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How Technical Debt Will Hold Your Business Back from Success

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    While it might be tempting to take advantage of deals, sales, and even “free” technology, it’s crucial that you acknowledge you’re losing something valuable as a trade-off. The problem with tech is that “cheap” and “quick” doesn’t translate to “effective” and “valuable.” If you’re not careful, you might find yourself a victim of […]

A Practical Guide to Managing Shadow IT in Your Business

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Shadow IT may have a pretty cool-sounding name, but its impacts on your business are anything but. The term “shadow IT” describes any technology used in the business setting without the express knowledge and go-ahead of the IT department. While it may be common, it certainly isn’t good… despite often having the best intentions behind […]

Stop Living on the Edge: Ditch Local File Storage

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    File storage might feel straightforward when you save directly to your hard drive—but that convenience comes with serious risks. We know data is one of our most valuable business assets. From client records and financials to project files, losing access can be costly—and in some cases, permanent. Yet many users still rely on […]

Lessons in Security From an NFL Draft Day Prank

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  Sometimes, a real-world event vividly illustrates the importance of digital security basics. The recent NFL draft provided just such a case, involving an unlocked iPad, a prank call, and significant consequences.   The story centers around Shedeur Sanders, a highly anticipated draft prospect, and Jeff Ulbrich, the Atlanta Falcons’ Defensive Coordinator. To maintain security […]

Adjusting Your Business Technology Can Bring Greater Outcomes

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Is your business technology a tangled web of frustrations? You’re certainly not navigating this digital dilemma alone. We frequently hear from organizations grappling with sluggish networks, outdated software that feels like a relic from the dial-up era, and the ever-present anxiety of safeguarding crucial business data. This technological turbulence doesn’t have to be your reality. […]

Everything You Need to Know About Business IT Updates

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While IT is an important part of your business, it shouldn’t be distracting you from carrying out your company’s mission. Indeed, it can be difficult to stay up-to-date on the latest practices and solutions, and it can feel impossible to keep up. While you could adopt the “good enough” policy that many businesses settle for, […]

There are a Lot of Layers to a Solid IT Strategy

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Running a small business is already a juggling act. Now toss managing IT into the mix and watch the balls start to bounce in every direction. IT for small businesses isn’t just plugging in a few computers and setting up Wi-Fi. It’s an ever-growing web of systems, tools, security measures, and the occasional mysterious error […]

3 of the Most Common Malware You’ll Encounter (And What to Do About Them)

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    Malware can be scary to talk about, but it’s a topic that you should be intimately familiar with, or at least aware of, if you want to keep your business running. These days, you can’t do much of anything online without potentially exposing yourself and your organization to a security risk. Today, we […]

Making Sense of Technology Compliance

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      For businesses, technology compliance with data regulations isn’t just about avoiding hefty fines; it’s about building trust with customers, protecting sensitive information, and keeping operations running smoothly. Ignoring compliance isn’t an option. A single slip-up can lead to legal trouble, financial losses, and serious damage to your company’s reputation. What does compliance […]