Picture this: your business’s front door is locked tight, alarm systems are humming, and firewalls are up, but someone sneaks in through the back door, via a trusted vendor. Sound like a nightmare? It’s happening more often than you think. Cybercriminals aren’t always hacking directly into your systems anymore. Instead, they exploit the vulnerabilities in the software, services, and suppliers … Read More
Save Time and Money by Automating Workflows with Power Automate
Let’s be honest, operating a small or medium-sized business requires wearing multiple hats. From chasing approvals to manually updating spreadsheets, it’s easy for your team to get stuck doing time-consuming tasks that drag down productivity. That’s where smart IT solutions come in, and one of the most effective tools available today is Microsoft Power Automate. In 2024, 85% of business … Read More
Say goodbye to hours wasted on PowerPoint slides
PowerPoint presentations still hold a firm place in many business meetings. But, let’s be honest, they’re a real pain to create. If you regularly use PowerPoint, Microsoft’s got a solution you’ll love…
From Offer Letter to First Login: How IT Makes New Hire Setup Easy
There’s nothing worse than walking into a new job and spending your first day filling out forms, asking where the bathroom is, and staring at a screen that still doesn’t have your login credentials. It’s awkward, overwhelming, and not the welcome anyone hopes for. According to Gallup, only 12% of employees strongly feel that their company performs an excellent job … Read More
Windows 11 will warn you if someone’s snooping
You know that feeling that someone’s looking over your shoulder?
When you’re working, it’s not just creepy, it’s a security issue. But Microsoft’s working on a very cool feature in Windows 11 that will stop people snooping at your work. Here’s what we know so far…
Don’t Let Outdated Tech Slow You Down: Build a Smart IT Refresh Plan
Nothing throws off your day like a frozen screen or a sluggish computer. If you run a small business, you’ve probably dealt with outdated tech more than once. Sure, squeezing extra life out of old equipment feels economical, but it often costs more in the long run. Small businesses lose approximately 98 hours per year, equivalent to 12 working days, … Read More
90% of businesses are now using generative AI
You’ve probably heard a lot about generative AI. But did you think about the huge impact it’s having on businesses across the globe? The list of benefits is endless. If you’re not keeping up, this is what you’re missing out on…
Building a Smart Data Retention Policy: What Your Small Business Needs to Keep (and Delete)
Does it ever seem like your small business is overwhelmed with data? This is a very common phenomenon. The digital world has transformed how small businesses operate. We now have an overwhelming volume of information to manage employee records, contracts, logs, financial statements, not to mention customer emails and backups. A study by PR Newswire shows that 72% of business … Read More
Avoid Cloud Bill Shock: Cost Optimization Tips Every Small Business Should Know
The cloud can be your greatest asset or your biggest financial headache. One minute you’re deploying apps and scaling infrastructure, and the next you’re hit with a cloud bill that strains your budget. Sound familiar? It’s a common business problem. A study by Nextwork also shows that cloud spending is expected to increase by 21.5% in 2025 compared to 2024 … Read More
Beware: Is that Microsoft… or a phishing attempt?
Another email from Microsoft. But this time it’s asking you to take urgent action to protect your account. Before you click any links or provide any personal information, ask yourself: Is it really Microsoft? Or could it be a phishing attempt? Here’s how to tell…
