Entries by Ed

How to Review Your IT Needs in the New Year

The New Year is always a great time for business owners to assess their IT needs. It’s the period where they upgrade, revamp, or realign their IT resources. The process can be daunting, but with the help of experts, business owners can successfully review their IT needs. Assessing the IT budget The New Year marks […]

How to Tell If the Cloud is Right for Your Business

Many businesses shy away from the cloud, thinking that it’s mired with threats. But if you use it properly, the cloud can boost your organization’s security and productivity. You just have to know how to make the cloud work for you and your employees. If you’re at a loss, we discuss how the cloud works […]

How to Tell When it’s Time to Lose Your IT Provider

Your IT provider should make your operations more straightforward. But what if they do the opposite? Knowing when you should ditch an IT partner can be difficult. Most organizations stick to substandard services because they are afraid of change. While it’s true that re-hiring an IT provider is a tedious process, it’s for the best […]

Ignoring Your IT Problems Won’t Make Them Disappear

Many business owners are guilty of putting off IT problems hoping that they resolve on their own. Although the problem may not have a significant impact for some time, it can suddenly destroy operations. A small IT issue can become an expensive problem in the long run. To be fair, some organizations don’t know how […]

IT Questions Small Business Owners Should Ask Themselves

Many business owners don’t have in-depth knowledge about their IT infrastructure. This leads to undiagnosed problems and recurring glitches.  Many are at a loss about what they should do in times of tech problems. Worse, temporary IT workarounds waste a lot of time and energy on the part of the employees. For that reason, small […]

The Importance of IT Speed for Small Businesses

For businesses, time is money. Everyone wants to accomplish tasks quickly and efficiently. But without a speedy and reliable IT system, employees aren’t going to be as productive as you’d like.  If you want your employees to work fast, then your IT needs to keep up. Hours wasted waiting for a device to load can […]

What You Need to Know About Data Security

Currently, 62% of all hacking incidents target small businesses. Experts believe that this will continue to rise as organizations continue to fail to prioritize data security. Remember that in the internet era, oil is no longer the most valued source; data is. Instead of panicking and worrying, know and understand the following points to increase […]

The Benefit Managed Service Providers Bring to Small Businesses

Instead of maintaining a large IT department, small businesses can outsource IT with managed service providers. These people will handle all your IT needs, including diagnosing problems, fixing it, and upgrading your systems. It’s an investment that will boost your business. If you’re wondering why it’s best to outsource, the following benefits might convince you. […]

The Benefits of a Managed IT Service Agreement

Running a business isn’t for the faint of heart. You have to deal with operation issues, boosting your bottom line, and keeping your IT infrastructure stable. To free yourself from the IT burden, you can opt for a managed IT service agreement. This agreement gives you a streamlined and proactive IT solution at a competitive […]

How to Keep Hackers Away from Your Small Business

A study of the University of Maryland showed that hacking happens every 39 seconds. Of this activity, 62% is targeted at small businesses. Such a high number proves that small business owners shouldn’t just sit back and hope for the best. They must have a cybersecurity plan to keep hackers away from their system. Since […]