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Migrating from Google Workspace to Office 365

As businesses continue to grow and evolve, the need for efficient and reliable communication and collaboration tools has become increasingly important. Google Workspace (formerly known as G Suite) has been a popular choice for businesses seeking cloud-based productivity tools for years. However, in recent years, Microsoft’s Office 365 has gained significant ground in the market,

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Cloud Migration Strategy: A Small Business IT Guide

Cloud computing has quickly become the norm for small businesses, but cloud migration is still not a simple process. It requires careful planning and implementation that can be difficult to manage independently. That’s why we created this guide: to help you navigate the road with a successful cloud migration strategy. Training for Employee Cyber Security

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10 Essential Cyber Security Awareness Training Topics for 2023

Cyber-attacks are one of the biggest threats organizations face today. According to a recent study commissioned by Juniper Research, the cost of cybercrime will exceed $226 billion by 2027. That’s a lot of money! The good news is that there are simple steps you can take to protect your business from these threats, including cyber security awareness

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Apple’s New M2 MacBook Pro: Worth The Upgrade?

New year, new releases! Apple just announced its new M2 and M2 Max MacBook Pro laptops, along with a new M2 Pro chip for the next MacBook Pro. The Apple laptops are getting bigger internal updates after a long time! The battery life is about 22 hours on a single charge. The M2 Pro and

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Top 7 Benefits of Dental IT Support for SMBs

If you’re a dentist, you know what it’s like to be at the mercy of your IT. Your practice is on the front lines of the digital world, but many practices can’t afford to hire their own in-house IT staff and often lack the resources to keep up with all the latest updates and advancements.

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Why small businesses are outsourcing their IT in 2023

The state of small business IT in 2023 One of the biggest trends leading up to 2023 is IT outsourcing amongst small businesses, and as a practice that saves time, hassle and money, this tactic is here to stay. In the past, it was enough for a small business to have a website and an

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Secure your Passwords with Multi-Factor Authentication for Businesses

With the increasing cost of breaches and the amount of sensitive data businesses store in their systems, multi-factor authentication (MFA) is more important than ever. MFA adds an extra layer of security to your user accounts by requiring users to verify their identity using something they have, like a token or app. This means that

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Preventing Hospital EHR Downtime with Technology

Healthcare facilities have always been susceptible to IT outages. However, the increased adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) and other digital tools has increased the risk of downtime. In a study by Ponemon Institute, the average cost of downtime costs $7,900 per minute for hospitals, putting hospitals at risk of exposing sensitive data and patient records. In

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The Complete Guide to Email Security for Small Businesses

In a world of fast-paced work environments and evolving tech responsibilities, data and privacy are valuable assets that businesses must protect. As companies adopt new technologies and cyber-attacks follow suit, they must become cyber-resilient. Time and money are at stake when your business’s email security falls through the cracks. Several cyber security strategies can be

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Preparing a technology business continuity plan for 2023

Before companies adopted technology, business leaders relied on business continuity plans (BCP) for natural disasters and potential threats. As businesses begin to incorporate more technology into their offices, the necessity of having a technology business continuity plan increases. As we approach 2023 with more technology in our offices, the growing need for a business continuity

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4 technology tips for small businesses during the holiday season

As the holiday season rolls around and businesses wrap up their budget planning for next year, business leaders focus on getting the best return for each dollar spent. Whether it’s cutting excess fat or investing in a plan for the long term, there are multiple ways the owners can go about this. Optimizing technology usage,