Frequent data backups help keep your business secure and operational. In the digital age, when it often seems as though nothing is ever lost for good, it can be tempting for businesses to fall behind on their backups. This can happen either as businesses are lulled into a sense of complacency, or simply because they’ve… read more
Loss of power, Internet, or data can be a crippling blow for many businesses. Here’s what you can do to prevent it. Many of us take modern utilities for granted. The water runs when we turn on the tap, the lights turn on when we flip a switch, and the Internet works when we fire… read more
What can Managed IT service providers offer your business? Your business needs extra IT support, and you’re facing a critical decision: do you hire an on-staff IT service manager? Or do you look for Managed IT services? Many businesses discount managed IT as too expensive. After all, surely it’s more affordable to hire one person… read more
How can you protect your data and IT resources in case of an emergency? Each year, companies invest billions of dollars into their IT systems. These include their networks, the hardware and software on which they run, and the processes they use to manage everything. Protecting this investment should be a top priority for your… read more
How much would have to go wrong to pose a serious threat to your business? Many businesses approach technology with an “if it ain’t broke don’t fix it” mindset that can unexpectedly land them in trouble. An over-reliance on everything continuing to work can backfire the moment something doesn’t. If it takes many things going… read more
You’re ready to get rid of some old equipment. How can you do that safely? Once you’ve upgraded your computer equipment, you may be wondering what to do with your old hardware. Many companies have a policy whereby old computers cycle down to other, less critical areas of the business. But at some point, you’re… read more
Should your business backup your data to cloud storage or physical disks? We’ve discussed in the past the importance of having a good backup solution for your business to prevent data loss. For some businesses, that solution involves a physical backup to an external hard drive or a company server. Other businesses prefer a cloud… read more
Top Database Backup Business Solutions to Keep Your Businesses Running According the National Archives and Records Administration, nearly the 93% of businesses that lost their data for 10 days or more due to a disaster went out of business within one year of the disaster. Even more disturbing, the Contingency Planning & Strategic Research Corp… read more
Many manufacturing businesses operate in harsh environments. With various production stages and tight timelines to follow, those in the manufacturing industry depend so much on information technology to keep business running smoothly. When it comes to choosing and using any type of hardware, it’s important to make sure it can take the demands of your… read more
Optimizing the IT Environment for Your Construction Business Technology has changed the way construction contractors do business. Real-time monitoring of project progress, onsite and offsite communication, and automation of various processes has been slowly integrated into construction management processes. Advancements implemented on every level of an organization have the potential to solve long-standing issues faced… read more