Technology Magazine September 2017 | Page 96

NEX-TECH
Corporate citizen Retaining staff may be a challenge inherent in any technology business serving a rural area , but this is where Nex-Tech ’ s dedication to community pays dividends . While there isn ’ t as large a talent pool to choose from as there would be in metro areas , the business has been fortunate enough to attract high levels of talent , often due to its close relationship with Fort Hays State University .
“ They have a good program for computer sciences , and that ’ s been an opportunity for us to bring some of their students on in a part-time capacity ,” Todd explains . “ So they get an income throughout college , and at the same time they ’ re learning some real life skills . In some cases , that results in us being able to offer them a full-time position once they get their degree , so that ’ s worked out nicely .”
Nex-Tech also involves itself in other community development programs to help local high schools with scholarships and internships , beyond the relationship with Fort Hays State University , by offering young people a stepping stone to Next-Tech here for you
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Nex-Tech ’ s Network Operations Center technicians manage and monitor your network by providing the level of expertise necessary to assure network stability .