Category Archives: Managed IT

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How IT Automation Can Improve Your Business

Which tasks can benefit the most from IT automation, and which are unsuitable? You may have heard of IT automation as one of the top ways for businesses to improve their bottom line. Implemented correctly, IT automation can boost the productivity of your IT department, reduce downtime, and create a safer, less error-prone IT environment. […]
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Should Your Small Business Start Using RFID Tags?

RFID technology is not for every business, but it could be right for yours. You’ve probably used Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) tags numerous times already. They’re embedded into passports, E-ZPass toll collection tags, and reusable public transport cards such as the Oyster card in London or the Ventra cards in Chicago. Many large businesses have also […]
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Understanding Software License Management for Your Business

What you need to know to keep track of your software licenses. Software is an integral part of most businesses. There are common software licenses for programs most of use daily—such as the Microsoft Offices suite—as well as licenses for job-specific services. These might include accounting software, graphic design programs, or various metrics reporting tools. […]
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How to Follow Green IT Practices in Your Office

4 eco-friendly IT practices that can improve your business. When it comes to business and the environment, many of us feel torn. We want to follow eco-friendly practices, but we also have a company to run. How can we make environmentally-conscious decisions while also maintaining a competitive edge? The good news is that, in many […]
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How to Create a Successful IoT Strategy for Your Business

How can your business leverage the Internet of Things to achieve the best results? You’ve probably heard of the Internet of Things: the growing network of Internet-capable devices that are not computers in the traditional sense, but rather ordinary objects that can be programmed, controlled, and monitored over the Internet. These days, almost any device […]
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How to Manage Your Company’s Hardware Lifecycle

Stay on top of technological advances as you manage your hardware lifecycle. Compared to most other equipment you invest in for your business, hardware depreciates at a rapid rate. Most of us are used to this. Our computers undergo daily use, and that contributes to the natural wear and tear they endure. More importantly, as […]
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Should Your Business Have a BYOD Policy?

Does your company have a Bring Your Own Device policy? Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies are increasingly popular among employers and employees alike. Many employees are more comfortable using their own devices, as it allows them remote access to work documents without the hassle of a second device. And from an employer perspective, BYOD […]
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Does Your Business Have a Database Backup Strategy?

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 […]