It’s easy to use the terms “patches” and “updates” as if they mean the same thing, and they are often used interchangeably within the same context. However, understanding the difference between the two can make a world of difference in terms of how you approach implementing each of them. We’re here to clear things up...
Entrusting a business to handle all of your technology is a big decision. More likely than not, you are shopping around for an IT consultant at a time when you need to make changes or upgrades to your existing technology, plus many IT providers have their own preferred vendors and way of doing things, AND...
Most of us don’t make investments without a good reason, and it’s important to know where your money is going and what you are going to gain from it. Your IT budget is no different. By establishing a thorough IT Roadmap that falls in line with your budget, you can keep the wheels turning without...
As a small business owner, you’re probably used to doing as much as you can yourself. However, when it comes to your technology and protecting your data, it really needs to be handled by experts who not only understand the complexities that business technology can come with, but also how to fundamentally keep it secure.
Try as we might, we can’t prevent all computer issues from occurring—for instance, there’s not much that we can do if a stick of RAM dies, at least, not remotely. However, if you’re stuck with a broken computer and need to bring it in for repair work, there are a few things we recommend you...
On the face of it, both models of IT support offer a business the benefits of outsourcing their IT. However, when we take a deeper dive, the differences between how the two services support a business can mean the difference between your business avoiding downtime and not.
Many businesses aren’t sure when or even if they should upgrade their technology. It is understandable that businesses, especially smaller businesses, try to squeeze every ounce of value out of their technology investments. However, there are risks of using technology that is too old. Here’s how to prevent them.
On the face of it, managed IT services seem to be a difficult concept to comprehend and one best suited for larger businesses with deep pockets. However, the main benefit of managed IT is that it is an effective way for businesses of all sizes, particularly smaller businesses, to increase productivity and efficiency, and actually...
Cloud computing is a monster of a topic in and of itself, perhaps more so than most people might expect. Let’s define what cloud management is and take a closer look at what goes into properly managing your cloud-based resources.