Monday, January 30, 2023

Intro to Absolute Secure Access


Ensure secure remote access, without sacrificing on experience. Absolute provides resilient network connectivity for users to securely access critical resources in the public cloud, private data centers, and on-premises.

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax

Friday, January 27, 2023

Audio Visual Technician

Job Description:
Position is responsible for assisting AV projects. Ideal candidate is well versed in Audio Visual equipment and its installation to include interactive boards, projectors and displays. Excellent customer service skills required. Ideal candidate should be familiar with Crestron control systems as well as Zoom, Teams, Rooms and Extron platforms. Knowledgeable of various mounting approaches, whether ceiling, wall, or column mounted is a plus.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for daily project update with hours worked, mileage driven and any job specific information that may affect the project’s original completion requirements.
  • Responsible for all project documentation including markup drawings for as built documentation, commissioning report, and close out documentation.
  • Required to complete assignments in a timely manner.
  • Ability to manage projects and provide daily field reports to the Project Manager with drawings of each project.
  • Basic understanding of AV installation, construction techniques and structured cabling.
  • Knowledge of low voltage cabling is required.
  • Proficiency with hand/power tools, low voltage wiring, trim-out and installation of wall and ceiling mounts.
  • Experience with test equipment required for commissioning.
  • Ability to work under pressure within specified deadlines.
  • Excellent organizational skills and the desire to work for a professional company.
  • Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
  • Basic knowledge and physical experience with installation including projection screens, display mounts, ceiling speakers, wired microphones and equipment racks.
  • Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times.
  • At least 2 years’ experience installing complex Audio Video Systems.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Flexibility to travel or work overtime as necessary.
Education
Minimum High School Diploma or GED

About HCGi
HCGi Hartford (HCGi) is an employee-owned, privately held IT integrator celebrating 24-years in business in the Mid-Atlantic region.

With headquarters in Columbia, Maryland, HCGi has deep roots in the state with many Maryland state agencies, leading school districts and universities as clients. Our Operations Center, based in Chicago, serves as our primary order fulfillment and customer service center. HCGI represents over 200 hardware and software manufacturers. We hold high-end certifications from Crestron, Dell, HP, HPE, Google, Lenovo, NetApp, and VMWare. Our dedicated account managers are empowered to do whatever it takes to satisfy our customers, as we highly value our long-term customer relationships.

HCGi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Job Type: Salary plus benefits

Salary: Starting at $40,000

Please forward resume and cover letter by e-mail to (no calls or agencies please): HR@HCGI.COM

#WeGetIT

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Public Safety Solutions

Technology has become an integral part of public safety services. Whether your agency is researching and installing new technology, or refreshing existing assets, HCGi is here to help. We implement some of the most advanced public safety solutions for clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Our professionalism and attention to detail make HCGi the premier choice for all of your public safety needs.

We bring best-in-breed solutions to the table for you, assist in the technical evaluation process, and then help you make the most informed decision possible based upon the unique needs and requirements of your environment. We pride ourselves on being an agnostic solution provider, and we offer each client a clear picture of the competitive landscape as they engage in picking a technology. HCGi acts as your trusted advisor throughout the process.

Once you've settled on a solution, our experienced project managers will properly plan, staff, and execute your project on your timeline.

Contact our team of professionals today to schedule a review of your next public safety project.

At HCGi, We get IT.

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax


Saturday, January 21, 2023

Engineering is Everything at Crestron


Crestron is a place where ideas become innovations. A place where how the world lives, and works are reimagined and improved upon every day. From the very beginning, we have been driven by curiosity and are constantly working on innovating new products that will help people and companies around the world. While we do not know where the future will take us, we do know that innovation will fuel the journey that lies ahead.

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax

Wednesday, January 18, 2023

Presentation Systems

From Huddle Rooms, Classrooms, Conference Rooms and Auditoriums, HCGI has the complete Solution for you. We will visit your company for an on-site survey and follow up with an itemized proposal and drawing.  We have provided this service to institutions such as Johns Hopkins University, University of Maryland College Park, the State of Maryland, Delaware State University, Loyola Blakefield, just to name a few.

Projectors and Displays

Our Projector Premier Partner is Epson that offers the finest, most affordable projectors. Through Epson’s Brighter Futures program you get the opportunity to make the most of your technology budget. Epson products deliver low cost of ownership, high performance, and reliability, plus the features and functions that you need most to support teaching and learning in the classroom, the computer lab, the auditorium and anywhere students and educators engage in instruction.

The Epson Brighter Futures program is available for all K-12 and Higher Education institutions and educators through HCGi. There are no purchasing requirements or minimums. the only requirement is to work with HCGI’s Authorized Brighter Futures representative.  For Displays, we provide the leading manufacturers such as Samsung, Sharp, Vizio, and LG. 

For Interactive Collaboration needs, HCGi offers The Infocus Mondopad, Sharp Interactive displays, Epson Brightlink, and the Cisco Spark series. We can install many ranges of size, price, connectivity, and wireless capabilities.

We also offer Control Systems such as Extron, Crestron, and Kramer. HCGi will customize your proposal to include the best control system for your needs and budget.  All systems can be tailored to work with your existing Video Teleconferencing Solution or we can recommend a replacement.

HCGI’s experienced team of experts have implemented both small and large-scale network video solutions for clients in the K-12, Higher Education, Financial, Healthcare, and Commercial business industries.

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax


Sunday, January 15, 2023

Enterprise Deployment Services


HCGI offers volume discounts on a wide range of products including all computers and printers. Customers that want to standardize on specific models of a manufacturers computer, can enjoy significant cost savings for any project.  Whether you plan to buy many computers at once or deploy smaller amounts over an extended period, we can help.

Many customers evaluate multiple options before selecting the technology they plan to purchase. After the specific model has been selected, the manufacturer may discontinue that unit before you can buy all the product you need. HCGI works closely with the customer and manufacturer to guarantee the lifespan of a particular model computer so that it can be deployed over time throughout your enterprise.

IT Complexities Eliminated

IT organizations often support mobile workers, distributed locations, and complex environments while adhering to rigorous governance and compliance with full accountability.

As infrastructure becomes more complex, business demands increase and the sophistication of end users expands; IT departments often find it challenging to sustain the rate of change and associated cost controls. Projections of continued shortages in skilled IT labor and adoption of new and potentially disruptive technologies have prompted IT leaders to partner with HCGI to offset risk and assume responsibility for managing their asset fleet.

Whether your organization is installing new technology or redeploying existing assets, HCGI can help. Our experienced project professionals and nationwide resources will properly plan, staff, and execute any project regardless of the complexity. After we have executed on our plan, HCGI will define a repeatable process to complete the project.

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax


Thursday, January 12, 2023

Digital Bytes - Turning up the Volume on Capacity Management in Pure1


Check out how Pure1 provides even more granular capacity management of your Pure Storage Appliances with the new volume capacity management features.
Watch this episode to learn more!

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax

Monday, January 9, 2023

Contact Us


HCGI Hartford
(formerly Hartford Computer Group, Inc,)

CORPORATE HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax

ILLINOIS National Support Center
Chicago Office
735 McArdle Drive, Suite B
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
815-893-6782 Phone
815-526-3148 Fax

MARYLAND
Mid-Atlantic Training Center
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax

INVOICE REMIT To Address:
HCGI
P. O. Box 824607
Philadelphia, PA 19182

Friday, January 6, 2023

Join Our Team!

Technology Leader in Education, Government & Healthcare

Audio Visual Technician

Customer Service Representative

Inside Sales

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax


Tuesday, January 3, 2023

Wireless Conferencing Solutions: Crestron AirMedia®


Join Sam Kennedy, Sr. Director, Product Marketing, as he shares the latest features of AirMedia® wireless presentation and conferencing systems through a live demo. See how the latest generation AirMedia® wireless presentation and conferencing systems can transform any space into a high-quality conference space with ease. 

Corporate HQ
5560 Sterrett Place, Suite 100
Columbia, MD 21044
410-202-8042 Phone
443-244-4777 Fax