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Printing Is Losing Out to the Cloud

Printing Is Losing Out to the Cloud

Digital file storage has been a game-changer for many small businesses that rely on dynamic file retention. Instead of storing paper records in a huge room dedicated to file storage, businesses are focusing on digitizing their records and storing them electronically in cloud-based storage systems. This is a great alternative to all those printing costs. (more…)

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What Is Your Business’ Information Worth to a Scammer?

What Is Your Business’ Information Worth to a Scammer?

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • October 8, 2021
  • Security

Believe it or not, someone can actually purchase access to your organization’s network under the right circumstances. This is the unfortunate reality that we live in, where the commoditization of data and network access has become a real problem. According to a study from KELA, hackers can sell access to compromised networks for a pittance compared to the amount of...

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Including VoIP Is a Solid Business Choice

Including VoIP Is a Solid Business Choice

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • October 7, 2021
  • Security

With all the communication tools that businesses use today, there still is no more important option than the telephone system. Unfortunately for small businesses, the telephone system can be expensive and hard to manage. However, there is a way for you to get a fully featured telephone service with some of the most important tools your business needs, at a...

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Meet the Firewall: The Unsung Hero of Your Network’s Security

Meet the Firewall: The Unsung Hero of Your Network’s Security

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • October 6, 2021
  • Security

The term firewall is not a new one, and it’s not as old of a term as you might think. Before it became commonplace in the computing environment, it was first introduced to the world in 1983 when it was used in a movie titled WarGames. Nowadays, it is used mostly in regard to network security. Let’s take a look...

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Murphy’s Law Makes It Easy to See the Value of Managed Services

Murphy’s Law Makes It Easy to See the Value of Managed Services

No one likes to imagine the worst-case scenario, but as a responsible business owner, you have no choice but to see the bad before the good. After all, the investments that you make in the future of your organization mean nothing if you have no power to preserve it in the event of unfortunate circumstances. Due to the nature of...

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4 Ways Your Business Can Prepare for Hybrid or Remote Operations

4 Ways Your Business Can Prepare for Hybrid or Remote Operations

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • October 1, 2021
  • Business

The future can be unpredictable at best, especially in today’s times. You never know when your company will suffer from circumstances beyond your control, whether it’s a disaster that uproots your office or a pandemic that forces your entire workforce to transition to remote operations. Thankfully, even in today’s trying times, technology presents opportunities to overcome these challenges. (more…)

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What Does it Mean To Go Passwordless? Just Ask Microsoft

What Does it Mean To Go Passwordless? Just Ask Microsoft

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • September 29, 2021
  • Security

Passwords have long been a staple against security threats, but the password could soon be a thing of the past. Microsoft is advancing toward this new concept, but what does it mean for your business? Let’s take a look and see what going “passwordless” can mean for an account’s security. (more…)

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What to Look for When Purchasing Workstations

What to Look for When Purchasing Workstations

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • September 29, 2021
  • Security

The technology your business uses is extremely important. One of the most important pieces of technology that you will routinely get is the workstation. Since it is the hub of productivity, there are certain variables that you need to consider when purchasing new workstations. This month, we will go through this process. (more…)

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3 Reasons You Need to Invest In New Technology

3 Reasons You Need to Invest In New Technology

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • September 27, 2021
  • Business

Upgrading technology can often come with risk. While you might get some return on your investment, will you get it back fast enough to actually make that investment worth it in the end? How can your technology solve problems that your company experiences, and how do you acquire the capital necessary to make significant upgrades? If you dig too deep...

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A Long Look at Compliance Concerns

A Long Look at Compliance Concerns

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • September 26, 2021
  • Business

Regulations are put in place for a reason: the data you keep is sensitive. Within certain environments, it is extremely important to know how to navigate so as not to mistakenly expose information that has no business being shared. This month, we thought it would be a good time to talk about how to navigate these highly-regulated environments to ensure...

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