The Experts Conference 2010

Quest Software, Inc., a global enterprise systems management company, held the ninth annual The Experts Conference (TEC) 2010 at the JW Marriot in Los Angeles on April 25-28. For the fourth consecutive year SmartSource Rentals provided high-end computer/IT support & Audio Visual Staging for this industry leading conference.

TEC is an advanced training event focused on advancing the skills of some of the most experienced users of specific Microsoft® Technologies. Formerly known as the Directory Experts Conference (DEC), TEC was rebranded in 2009 and this year’s conference included Microsoft Sharepoint® Technologies for the first time. As you might imagine, a conference of this caliber requires a high level of computer/IT support to make sure everything runs smoothly. SmartSource Rentals was a natural choice to provide this kind of high level service, as well as the audio visual staging solutions required throughout the event. Some of the technology rental solutions provided at the Quest Software TEC 2010 included:

• Over 60 Workshop Computers & Servers
• 20 LCD Monitors for a Solutions Lab
• Full Service AV for 3 concurrent General Sessions & 8 Breakout Sessions
• FSR Compass High Resolutions Seamless Switchers
• LCD Projectors
• LED Lighting
• Meyer Sound & over 22 Shure Wireless Mics

All the high-end computer/IT support, audio visual staging  & professional support provided by SmartSource surrounding the TEC event allowed the conference to run smoothly and without a hitch. This high level of services surrounding all the technology rental solutions provided by SmartSource nationwide has come to be expected by all our major clients, and is a source of pride within the company.

SmartSource is proud to work with Quest Software, Inc., a leading enterprise systems management company, at an event such as TEC, as well as other events. As a result of this long-standing relationship and our mutual commitment to excellent service, SmartSource will be providing a 2×2 Orion Seamless Plasma Video Wall for the Quest Software Booth at the upcoming Microsoft® TechEd North America 2010 event,  June 7-10 in New Orleans, LA.

Learn more about Quest Software, Inc., a leading enterprise systems management vendor, on their website

Contact SmartSource Rentals Nationwide at 800.888.8686 to see what technology rentals solutions we have to offer your company, or submit a rental quote request online.

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2010 CASE/NAIS Independent Schools Conference

This past January, the 2010 CASE/NAIS Independent Schools Conference celebrated 40 years of bringing together independent schools professionals to meet, exchange ideas, review best practices and discuss advancements for the future. The keynote speaker was John Replogle, CEO and President of Burt’s Bees, Inc. who touched on sustainability and responsible leadership. This event was held at the New York Marriott Marquis January 24-26th, 2010.

SmartSource Rentals provided full service Audio Visual staging & scenic design for a general session of 1,100 people and AV support for nine different breakout rooms. SmartSource was excited to be chosen to provide the audio visual for this 40th Anniversary event and was able to deliver an amazing experience for all attendees.

Some of the technology featured at the event included:

• Christie Digital Projection
• Meyer Sound Reinforcement
• LED Color Blocks for projecting onto lycra “scenic sails”
• Over 35 Shure UHF Wireless Microphones

Since the New York Marriot Marquis Hotel is located in the heart of Times Square there was some extensive RF coordination and management involved. The lighting on the Lycra Sails provided a stunning dramatic backdrop for the general session, helping add to the overall success of the event.

You can visit the CASE website for more information on the Council for the Advancement & Support of Education as well as the New York Marriot Marquis website for more information on the venue.

Visit SmartSource Rentals online get a quote on Audio Visual, Staging & Lighting Services for your New York event.

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SmartSource Delivers at ING New York City Marathon

World Class Athletes flock to New York every year to compete in one of the world’s greatest road races - The ING New York City Marathon. Over 100,000 applicants apply every year to compete for some of the $600,000 in prize money and a chance to participate in an event watched by over 315 million worldwide TV viewers. This 26.2 mile event spans across all five of New York City’s boroughs before finishing up in Central Park.

SmartSource has played a role in the past ten marathons and this year provided extensive technological and logistical support in both Audio Visual and IT Infrastructure including:

• Set up of 11 custom build entertainment stages with sounds systems

• IT Equipment & Services supporting the Marathon Tradeshow, press & staff offices, medical tents and race operations.

• On site 24/7 support ensuring everything remained functional for the duration of the event.

• Set up of 14 Runner Corrals at the Start including 90 speakers.

SmartSource Rentals is able to pull from  deep pool of experienced  sound,  staging and AV technicians, project managers, IT professionals, and Account Executives in order to deliver world class service to world class events such as the ING New York City Marathon. In addition to skilled professionals, SmartSource Rentals was is also able to utilize it’s enormous inventory of company owned equipment and delivery trucks. The combination of experienced employees, professional AV, Staging, and IT Equipment, and a fleet of company vehicles is a major reason why businesses all over the nation choose SmartSource Rentals when organizing large scale events.

View the SmartSource Rentals ING New York City Marathon Press Release

View a Photo Slideshow with details on the Sound & Staging Equipment

Visit the New York Road Runners website

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