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4 Common Technology Budgeting Mistakes

Are you planning to include your IT needs in your annual budget this year? If so, congratulations! You are doing something incredible to ensure your small business’ success.  Budgeting for your business can be tricky and technology budgeting is no different. On the one hand, you want to be ready for anything, but you also […]

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7 Questions to Ask When Evaluating MSSPs

Having an up-to-date technology infrastructure is critical for organizations to perform well in this ever-changing business world. An outdated technology infrastructure can harm your business by: Giving cybercriminals a free pass Putting your company in hot water with regulators Reducing overall productivity Causing employee dissatisfaction Upsetting your customers Once you understand the risks of not […]

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6 Signs You Need a Tech Refresh

When used strategically, technology can help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) develop a more productive, efficient and innovative workforce. That’s why businesses that prioritize technology are three times more likely to exceed corporate goals. In a business world that’s evolving at a breakneck pace, your company may not be able to perform at its full […]

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Is an outsourced MSP the right fit for you?

What is an MSP? A Managed Service Provider, or MSP, is partner organization that can either augment an organization’s IT staff by supporting regular day to day system support or completely take on the role of an IT department, handling any and all information technology (IT) issues.     MSPs can manage a customer’s IT infrastructure and/or […]

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What’s the cost of outsourcing IT services?

A Study of Cost & Talent IT Department Structure Cost often drives the outsourcing of key IT applications and services, but analysis shouldn’t stop there when looking for managed services.  Factoring in employee acquisition, salaries, employee workloads and the core expertise of your IT department also needs to come into play when making the decision […]

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The Pros and Cons of In-house IT Staff vs. Outsourcing IT Staff

We are asked about the pros and cons of outsourcing an organization’s IT and technology needs often. Of course there are variations to every business or nonprofit, but here are some of the pluses and minus:

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Office Relocation Challenges you Should be Prepared for

Office relocation is typically an exciting thing. It could mean your business is expanding, your organization is doing well, and you’re ready for growth. Or it could mean your lease simply expired or you’re even just trying to cut costs. Either way, if you’re the one in charge of making the move happen, it can […]