Best Practices

Don’t Believe All the ROI Geek Speak You Hear

Don’t Believe All the ROI Geek Speak You Hear

You want a return on your investment for business technology, right? Well, it’s not as simple as “buy the thing and profit.” Today, we’re looking at why you can’t always rely on information about modern IT solutions and how you can simplify your tech decisions to align with your business goals. (more…)

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How to Address Your Business’ Shadow IT Problem

How to Address Your Business’ Shadow IT Problem

Shadow IT, when technology is implemented in a business setting without the express permission of that organization's IT department, is a serious issue that cannot be left unchecked. How can you uncover shadow IT and prevent it in the future? That’s what we’re covering today. (more…)

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Turn Technology Troubles Into Opportunities for Improvement

Turn Technology Troubles Into Opportunities for Improvement

With how ingrained technology is in your business’ operations, it’s no wonder it causes so many problems. At the heart of it all, however, issues with technology and the fear of these assets breaking down usually leads to change for the better. Let’s look at how you can transform your tech failures into wins for both your business and its...

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Mastering the Art of the 3-2-1 Backup Rule

Mastering the Art of the 3-2-1 Backup Rule

Data backup can be a bit nerve-wracking to implement, especially as a small business owner with limited knowledge of business IT solutions. One best practice we like to plug for SMBs is the 3-2-1 backup rule, which sounds more complicated than it really is. Today, we’re exploring the details of this approach and how it can change the way you...

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When it Comes to Remote Work, Don’t Be Like Google

When it Comes to Remote Work, Don’t Be Like Google

Google's recent decision to push more remote staff back to the office, with potential consequences for non-compliance, feels like a step backward in the evolution of workplace flexibility.  While the tech giant cites the importance of in-person collaboration and a stronger company culture, this rigid stance overlooks the significant benefits and increasing acceptance of remote work, especially for small and...

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Don't Let Your Business Vanish: The Critical Importance of Consistent Backups

Don’t Let Your Business Vanish: The Critical Importance of Consistent Backups

Let's talk about something that might not be the most glamorous topic, but is absolutely vital to the health and survival of your business: data backups. Think of your business data as the lifeblood of your operations. It includes everything from customer records and financial information to crucial project files and intellectual property. Now, imagine a scenario where this lifeblood...

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Create Great Relationships with Your Vendors

Create Great Relationships with Your Vendors

Running a business is like managing a bunch of moving parts with relationships with employees, customers, operations, and, of course, vendors. Vendors supply your business with the products and services that keep things running, but if you’re not careful, those relationships can turn into time and money pits. So, how do you make vendor relationships work in your favor? Here...

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How Backup Has Gotten Better and Better in Recent Years

How Backup Has Gotten Better and Better in Recent Years

By now, you’ve heard us discuss how data backup is extremely important for every organization. We try to spread awareness of the negative impacts to a business that doesn’t have a comprehensive backup plan in place. Fortunately, data backup has come a long way in the past decade, making it easier, faster, and way more reliable. Let’s take a look...

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Don’t Let a Crisis Completely Derail Your Business

Don’t Let a Crisis Completely Derail Your Business

There is no shortage of events that can throw a business off track, from severe storms to human error to cybercriminal activity. Fortunately, a little preparation can make them much easier to navigate. Let’s discuss creating a crisis plan to address these kinds of events. (more…)

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What Makes a Backup Strategy Reliable?

What Makes a Backup Strategy Reliable?

Business continuity is a critical element of any organization’s preparations for the future, including how comprehensive the backup is designed to be. Let’s discuss the steps that businesses—especially small ones—need to take to ensure their data is protected. (more…)

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