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17 01, 2024

IT budgeting and planning: How to outsource critical services while staying in the black

January 17th, 2024|IT News and Info|

When it comes to IT, budgeting and planning are crucial for ensuring that a company's technology needs are met without overextending financial resources. In order to budget effectively, companies must keep costs under control and prioritize their technology investments based on their specific needs. For this reason, many companies are outsourcing critical IT services to third-party providers as a way to manage their IT budget while still receiving high-quality services. Why should businesses outsource critical [...]

3 01, 2024

Critical error? Data backup and recovery strategies your business needs to know

January 3rd, 2024|IT News and Info|

Without data, businesses can lose valuable insights, miss out on growth opportunities, and experience operational inefficiencies. Unfortunately, it's easy to lose data to hardware failures, cyberattacks, natural catastrophes, software glitches, and human errors. These incidents can set back their operations and financial stability for months or even years. The only safety net businesses have against data loss incidents is a robust data backup and recovery strategy. What is data backup and recovery? Data backup involves [...]

2 01, 2024

Cybersecurity insurance: A definitive guide to protecting your business

January 2nd, 2024|Security News|

Cyberattacks can be financially devastating for businesses. When tallying up the costs related to data loss, recovery, and legal actions, a single data breach incident can cost businesses over $4.45 million. Fortunately, businesses can set up safety nets against these risks by getting cybersecurity insurance What is cybersecurity insurance, and why is it important? Cybersecurity insurance is a type of insurance coverage that protects organizations from the financial fallout of cyberattacks. It typically covers the [...]

28 11, 2023

How to choose and switch IT providers without disrupting your business

November 28th, 2023|IT News and Info|

IT providers, whether they’re a break/fix technician or a managed service provider, are essential for keeping your business running smoothly. From maintaining your IT infrastructure to providing technical support, the right IT provider can save you time and money while ensuring your technology is always up-to-date and secure. However, as your business grows and evolves, so do your IT needs. The IT provider you chose when you first began your business may not be the [...]

17 11, 2023

Network infrastructure and optimization: A simple overview for businesses

November 17th, 2023|IT News and Info, IT Support Tips|

Network infrastructures are the foundation on which modern businesses operate, supporting everything from data management and online services to communications. This simple overview explores the key components of a network infrastructure and how optimizing it can benefit your business. What is a network infrastructure? A network infrastructure refers to the hardware and software components that enable connectivity and communication between various devices, systems, and users within an organization or across multiple organizations. It provides the [...]

10 11, 2023

What is a VoIP phone number and does your business need it?

November 10th, 2023|Unified Communications|

A phone number is a unique identifier that allows individuals and businesses to reach each other. Traditionally, these numbers have been associated with landline phones and cellular devices, and are typically assigned by telecom service providers. However, with the advent of internet technology, a new type of phone number has emerged, known as a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone number. This modern communication tool is revolutionizing the way businesses operate, offering unprecedented flexibility and [...]

9 11, 2023

Social media cyberthreats and how to defend against them

November 9th, 2023|Security News|

Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn are some of the most popular social networking websites on the internet, with millions of active users every day. For many businesses, their very livelihood depends on social media for marketing and reaching out to potential customers. However, the widespread use of social media means there are risks to its continued use. Specifically, cybercriminals are using social media to compromise people’s privacy and harm business reputations. To [...]

11 10, 2023

The potential benefits of AI for your business

October 11th, 2023|IT News and Info|

Science fiction concepts that were once considered far-fetched are now becoming reality, thanks to rapid advancements in AI technology. Today, artificial intelligence (AI) is making its way into our daily lives and into businesses at an unparalleled pace, transforming the way we work and interact with machines. What is AI? AI refers to computer systems that have the ability to perform tasks that usually require human intelligence, such as decision-making, natural language processing, and more. [...]

20 09, 2023

The future of cloud computing

September 20th, 2023|Cloud Computing|

Cloud computing has quickly become an industry-standard IT solution for businesses in Tampa, Chicago, and all over the country. With its scalable on-demand computing resources and flexible delivery models, cloud computing offers companies of all sizes the opportunity to accelerate their digital transformation journey like they never have before. But its impact doesn't stop there. The cloud's future promises even more profound changes and could reshape not just IT infrastructures, but also the way many [...]

28 08, 2023

The importance of multifactor authentication for businesses

August 28th, 2023|Security News|

Online accounts are treasure troves of valuable data, and that's precisely why they're so appealing to malicious actors. If hackers can gain access to one of your accounts, they can potentially steal sensitive company information or even use your credentials to commit fraud. Yet, despite the risks, it's astonishing that many users still rely solely on passwords to secure their accounts. In the face of sophisticated cyberthreats, passwords alone are no longer sufficient. To protect [...]

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