As of June 2023, 94% of businesses use cloud services—but not all of them are using these services effectively. Understanding the many aspects of the cloud can help your business use this important tool effectively, and also determine if you require extra support through cloud managed services. We’ve gathered some great points to consider as […]
Category Archives: technology
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Sep
Sep
The big fish in the tech industry have access to advanced data storage and security solutions, but what about small businesses? Many small business owners feel overwhelmed when trying to decide between on-site and cloud backup for their company. And with data security becoming more and more important, it’s no wonder why. Businesses face pressure […]
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Jul
Jul
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) has become an increasingly popular choice among small businesses due to its low cost and ease of use. Compared to traditional landline phone systems, VoIP is unbeatable. In fact, businesses back this sentiment: 69% of companies used VoIP in 2019, and 31% claimed to use it due to productivity gains. […]
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Jul
Jul
A network is a critical part of any business. It’s the backbone of operations and provides the infrastructure to send and receive data, host applications, store information, and more. However, when a network isn’t properly optimized for speed and performance, it can cause significant problems that could potentially put your business at risk. Don’t let […]
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Jul
Jul
Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) is a suite of cloud-based tools that can help businesses become more efficient, productive, and secure. With over 4.3 billion users, Google Workspace tools are one of the most popular business productivity tools for organizations of all sizes. From collaboration and communication tools to security features and additional services, there […]
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Apr
Apr
“What is a vCIO, and does my business need one?” This is a question that we are commonly asked by business owners. A vCIO, or virtual CIO, is a professional who provides guidance and support to businesses when it comes to technology. They can help with things such as setting up networks, improving security, and […]
cybersecurity, Phishing Awareness Training Neglect Comes Back to Haunt Businesses, technology
What is Phishing and What Can You Do to Stop It?
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Mar
Mar
Phishing attacks are one of the most prevalent threats to information security, both for individuals and businesses. Hackers are using email, social media, phone calls, and any other sort of communication they can to steal valuable data, whether it’s access to passwords, credit cards, or other sensitive information. Businesses, of course, are a particularly popular […]
Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity, technology
How Are Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Related?
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Feb
Feb
The way a firm responds to an emergency or other unanticipated occurrence may have a significant influence on how quickly it can resume operations and its future prospects. With the past years being affected by a worldwide pandemic, businesses are in more need than ever of creating a business continuity plan. Preparing for a disaster […]
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Oct
Oct
There are many advantages to using a VOIP phone system on the cloud versus traditional telephone service or using an onsite traditional or VOIP phone system. Whether you are seeking a hosted VoIP system, a Unified Communications (UC) solution, or a team collaboration software or app, today’s cloud technologies offer big advantages to today’s businesses. […]
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Sep
Sep
What is the cloud? Great question! Well, most people think of it just as that, an amorphous collection of data on the internet running things. They might think, “Oh, my data is stored in the cloud.” The key thing to realize is that saying something is in the cloud is just saying, “It’s on a computer somewhere […]