AI to transform daily work.
Microsoft Copilot Chat
Copilot Chat is your gateway to free, secure AI from Microsoft. With Copilot Chat, you can ask questions, brainstorm ideas, and get instant feedback on your work. Get started right away. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC for personalized guidance on all the creative ways you can use AI to transform daily work.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
o accelerate business success, make everyone secure by default
Cyber threats continue to grow, but outdated PCs leave businesses vulnerable. This eBook dives into essential strategies for securing endpoints with solutions like Windows 11 Pro PCs, offering built-in security and AI-powered tools to protect and empower teams. Download now to learn how to stay secure and boost productivity. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss how we can help your business transition to safer, more efficient devices.
View: o accelerate business success, make everyone secure by default
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Improve Student and Parent Communication
In this interactive guide, you'll see how inclusive classroom tools from Microsoft can help you improve communication with students and parents. You'll see how to present with live captions and subtitles, hold multilingual group conversations, and provide one-on-one translation.
The Orchestration & Automation Platform Powering HPE GreenLake
In an era where efficient, streamlined IT operations can make all the difference for educational institutions, HPE Morpheus Enterprise is a game-changer. By 2027, 90% of organizations will adopt a hybrid cloud approach. Empowering you to quickly transform your on-premise infrastructure into a self-service private cloud, HPE Morpheus ensures unified governance and cost optimization. It's the unified platform designed specifically to simplify the consumption of hybrid clouds, container clusters, and infrastructure automation tools. From automating server builds to simplifying app provisioning and day-2 activities for IT, enforcing policy for security, or enabling provisioning of app environments on-demand for developers, HPE Morpheus transforms every aspect of your operations. Read this solution brief and contact us to get started on this innovative platform today!
View: The Orchestration & Automation Platform Powering HPE GreenLake
AI security and Zero Trust
AI is reshaping how organizations operate and how they must defend themselves. This eBook, "AI security and Zero Trust," shows how Zero Trust and AI work together to deliver comprehensive protection, using automation and intelligent insights to reduce risk and complexity. Download the eBook today, and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss your Zero Trust roadmap.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
2024 Sustainable Impact Report
Meeting sustainability goals can feel overwhelming to your customers without clear strategies and proof points. This executive summary, "Sustainable Impact Report," showcases HP's measurable progress, including the reuse of more than 4 billion pounds of materials in its products and packaging. The report offers practical insights into how HP supports circularity, reduces environmental impact, and empowers businesses to grow responsibly. Download the report to explore these strategies, and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss how HP solutions can support your organization's sustainability goals.
Atlas Security Operations Platform
Organizations need AI they can rely on, not tools that create more work or uncertainty. This datasheet outlines how eSentire's Agentic AI pairs 25 years of SecOps experience with AI that accelerates investigations, provides expert-validated insights, and delivers round-the-clock threat response. Download the datasheet, "Atlas Security Operations Platform," to understand how this approach helps your team stay ahead of evolving risks, and contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss how Agentic AI can support your broader security strategy.
Meet the Surface Pro - A powerful AI 2-in-1 laptop tablet
This microsite delivers a comprehensive overview of the capabilities and benefits of the Surface Pro device. Surface Pro models are equipped with high-quality PixelSense displays, deliver AI-accelerated experiences, and offer all-day battery life. They are the perfect tools to boost productivity. Further, the 10MP ultra-HD rear-facing camera enables you to capture, scan, and edit, all in one. Powered by Snapdragon® X Elite and Plus processors, the Surface Pro promises ultra-fast performance. Incorporate Surface Slim Pen to add more versatility to your Surface Pro, use it for notetaking, designing illustrations, editing videos, or navigating on the touchscreen. Contact us to learn more and order your new Surface Pro devices today!
Delivering Responsible, Scalable AI with Amazon Bedrock at Cisco | Amazon Web Services
Close the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap with Artificial Intelligence
The ability to streamline operations and manage SOCs with higher efficiency for faster, better decision making in threat detection is highlighted in this solution brief.
View: Close the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap with Artificial Intelligence
Close the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap with Artificial Intelligence
The ability to streamline operations and manage SOCs with higher efficiency for faster, better decision making in threat detection is highlighted in this solution brief.
View: Close the Cybersecurity Workforce Gap with Artificial Intelligence
Lenovo Digital Workplace Solutions — The Workplace of the future is here
Monday, December 1, 2025
St. Francis High School's decade of digital excellence with Microsoft Windows devices | Microsoft Customer Stories
St. Francis High School in Wheaton, Illinois, has revolutionized its educational approach through a decade-long digital transformation with Windows devices and Microsoft tools. Initially struggling with a traditional lab-based model and potential declining enrollment, St. Francis adopted a comprehensive Microsoft ecosystem, providing all 700 students and staff with Windows devices and integrated Microsoft 365 suite, including Teams and OneNote. The result? A unified digital ecosystem that enhanced collaboration and boosted system reliability to 99%. The school has seen an astounding 100% adoption of Teams and OneNote and earned nine consecutive years as a Microsoft Showcase School. By reading the story of St. Francis High School, you'll get insights on how Microsoft's technological solutions can amplify your educational outcomes and help prepare students for the future. Contact us today to evaluate your school's needs.
Outdated PCs put your business at risk
Outdated devices put businesses at risk, exposing them to security threats and inefficiencies. This brochure describes how Windows 11 Pro PCs deliver unmatched security and efficiency. Download now and learn how these devices provide faster workflows, easy deployments, and better app compatibility while protecting your business. Ready to integrate Windows 11 Pro into your business? Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss making the switch.
Microsoft bridges gap between identity and network access with the Microsoft Entra Suite | Microsoft Customer Stories
Traditional access tools often fail to keep up with the complexity of modern, distributed work. This customer story highlights how Microsoft Entra Suite unifies identity and network access to close security gaps and ensure consistent protection across users, devices, and apps. Read the story to see how this integrated approach reduces risk and enhances agility. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to discuss secure access solutions for your organization.
Microsoft Copilot Chat
Copilot Chat is your gateway to free, secure AI from Microsoft. With Copilot Chat, you can ask questions, brainstorm ideas, and get instant feedback on your work. Get started right away. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC for personalized guidance on all the creative ways you can use AI to transform daily work.
Microsoft Copilot Chat
Copilot Chat is your gateway to free, secure AI from Microsoft. With Copilot Chat, you can ask questions, brainstorm ideas, and get instant feedback on your work. Get started right away. Contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC for personalized guidance on all the creative ways you can use AI to transform daily work.
eSentire MDR for GenAI Visibility
Organizations rolling out Generative AI tools face a growing blind spot: a lack of visibility into who is using these applications and the risks that accompany them. This datasheet, "eSentire MDR for GenAI Visibility," outlines how to obtain metric-driven insight into your GenAI workforce and application usage so you can identify risky behaviors early and prevent business disruption. Download the datasheet to see how stronger visibility supports better protection, then contact STARLIGHT RETAIL INC to talk with an expert about strengthening your GenAI security strategy.
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