Manage and Organize Your Email Environment with an Archival Solution
(October 30, 2023) 2021 marked the 50th anniversary of the first email, but the technology isn’t showing its age. Although other communication tools have come and gone, email remains the most common business communication tool. With almost 350 billion messages sent and received every day, it’s time to think about how to organize your email. […]
How can companies ensure their technology tools are secure?
Ensuring that technology tools are secure is essential for companies to protect their data, maintain customer trust, and comply with various regulations. Here are several steps and best practices to help companies enhance the security of their technology tools: By implementing these best practices and staying vigilant, companies can significantly enhance the security of their […]
The Real Cost and Risk of Clinging to Outdated Technology
(October 23, 2023) Are legacy systems and applications (outdated technology) dragging down your organization? If so, you’re not alone. According to a recent Dell study, 70 percent of the software used by Fortune 5000 companies is decades old. Many IT leaders take the position that “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Needed upgrades are […]
Beyond the Basics: Managed IT Services
(October 12, 2023) Smaller businesses increasingly seek managed IT service providers who offer consultative services and strategic guidance. Managed IT services arrangements provide small and midsized businesses (SMBs) with budget-friendly alternatives to keeping seasoned IT professionals on payroll. However, recent research finds that the relationship between SMBs and managed services providers (MSPs) is undergoing an […]
Why You Should Take Steps to Limit ‘Shadow IT’
(October 16, 2023) Nearly 100 years ago, legendary jazz pianist Fats Waller offered this advice in one of his more popular compositions: “Find out what they like, and how they like it, and let ‘em have it just that way.” The song’s message is surprisingly applicable to the technology needs of today’s workforce. When employees […]
How to Develop a Value-Driven IT Budget
(October 9, 2023) In the not-too-distant past, technology was considered a luxury, often reserved for a select few business functions and senior executives. Today, technology has become critical to business operations. In a recent Techaisle study of midmarket executives, nearly all said that IT is a core component of business strategy discussions. The fact is, […]
What are the main benefits of IT services for non-profits?
Information Technology (IT) services can offer numerous benefits to non-profit organizations, helping them operate more efficiently, reach their goals, and better serve their missions. Here are some of the main benefits: Overall, IT services empower non-profit organizations to operate more efficiently, expand their reach, and achieve their missions by leveraging technology to their advantage. However, […]
Virtual CIO Services – An Economical Way to Get the Expertise of an Experienced CIO
(October 2, 2023) The pace of technology change continues to accelerate, providing opportunities for small to midsize enterprises (SMEs) to transform their operations, enter new markets, and create new business models. Business executives are responsible for developing the vision that will guide the organization’s efforts to take advantage of these new technologies. However, many SME […]
Make the Board of Directors Your Cybersecurity Ally
(September 25, 2023) Board members have traditionally had little involvement in the specifics of cybersecurity, leaving those matters to chief information security officers (CISOs). However, according to estimates by Statista Market Insights, cybercrime cost the global economy more than $7 trillion in 2022 and is expected to double by 2028. Nasdaq estimates that data privacy […]
The Benefits of Colocation
Businesses rely heavily on data and technology to remain competitive and efficient. Whether you’re a small startup or a large corporation, the need for reliable and secure IT infrastructure is paramount. Colocation services have emerged as a popular solution for organizations looking to house their servers and networking equipment in state-of-the-art data centers. There are […]
