Category: General IT

March 18, 2020

It was just about 10 years ago that 4G data speeds hit the US market, starting with the release of the HTC Evo. 4G allowed mobile devices to compete against broadband connections and Wi-Fi networks. It opened the doors for the modern, mobile-first internet that we utilize today.  While 4G access was fairly limited back then, it’s become the standard […]

February 24, 2020

Like any relationship, the relationship between a customer and a business should be built on trust. In the case of privacy and personal information, your customers are trusting that you are being responsible with their information.   Unfortunately, many businesses aren’t.   This is a serious issue for a number of reasons. If a customer’s data is leaked, it could result in them […]

February 11, 2020

Just about every modern business could use a little IT assistance in today’s digital frontier. However, many small and medium sized businesses don’t have the budget to afford in-house IT staff. Even the businesses that do find that their needs exceed their own team’s capabilities. With the growing and ever-evolving threats to cyber security in an increasingly connected […]

January 13, 2020

With a new decade on the horizon, you can expect technology to become even more integrated into your business. Smartphones and laptops are being joined by lighting systems, climate control units, fleets of trucks, company cars, office appliances, and more.  As technology becomes cheaper, integrating it into a singular system becomes more feasible and advantageous for businesses of all sizes. This year, Gartner (a […]

December 27, 2019

As we head into the New Year, businesses across the world are wrapping up their budgets, finalizing their business plans, and getting ready to start a brand-new decade off right. A lot has changed in the past ten years, especially when it comes to technology.  The use of mobile devices has exploded, becoming the dominate way that many people utilize technology and access online information. Early in […]

December 23, 2019

There’s no question that modern businesses need IT support. Even small ones. Especially small ones, in fact. The trouble is, the IT needs of a modern business don’t always fall in line with their budget. Some end up hiring one or two in-house IT staff, only to immediately overwhelm them with too much responsibility.   IT is, after all, a balance of immediate needs and ongoing work. […]

December 19, 2019

When you think of cyber security, you probably think of antiviruses, firewalls, and general security settings on your devices. While those are all critical to protecting yourself against hackers and malware, they have a very serious vulnerability:  People.   One of the most difficult things to protect your business against is yourself and the people within your company. In fact, around 95% of […]

October 10, 2019

The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution has barely started, with many comparing its evolution to just the first page of the Gutenberg Bible or the arrival of the printing press. But with AI spending estimated to reach more than $52 billion by 2021, there’s no slowdown in sight. AI proponents tout a range of benefits, including enhanced […]