When your company name is Zunesis (pronounced – zoo-knee-sis) you can count on being asked two questions on a regular basis; “how do you pronounce that?” and “how did you come up with THAT for a company name?” Truth is, I’ve always welcomed that last question because it gives me an opportunity to talk about our beginning and our journey as a company. In fact, one of our Account Managers suggested we post this as a BLOG because he gets asked these questions so often. So, here goes…
 

The Journey

 
The journey began for us in 2004. At that time there were eight of us who represented the Rocky Mountain Region of a worldwide computer and electronic components distributor. We had one Operations person at the time and the rest of us were equally divided between Technical and Sales roles. We all worked well together. Life was good. However, because of changes on the horizon with the distributor organization, our current CEO proposed the idea of starting our own company. Of course, we all shared the normal concerns one could imagine when contemplating leaving a relatively secure environment and taking on the risk of starting your own thing. But, the vote for starting our own company was unanimous.
 
There are all kinds of tasks associated with establishing a business and, of course, one of those is figuring out what the company name is going to be. To that end, each of us was asked to put some thought into possible names and come back to the team with ideas. I honestly don’t remember what any of the other names were, including the one I suggested. It was our Network Engineer at the time who came back with Zunesis. And, after he explained how he came to this name, we were all on board.
 
The name is based on a Greek word, “Sunesis”. If you get on your browser and search this word you’ll find a few different definitions. You’ll see definitions like “a running together”, “a flowing together with…”, “knowledge”, “understanding”, you get the idea. The definition we apply to our company name is:
 

“multiple sources of knowledge and understanding flowing together

to create something greater than the sum of the parts.”

 
We believe the name Zunesis reflects a spirit of team work and synergy with our clients, our suppliers and employees. So, you may be thinking, “alright, but why the “Z”? Well, at the time, if you Googled Zunesis, we were the only reference that would come back. I just Googled the name while writing this post and we are STILL the only reference that pops up.
 

Our Logo

 
As an aside, have you ever looked closely at our logo? When you do, you’ll see that it is a Zebra. And, on even closer examination, you’ll notice that one of the stripes is Blue. The Zebra’s single blue stripe demonstrates that the answers to our customer’s IT challenges are not always black and white. We at Zunesis offer more than a product. We are here to teach, facilitate, validate, and guide our clients toward the optimum solution for their business. Zunesis understands that every IT solution is unique, just like our zebra.
 
So, now you know the meaning behind our name AND, even though you didn’t ask, you have the story behind our logo too.

When your company name is Zunesis (pronounced – zoo-knee-sis) you can count on being asked two questions on a regular basis; “how do you pronounce that?” and “how did you come up with THAT for a company name?” Truth is, I’ve always welcomed that last question because it gives me an opportunity to talk about our beginning and our journey as a company. In fact, one of our Account Managers suggested we post this as a BLOG because he gets asked these questions so often. So, here goes…

 

The Journey

 

The journey began for us in 2004. At that time there were eight of us who represented the Rocky Mountain Region of a worldwide computer and electronic components distributor. We had one Operations person at the time and the rest of us were equally divided between Technical and Sales roles. We all worked well together. Life was good. However, because of changes on the horizon with the distributor organization, our current CEO proposed the idea of starting our own company. Of course, we all shared the normal concerns one could imagine when contemplating leaving a relatively secure environment and taking on the risk of starting your own thing. But, the vote for starting our own company was unanimous.

 

There are all kinds of tasks associated with establishing a business and, of course, one of those is figuring out what the company name is going to be. To that end, each of us was asked to put some thought into possible names and come back to the team with ideas. I honestly don’t remember what any of the other names were, including the one I suggested. It was our Network Engineer at the time who came back with Zunesis. And, after he explained how he came to this name, we were all on board.

 

The name is based on a Greek word, “Sunesis”. If you get on your browser and search this word you’ll find a few different definitions. You’ll see definitions like “a running together”, “a flowing together with…”, “knowledge”, “understanding”, you get the idea. The definition we apply to our company name is:

 

“multiple sources of knowledge and understanding flowing together

to create something greater than the sum of the parts.”

 

We believe the name Zunesis reflects a spirit of team work and synergy with our clients, our suppliers and employees. So, you may be thinking, “alright, but why the “Z”? Well, at the time, if you Googled Zunesis, we were the only reference that would come back. I just Googled the name while writing this post and we are STILL the only reference that pops up.

 

Our Logo

 

As an aside, have you ever looked closely at our logo? When you do, you’ll see that it is a Zebra. And, on even closer examination, you’ll notice that one of the stripes is Blue. The Zebra’s single blue stripe demonstrates that the answers to our customer’s IT challenges are not always black and white. We at Zunesis offer more than a product. We are here to teach, facilitate, validate, and guide our clients toward the optimum solution for their business. Zunesis understands that every IT solution is unique, just like our zebra.

 

So, now you know the meaning behind our name AND, even though you didn’t ask, you have the story behind our logo too.

As the CEO of Zunesis, I am fond of saying “get beyond talking and PowerPoint slides and find some way to take action”.  Everyone can talk a good game, but far fewer can actual design and implement successful IT solutions on-time and within budget.  I feel like customers are tired of watching our lips flap and instead want IT Solution Providers to show them actual tangible value.  It seems that all customers are from Missouri these days “the show me state”.

 

In 2015, Zunesis made the decision to invest heavily in a Technology Lab so we could show our clients and prospects actual infrastructure solutions, software solutions and management platforms.  The ability to show technology working, instead of just talking about it, has been a big benefit to our clients.  Building out a professional technology lab has been expensive, but the rewards stretch beyond just show and tell.  The Lab has also proven beneficial to our Solution Architects who constantly use the Zunesis Lab to hone their skills on newer technology and test specific upgrade paths for software.  The IT world is always changing and we want to make sure that we have tested specific technology and integration paths before we recommend them and before we go on site for an implementation.

 

 

 

 

Zunesis has been a Platinum Partner with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) for 13+ years.  As a result, most of the technology in our lab is HPE.  Today we have 3 different 3Par Storage Arrays, a Nimble Array, a C7000 Chassis that includes a variety of HPE Servers (Generation 7, 8 and 9) and OneView for overall systems management.  The Lab has several Brocade Fibre Channel Switches and Moonshot servers.  Within the Lab, we run VMware and Veeam software and have connections to the Microsoft Cloud – Azure.  In the coming months, we will be installing new technology in the Lab including:

 

• Simplivity 2 node
• HPE Gen10 servers
• Aruba switches top of rack
• Extreme network top of rack switches

 

In the not too distant future, we will replace the C7000 Chassis with an HPE Synergy frame.

 

Our plans are to continue to invest in our Lab so we can show clients and prospects the actual technology, instead of just talking about it.  Furthermore, the Lab is another way we can invest in the on-going technical training and proficiency of our Solution Architects at Zunesis.  If you would ever like to stop by for a technology demonstration or just to talk about what you are trying to accomplish in your business, Contact us and would be happy to have you come by for a visit.

 

 

From the wise words of Vanilla Ice, “If you got a problem, yo I’ll solve it.” Zunesis wants to help solve your IT problems for your business. Zunesis offers for all new clients an opportunity to work one-on-one with one of our Solutions Architects on a focused effort at NO COST. This is our Customer Connect Program. We hope to give you the opportunity to see what it’s like to work with Zunesis and provide real value to your company.

 

So how does our program work?

 

STOP

 

Take the time to choose a part of your IT infrastructure where you may need help. Do you need to assess a best practice compliance? Scope a project? Review an application or data availability? Or troubleshoot a problem? Zunesis is here to help with any area where you may need some extra help.

 

We cover the following Competencies:

• Microsoft (AD, Exchange, O365)
• Virtualization (VMWare, Hyper-V_
• Backup/Recovery
• Business Continuity/ Disaster Recovery
• HPE ISS
• Data Storage
• Networking

 

 

COLLABORATE

 

After you provide Zunesis with the area you want us to focus on, our team of experienced solution architects will set up a consultation time with you and your company to discuss and analyze your current setup. At Zunesis, we have a history of building long term partnerships with our clients. We invest in our clients by working to understand each client’s environment and the unique challenges their businesses present.

 

You may ask, why collaborate with another company when we can figure it out on our own? A recent post from the website the balance gave some reasons why collaborations can help grow your business.

 

1. It Can Inspire You: Sometimes you may get lost in your day-to-day operations and forget that there could be a better way to do something, different tools you can use or different techniques you may want to utilize. Communicating with someone from the outside, may allow you to look at things differently.
2. Helps Grow your Network: In IT, we all can use some help finding resources out there that we can trust. Zunesis is partners with many vendors in the industry including HPE, Microsoft, Veeam, Zerto and many others. We can introduce your company to the contacts they may need for future projects.
3. Education: As the saying goes, knowledge is power. At Zunesis, we keep up with the latest certifications and trends in the market and can keep you informed on how your company can integrate that latest developments in your infrastructure.
4. Save Money: As a small company, we understand the need to save money. We will look for solutions that will save you money for the long term as well as the short term. We are also offering our Customer Connect program to you at no cost. You are getting the advice from seasoned professionals without the charge of consulting fees.
5. Solves Problems: The harder the problem is, the more you can benefit from outside help. When you add new viewpoints and experience to the mix, the end result may end up solving more problems then you expected.

 

LISTEN

 

After our consulting session with you, we will schedule a one hour follow-up meeting to review our findings and provide recommendations.

 

You will receive documentation that you can keep for your own use. Its a great tool to possibly show your upper management that you are on top of the needs of your business and have solutions to resolve any of these issues. Don’t worry, you can take all the credit!

 

 

Contact Zunesis today to find out how we can solve your problem this year!

 

From the wise words of Vanilla Ice, “If you got a problem, yo I’ll solve it.” Zunesis wants to help solve your IT problems for your business. Zunesis offers for all new clients an opportunity to work one-on-one with one of our Solutions Architects on a focused effort at NO COST. This is our Customer Connect Program. We hope to give you the opportunity to see what it’s like to work with Zunesis and provide real value to your company.
 
So how does our program work?
 

STOP

 

Take the time to choose a part of your IT infrastructure where you may need help. Do you need to assess a best practice compliance? Scope a project? Review an application or data availability? Or troubleshoot a problem? Zunesis is here to help with any area where you may need some extra help.
 
We cover the following Competencies:

• Microsoft (AD, Exchange, O365)
• Virtualization (VMWare, Hyper-V_
• Backup/Recovery
• Business Continuity/ Disaster Recovery
• HPE ISS
• Data Storage
• Networking

 
 

COLLABORATE

 
After you provide Zunesis with the area you want us to focus on, our team of experienced solution architects will set up a consultation time with you and your company to discuss and analyze your current setup. At Zunesis, we have a history of building long term partnerships with our clients. We invest in our clients by working to understand each client’s environment and the unique challenges their businesses present.
 
You may ask, why collaborate with another company when we can figure it out on our own? A recent post from the website the balance gave some reasons why collaborations can help grow your business.
 

1. It Can Inspire You: Sometimes you may get lost in your day-to-day operations and forget that there could be a better way to do something, different tools you can use or different techniques you may want to utilize. Communicating with someone from the outside, may allow you to look at things differently.
2. Helps Grow your Network: In IT, we all can use some help finding resources out there that we can trust. Zunesis is partners with many vendors in the industry including HPE, Microsoft, Veeam, Zerto and many others. We can introduce your company to the contacts they may need for future projects.
3. Education: As the saying goes, knowledge is power. At Zunesis, we keep up with the latest certifications and trends in the market and can keep you informed on how your company can integrate that latest developments in your infrastructure.
4. Save Money: As a small company, we understand the need to save money. We will look for solutions that will save you money for the long term as well as the short term. We are also offering our Customer Connect program to you at no cost. You are getting the advice from seasoned professionals without the charge of consulting fees.
5. Solves Problems: The harder the problem is, the more you can benefit from outside help. When you add new viewpoints and experience to the mix, the end result may end up solving more problems then you expected.

 

LISTEN

 
After our consulting session with you, we will schedule a one hour follow-up meeting to review our findings and provide recommendations.
 
You will receive documentation that you can keep for your own use. Its a great tool to possibly show your upper management that you are on top of the needs of your business and have solutions to resolve any of these issues. Don’t worry, you can take all the credit!
 
 
Contact Zunesis today to find out how we can solve your problem this year!