Supporting our community comes in many forms because there are so many options. It is an effective and meaningful way to give back to the society around you. Is your business involved in community service? If so, what ways do you contribute to your surrounding area? If not, what are the challenges preventing you from participating? For businesses and individuals, community service is a kind, charitable way to spend one's time. As a bonus, it can provide your company with free and easy … [Read more...]
Anti-Robocall Deadline Approaching
The FCC has finally prioritized the need for an anti-robocall injunction. In fact, the deadline is steadily approaching. What is this and how does it work? Designed to limit those "spam" calls that come through on a daily basis, illegal phone number spoofing is another part of this movement. What does this mean for you? These calls create annoying and, sometimes, financially dangerous scenarios for businesses and personal phone users. The FCC's mandate will ensure "that the call originates … [Read more...]
Cyber Security and the Network: What to Know About Merging Them and the Cloud
Given the fact that today’s networks are highly distributed and complex, it might be easy to proclaim that because of various security concerns, the traditional network is dead. Such statements are premature as cyber security and the network remain a topic of much discussion. The providers barking at everyone to bring their networks to the cloud are big proponents of the “network is dead” discussion. What’s more reasonable to assume is that a more hybrid scenario is actually en vogue now … [Read more...]
Network Agility And Moving To The Cloud
How much network agility do you need if you are considering a big move to the cloud? The need for virtual employees is more common now, which has increased the need for cloud-based services. If you are concerned that your network isn't prepared to handle such change, what needs to be done? For example, consult with your IT team and determine what your existing setup would need. You may need a complete re-haul, or you might just need to focus more on your network infrastructure and security. … [Read more...]
Should Your Business Rely on Gut-Instinct?
How many times have you made a business choice based on a gut feeling? Did that turn out well every time? Gut-instinct is not always the best thing to rely upon when making personal and professional choices, including how you run your business. Metrics are a better resource, as that data provides unemotional information which will reliably provide more accuracy than your gut. One way to test this is to ask yourself certain questions about your business operations. For example, who is your … [Read more...]
Economic Recovery Awakens Need for IT Services
As our economy continues to recover, the need for IT services is back on the rise. Global market deals increased by 11% from last year, per ISG's most recent report. As a service functions are where the majority of the increase is stemming, versus traditional managed services. There is a huge amount of growth over in Europe, up 7% from last year's numbers. Are you noticing an increase in your customers' needs for IT services as the year continues? Or, is movement happening at a steady pace, … [Read more...]
Why Businesses Should Heed Post-COVID IT Trends
Businesses of all types should be paying close attention to the increase of customers adopting certain IT trends. This is especially important as we move into a post-COVID world. From video calls to complete digital transformations, many changes are happening. If you haven't jumped on these IT trends by now, you probably should. One trend that is quite interesting involves 93% of a recent survey stating there is a "convergence between traditional IT operations and administration teams and … [Read more...]
Are You Prepared for Potential IT Setbacks?
Inevitably, there will be a time when your company has to deal with one, or several, IT setbacks. Is your IT team fully prepared to handle potential issues that may come their way? What kinds of solutions do you have in place should a disaster arise? Implementing some solutions that encompass discipline and structure would be a good start. An example of a specfic prevention tool would include assigning more than one Super Admin, or Super User, within your CRM org. You wouldn't want to get … [Read more...]
Post-COVID: What Do Employees Want Most?
Fulfilling employee needs is one of the most important aspects of running a successful company. Have those needs changed, post-COVID? While reports show that they are ultimately pretty content, there have indeed been some changes in this new landscape of remote working. What are some of the most important things employees need while maintaining a satisfying remote work environment? Key employee technology needs include "information accessibility, customization, and connection to colleagues." … [Read more...]
Cisco SD-WAN Offering Extended Support Options
The Cisco SD-WAN by Viptela product will be receiving new enhancements and support options. These enhancements will include Google Cloud Network Connectivity Support. This will also include AWS Transit Gateway support and new hardware appliances, increasing the simplification of interconnectivity management. Virtual employees will appreciate the software client approach, rather than required additional hardware brought inside their homes. Due to the increased need for remote working, the … [Read more...]
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