Technology

Your People Are Your Company's Biggest Cyber Threat (and Best Defense)

Your People Are Your Company’s Biggest Cyberthreat (and Best Defense)

When companies talk about cybersecurity, they usually brag about their expensive technology they use to do the job: the firewalls, the fancy encryption, and the smart detection software. The thing that matters most, however, your actual employees, gets completely overlooked. It only takes one wrong click for a whole network to crash. Even the smartest, most well-meaning and vigilant co-worker...

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5 Mistakes SMBs Make When Implementing VoIP

5 Mistakes SMBs Make When Implementing VoIP

Are you exhausted from constantly dealing with garbled audio, dropped calls, and confusing telephone bills from your vendor? You deserve better, and while you know it, your telephone provider doesn’t. Thankfully, we do as well, and we have just the solution for you: Voice over Internet Protocol, or VoIP. However, not all VoIP solutions are the same, and what works...

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The Best (And Easiest) Way to Avoid Network Bottlenecks

The Best (And Easiest) Way to Avoid Network Bottlenecks

Network bottlenecks are some of the biggest problems that businesses face in their networking architecture. While you might be paying your ISP for a certain speed standard, chances are you’re not getting it, especially if you’re relying on a consumer-grade router. If your network can’t handle all the abuse you throw at it day to day, then you could be...

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Why Ignoring Tech Logs Is Like Ignoring a Fire Alarm

Why Ignoring Tech Logs Is Like Ignoring a Fire Alarm

In IT, we often talk in terms of firewalls, encryption algorithms, and next-generation detection and response tools. We meticulously patch systems, configure complex security policies, and deploy the latest hardware. After two decades in this field, I can tell you where the biggest, most persistent vulnerability lies: the people. (more…)

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The Argument for Cloud-Based Servers

The Argument for Cloud-Based Servers

Most modern businesses are powered by their on-premise server hardware assuming that it creates a more secure environment for them. While having your data close by, where you can easily access it, sounds like a great idea, know that there are also issues that arise from these kinds of arrangements. In fact, your business might be the most dangerous place...

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AI: Essential Strategy for the SMB IT Stack

AI: Essential Strategy for the SMB IT Stack

Historically, AI has been perceived by SMBs as complex, expensive, and outside their operational scope. Today, the democratization of AI via SaaS and integrated platforms makes it a cost-effective, practical IT asset with measurable ROI. Here are three focused areas where AI can be strategically deployed to optimize your business performance: (more…)

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Get a C-Level IT Team Member for the Price of Managed Services

Get a C-Level IT Team Member for the Price of Managed Services

Ask yourself honestly: How well does your current IT support function? If your answer is merely "fine" or "good," you're likely settling for the status quo and missing out on significant benefits. True IT partnership isn't about break/fix; it's about strategic growth. If your provider has never discussed your long-term goals or future technology needs, it's time for a change....

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Boost Your Business: Why VoIP is the Smart Investment

Boost Your Business: Why VoIP is the Smart Investment

No matter the size or industry of your business, effective communication is a constant challenge that dictates where you spend your tech budget. Fortunately, there is a simple, strategic, and powerful solution: Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP). This modern technology is a sound upgrade from traditional telephone systems and is ready to transform your communication infrastructure for the better. (more…)

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AI: The Black Box of Today’s Technological Innovations

AI: The Black Box of Today’s Technological Innovations

With AI taking over the zeitgeist, you’re probably wondering what the big deal is and how you can use it for your business. That said, AI is far from infallible: you can experience issues with your AI models. We’re not just talking about operational problems; we’re talking about the value and validity of its responses to your queries. (more…)

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3 AI Tips for Your Organization

3 AI Tips for Your Organization

Artificial intelligence has officially moved from science fiction into our daily toolkit. Whether you're drafting an email, brainstorming a new project, or debugging code, AI tools can dramatically boost productivity. Like any powerful tool, however, knowing how to use it effectively is growing in importance. This week, we thought we’d give you three tips on how to get AI to...

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