Our clients look to us to provide strategic planning, IT infrastructure, and software and hardware consulting. These services help our clients plan and prepare for their future growth. Our wide array of service offerings allow us to provide complete IT solutions that satisfy the diverse needs of our clients.
With over 28 years in the IT business, the quotes below will give you an idea of the quality of the work we do.
February 21st, 2012
By: Allen Highnote
Published: August 18, 2011
One of our current projects is to install a large Microsoft Windows 2008 Enterprise network for a local company in Long Beach, CA. This network consists of two (2) Windows 2008 Domain Controllers, a Windows 2008 Enterprise Virtual Machine Host, four (4) Windows 2008 Enterprise Virtual Servers, a Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Standard, a Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 , a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Enterprise, and a Microsoft Web Server 2008. The network also has three (3) additional Linux web servers, several firewalls, routers, switches, and wireless access points.
This network is used for creating, sharing, and storing millions of documents, files, and emails. It also hosts this company’s line of business application. They rely heavily on this application to be accessible in order that they may carry out their business operations. Also, this company hosts numerous websites with Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) and Linux Apache web server.
If you would like help with your network, contact us via email or give us a call at (562) 283-5400.
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January 3rd, 2011
NoteworthyIT was hired to provide its professional assistance in moving our computer network following our move to share offices with another law firm. In the process we moved from one downtown Los Angeles high-rise to a larger office in another downtown high-rise. NoteworthyIT was responsible for setting up our Network Infrastructure at the new new location, moving the existing hardware to the new offices, integrating new workstations into the network, and making sure the network was functioning properly. NoteworthyIT provided the results we were looking for and needed, and made sure we were 100% satisfied. Allen and Nathan’s extra efforts insured a smooth move into the new offices.
- B.T.
@ a downtown LA law firm
NoteworthyIT‘s work consisted of:
wiring, router installation, server setup, workstation setup, and workstation additions
Tags: Network Services, networking, Windows networking
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December 17th, 2010
Client: Large International Manufacturer of Consumer Electronics
Project
The client was running on an enormous, proprietary computer system (super-mini-computer) with an antiquated database that required a massive amount of electricity and air-conditioning. To make matters more difficult the company that sold them the hardware and software had gone out of business many years previous. Our client needed a faster computer system with more disk space for larger amounts of data. Additionally, they needed software and hardware that was capable of doing business over the internet.
Solution
The client replaced their existing hardware and database with a new, efficient Dell PowerEdge server running jBASE on top of the Linux OS. The PowerEdge requires about 1/10th the power that their old super-mini-computer consumed. 
Additionally, it provides the speed and inexpensive disk space required for future growth of their business. The upgrade path for the PowerEdge was significantly cheaper than their previous hardware. Red Hat Linux was chosen for its performance, stability, and security. Moving to Linux meant that they would not be tied to their old, costly, proprietary hardware. jBASE was chosen to run their business applications because of its superior performance and ease of conversion. 
Our job was to re-host the business application source code by converting portions of the code to run efficiently on jBASE. The re-hosting project included “cleaning up” the source code files and implementing stronger source code control. We analyzed over 6000 programs, removed duplicates and consolidated them into just over 2000 unique programs.
Results
Once the port was complete and the new system was up and running, the client was able to better maintain their business application and begin their eBusiness projects. Eliminating the unused programs from the port project not only saves disk space, it gives the programming staff an uncluttered development environment for better source code control. The IT staff saves time and the client saves money. Now each developer has his or her own development space. When a developer completes a programming project, the software is moved to another location for quality control testing and approval. 
When the software is approved by the user and management team, the programs are moved into production. This method of keeping the development, testing, and production spaces separate, keeps the business application development environment manageable.
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For almost 30 years NoteworthyIT has been providing businesses with hardware and software solutions that solve critical business problems. Each business has its own unique dilemma and NoteworthyIT is able to create customize services and solutions that bring our clients desired results. For more information, visit our website at http://www.NoteworthyIT.com or call 562-421-6121. We recognize all third party copyrights contained within. Images are for illustrative purposes only.
Tags: Database Migration, Dell PowerEdge, eBusiness, Hardware Upgrade, jBASE, Linux, Pick, Red Hat Linux
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December 16th, 2010
Client: Manufacturer of Capacitors and Electronic Components
Project
For more than 40 years, a manufacturer of capacitors, RC networks, and transformers has been providing quality products and services to their customers. Our client purchased a smaller electronic parts manufacturer. Their historical information needed to be integrated into our client’s existing business application. The major hurdle for this project was that both computer systems were old and proprietary closed systems. Neither system was Windows nor UNIX based!
Solution
The small manufacturer that our client purchased ran an antiquated computer system and the backup media was not compatible with our client’s system. To make matters more challenging, there was no Ethernet connectivity, only serial connectivity, and the two computers were on opposite coasts (Pacific and Atlantic).
In order to transfer the data from the old, proprietary system to our client we wrote software that transmitted the data over telephone lines using a modem on each end. The data was first converted into structured XML and then transmitted over the phone lines. Included in the data was a checksum that was used to determine if the data arrived without error. If the checksum didn’t match the data received, the data was retransmitted. After the data was verified as being correct it was then inserted into our customer’s database. Although the process was slow and the technology was outdated, it was the most efficient and cost effective way of incorporating the data into our client’s database.
Results
Transferring the data via modem, while difficult, was significantly faster and cheaper than having the data re-entered manually through the existing data entry screens. Additionally, our solution eliminated all potential errors in a data entry process. Now that the data from the small manufacturer has been restructured and integrated into our client’s database and they have access to the smaller manufacturer’s customer base as well as the ability to sell an entirely new product line all from within their existing sales order software.
Tags: Case Study, Manufacturing, Pick Programming, Software Development, XML
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December 16th, 2010
Client: National Distributor of Industrial Fasteners
Project
A leading distributor of aerospace and electronic fasteners had a computer network covering four states: California, Missouri, Arizona, and Massachusetts. Due to neglect this network had numerous problems including: No functioning virus protection; none of their users had their own email account; most did not have internet access; and many users were missing important desktop applications.
Solution
First and foremost, their network needed virus protection. Secondly, users needed internet access and email accounts. Our client selected Watchdog as their virus protection. When a user attempts to access the internet, their SonicWALL firewall instantly checks if the desktop has Watchdog installed. If Watchdog is installed on the end user’s computer, internet access is granted. If not, the SonicWALL denies access until Watchdog is installed. Below is a list of some of projects we completed in order to give each user internet access and email accounts.
- Adding a minimum of 512 megabytes and in some cases 1gigabytes of RAM to every PC.
- Removal of out-of-date, non-functioning, Trend Micro anti-virus software that had been abandoned for almost a year.
- Installation of Windows Service Pack 3 and numerous automatic updates on all desktops.
- Removal of all desktops from the Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) server which was doing nothing but slowing their network down.
- Grant access to the internet for all computers.
- Installation of over 100 Windows Server automatic updates.
- Add all computers to the domain by adding them to Active Directory and giving each user their own unique login id and email account.
- Installation of desktop applications on numerous workstations.
- Installation of Watchdog on each desktop computer.
Results
Today it is a requirement that all employees have internet access and email. We work and communicate differently that we did 10 years ago. Once their network was protected their employees could safely go about using today’s technology without fear of being infected with viruses. By giving their employees better, more modern tools to perform their jobs, our client is better able to communicate more effectively with their customers. This has brought about higher customer satisfaction and higher sales.
Tags: Active Directory, Hardware Services, Hardware Solutions, ISA Server, MPLS, multi-state network, Network Management, Network Services, networking, Windows Server
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November 29th, 2010
“I have worked for Allen on a number of projects and occasions for more than 10 years. As a client and employer, he is both easy going and professional. Allen will ensure a comfortable working environment whether you do the work from your office, his office, or at one of his clients sites. He is dependable and follows through on promises. In addition to being an outstanding project manager, he has excellent technology skills. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge in a variety of industries that enables him to help businesses solve their computing needs. Working with Allen at client sites I can confidently say that he has a great rapport with everybody he works with. I highly recommend Allen. If he can’t help you he can find somebody that can.”
- P.O.
Obrite Communications
Tags: Consulting, Distribution, Insurance, Manufacturing, Pick Programming, Project Management, Project Manager, SDLC, Software Development
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November 29th, 2010
“I was a consultant with Allen’s company, Noteworthy Information Technology, about 10 years ago and have continued to help Allen periodically through the years. Allen is unlike anyone I’ve ever worked for. By that I mean, Allen has great instincts when making decisions regarding the direction and focus of his company. A good example would be when Allen hired me after two phone interviews when I was living in Illinois and he was in California. He trusted his own judgment enough to hire me in a telecommuting situation knowing that doing so might cause some problems unique to someone working remotely. Allen has great technical and customer service skills and is able to communicate effectively with both technical and business types. He has the ability to put others at ease during stressful situations and customers and his employees trust him completely. Any company searching for a trustworthy, reliable, energetic, and creative person for anything related to IT, Allen and Noteworthy IT would be a great place to start.”
- J. M
former NoteworthyIT employee
Tags: Integrity, Software Development
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November 29th, 2010
“I knew about Allen’s technical capabilities from when we worked together at Sequoia, so when we had the opportunity to add Allen to our technical staff at TRG, we jumped at it. Allen did an excellent job for us on many client projects. Allen is extremely knowledgeable on web and integration technologies. I’ve known Allen for many years and have no problem on recommending him for technical projects.”
- J. W.
Technical Resource Group
& Sequoia Systems
Tags: Distribution, InfoFlo, Manufacturing, Pick Programming, Softare Integration, Software Development
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November 29th, 2010
“It was a pleasure to work with Allen. His energy and passion for how to help customers are unbeatable. Allen has a creative mind and is always researching new ways on how technology can help customers to solve their business problems in more efficient ways. Great professional to have in any technology team. Allen is able to see the big picture while at the same time can focus on specific details. Great professional that I recommend”
- S. C.
Sequoia Systems
Tags: ODBC, Pick Programming, Project Lead, Sequoia Systems, Software Development
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November 29th, 2010
“He has taken over a complex telephone billing system within a short period of time. Allen is a hard worker and able to meet critical deadlines.”
- E. K
University of Southern California
Tags: Accounting Software, Oracle, Software Development, SQL, Telecommunications, Telecommunications Billing
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November 29th, 2010
“I frequently rely on him for technical assistance in both hardware and software operations.” “He is self-directed, resourceful and creative toward solving any computer problem that is brought to him.”
- K. M.
University of Southern California
Tags: Accounting Software Development, hardware configuration, help desk, Pick Programming, Software Development
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November 28th, 2010
“I run a small health care clinic and Allen maintains my office computer system. When computer issues arise, his flexibility and accessibility on short notice helps keep my office running smoothly and efficiently. He is great at seeing a problem through.
I would highly recommend Allen Highnote for computer implementation and support.”
- Dr. M. C.
Owner of a Long Beach Health Care clinic
Tags: Health Care, Healthcare, Network Maintenance, Network Management, networking, Windows 2003 SBS, Windows Server
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November 28th, 2010
“I have been very impressed with Allen’s thoroughness in completing tasks. He works very hard to create systems that are easy to understand and well documented. … Allen is very conscientious about seeing jobs through to their completion.”
- S. C.
University of Southern California
Tags: Facilities Management, Facilities Management Software Development, Pick Programming, Prime Information, Software Development, University, USC
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November 28th, 2010
Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity
“Allen worked with us as an independent contractor on a project for one of our most challenging and demanding customers. Thru a highly professional interface with the customer, Allen acquired a clear understanding of the business environment and the functional requirements of the project and transformed those into well-designed, coded and tested software that fully met the customer’s needs. I would gladly hire Allen again for any project that demanded a highly qualified and professional IT consultant that could take a project successfully from its inception to its conclusion.”
- H. David Taylor
Sysmark Information Systems
Tags: Accounting, Inventory Control, mvBase Programming, Pick Programming, SDLC, Software Development
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November 28th, 2010
“… made a big difference in the smoothness of our operation.”
- R. S.
University of Southern California
Tags: Facilities, Facilities Management, Facilities Management Software Development, University, USC
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November 28th, 2010
“… extremely knowledgeable in every aspect of our many systems…I have never known him to miss a deadline.”
- P.F.
University of Southern California
Tags: Accounting, Accounting Software Development, Facilities Management, Software Development, University, USC
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November 28th, 2010
… contributions were critical to the success of the system.
- C.B. & G.L.
Owners, The Systems Shop
Tags: Banking Software Development, Programming, Software Development
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