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Outsourcing your IT to a managed service provider (MSP) is a growing trend among business owners. Over 68% of large American companies outsource their IT and 37% of small businesses do the same. Clearly, managed IT service benefits companies of all sizes. The importance of managed IT services becomes evident as businesses struggle to keep up with technology’s swift evolution. …

You’ve likely come here wondering if cyber security training is worth the investment for your SMB. After all, you already have a lot on your plate and a limited budget. But consider this: cyber attacks are becoming more and more common, and they can be devastating to businesses of all sizes. Between March 2021 and March 2022, the average cost …

Developing an IT strategy is crucial to maximizing your company’s use of technology to improve service delivery and achieve business goals. However, integrating the latest technology solutions into your corporate procedures only guarantees profitability if there’s a comprehensive IT development strategy in place Statistics show that 70% of senior IT leaders recognize technology as being vital to increasing revenue, customer …

Business operations are rapidly moving online, so business owners need to digitize more of their infrastructure than ever before. However, digital transformation usually comes with a few IT problems. If your organization is facing technology issues, you are certainly not alone. Problems with IT can cause a lasting negative impact if left unresolved. Customers are less likely to do business …

Modern businesses need to prevent technical difficulties that can slow down operations. Yet, most find it challenging to troubleshoot IT problems while conducting their daily tasks. Following IT help desk best practices can help mitigate this issue. Effective IT support is an essential part of customer service and it keeps employees productive. Since the pandemic began, the average ticket volume …

In today’s world, it seems like all business operations are digital. However, relying on an increasingly digital infrastructure means there is a higher risk of technical difficulties. And learning what a vCIO is can help you manage your business affairs. At many small-sized businesses, business owners attempt to troubleshoot IT issues while performing their regular duties. The reason why this …

Understanding IT outsourcing advantages and disadvantages enables businesses to save resources , time, and money that otherwise may be more costly in-house. Compared to managed IT services , IT outsourcing is often used to meet specific IT functionalities, such as an overnight IT helpdesk, software development , or cybersecurity awareness training. It’s also important to note that IT outsourcing isn’t …

The startling fact that many business owners and operators don’t want to stare in the face is that cyber crime is shockingly prevalent in our world, and SMBs are the one category of targets that are most frequently hit, generally because their particular network vulnerabilities are fairly easy to exploit when compared to bigger enterprises. And if you think it’s …

Cybercrime is the fastest-growing form of criminal activity. As of 2022, the cybercrime industry is worth more than all of the world’s illegal drug trafficking trades combined. Now more than ever, companies must do everything possible to protect their sensitive data. Luckily, network security is advancing just as quickly as cybercrime, so businesses have a lot of options. In this …

A cloud migration can be a daunting task for any business, large or small. There are many factors to consider and challenges to overcome in order to ensure a smooth and successful transition.  And with so much time and money on the line, ensuring your cloud migration goes right the first time is of the utmost importance. Especially when you …