In March, seemingly overnight, we were forced to figure out how to work virtually, while remaining productive and efficient. Now, businesses must decide when and how to reopen in a way that keeps everyone safe. Some will continue to support a remote workforce. Others need employees to come back. Here are some ideas on how to do it safely.
Every company, regardless of size or industry, should have some type of Business Continuity Plan. It becomes your savior during an unforeseen emergency, keeping your business operational and hopefully minimizing your financial loss. Learn how to establish a business continuity plan now, before you need it and realize it’s too late.
During this unprecedented time, nearly every business in America has transitioned to a work-from-home environment. This shift happened almost immediately and without notice. The transition has been harder for some organizations than others. This article describes the three most common ways organizations are set up for remote access and provides tips on how to ensure […]
Ransomware has become an epidemic in today’s IT world. It has locked down hospitals, universities, small businesses, and individuals all over the world. We’ve updated our Ransomware Protection Guide to include additional tips to help you protect yourself and your business. What is Ransomware? Ransomware is malware that infects your computer by locking access to […]
Written technology plans are one of those things we rarely see when we visit clients for the first time. It is far more common for companies to simply incorporate a handful of technology needs into their business plan (if they have one) and have a single line item for IT inside their budget, to be […]
In virtually every business environment, a wide variety of personal and ‘approved’ devices are used throughout the day. This includes computers, tablets, smartphones and other Wi-Fi enabled devices. Each piece of equipment puts your entire network at risk if it is not properly secured and managed. You have a responsibility to protect the private information […]
Technology changes fast. Software upgrades are made available each year, often requiring companies to repurchase and reinstall each license. Plus, with the ever-growing amount of applications and data you need to access and archive, computers and servers frequently need to be added or upgraded, resulting in rising technology costs each year. Ask yourself: Are you […]
Ensuring the right mix of IT support is important for every business, regardless of industry or size. For some, it means a full-time professional or even an entire department. For others, it may mean a part-time professional or tech-savvy staff member who provides support in addition to their other duties. Then there are the businesses […]
The cost of hardware, software and accessories can quickly add up when you want to provide appropriate tools to every valuable player. We’ve talked with owners who acknowledge their employees share computers and passwords because they believe it is cost-prohibitive to upgrade their hardware and software. We’ve visited businesses that are using older computers and […]
Do you know what your greatest vulnerability is? It’s your people. Employees unknowingly click on malicious links and download a host of viruses and malware every day. In fact, there is a hacker attack every 39 seconds and 63% of all network intrusions are due to compromised user credentials. Here are a few other disturbing […]
