There’s no avoiding the cloud, it’s here to stay. When cloud technology first emerged, Microsoft was quick to embrace it. And it’s no surprise that the software giant is now positioned at the forefront of cloud technology with its flagship productivity suite, Office 365. Office 365 is proof that cloud technology just keeps getting better.[…]
You hear about it every day, but do you really know what cloud computing is? Do you know what providers are talking about when they sell ‘Software as a Service’? Let us explain. Forget your local computer. Forget on-site servers. The cloud is all about storing and accessing data and programs over the internet. The[…]
From a distance, it may appear that Google Apps and Office 365 pose a similar offering in the world of cloud-based productivity tools (email, documents, calendar and file-sharing). Take a closer look and you will see that Microsoft’s cloud-enabled products come with the reliability, ease of integration and security that you would expect from the[…]
We know… sometimes it’s a bit of a pain. Trying to get work done while the IT guy is on your machine. Or trying to serve customers while a technician crawls over the counter. There are many cases where it’s just not convenient to have your IT support person on site. Did you know many[…]
As technology gets smarter, so too do the cyber criminals. These days, cybercrime is so clever not even technologies like Point of Sale systems, ATMs and routers are immune to attack. Whether you’re running a home office or a major corporation security breaches can, and will, happen. The best way to combat cyber attack is[…]
Love them or loath them, passwords are the key to the front door of your business. And a strong password is the best way to keep that door securely locked. To do this properly, a password manager is a must. A password manager does more than save you from the hassle of remembering numerous passwords[…]
Unless you’re thinking of ditching the computer for a chalkboard… or swapping your laptop for paper and a pencil, dealing with IT issues is an inevitable part of running a small business. Whether it’s help with software upgrades, training, or recovering from a disaster, IT support is a service no business can survive without. While[…]
Still not convinced about the cloud? Here are four ways it will save your business thousands Looking for a way to get a competitive edge and stay one step ahead of your competitors? Look to the cloud. Products like Office365, online CRM software packages and cloud storage programs help businesses streamline, speed up and enhance[…]