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The start of a new year is the perfect time to evaluate what’s working in your business–and what needs attention. As you look ahead to your next chapter, you should assess whether your IT infrastructure and operations require a tune-up. Conducting an information technology (IT) audit is a smart move for any company.  Why is…

Is your business one of the many that allow more remote work opportunities for employees? If so, you’re not alone. Consider some statistics. Just 31% of employees worked in a home office in 2019. By the end of 2020, 88% of respondents to one survey had transitioned to working in a home office. Many businesses…

As the world shifts to remote, hybrid and disbursed work environments, Microsoft Teams has emerged as the teamwork hub in Office 365. Already designed to meet the new way of working digitally, the chat-based platform consolidates dozens of functionalities into one streamlined platform. More than 115 million people use this central app for instant messaging…

Are your Windows-based computers up-to-date? Unfortunately, many businesses would answer no to that question. While the Windows update process can sometimes feel arduous–especially for smaller companies–avoiding updates can open you to major security vulnerabilities. Take the BlueKeep security flaw that Windows announced in 2019, for example. A vulnerability affecting older versions of Microsoft, BlueKeep attacks…

Every business needs computers to operate–and technology costs can add up. With all the computing choices in the marketplace, choosing the ones that are the best fit for your business can seem daunting. According to Business News Daily, tell-tale signs like slowed performance, noisy fans, and outdated security mean that it’s time to start shopping…

Small and medium businesses (SMBs) are always looking for ways to keep their budgets in check. Using voice over internet protocol (VoIP) for phone calls can help your business meet your cost-savings goals, while meeting feature requirements. VoIP for business can improve every area of your operations–from front-line customer service to internal communications between team…

It’s a journey, not a destination. Each October, companies and security experts commemorate Cybersecurity Awareness Month. While the event aims to help businesses learn essential cyber security facts, protecting your business is a year-round endeavor.  Why is cybersecurity so crucial for businesses? Even a single breach can have devastating impacts on a small business. And…