IT Support Tips

What are the benefits of cloud migration?   Cloud migration is the process of moving data, applications, or other digital assets from an on-premises environment to the cloud. In certain cases, cloud migrations may also refer to moving digital assets from one cloud platform to another.    Before businesses migrate to the cloud, they must carefully analyze their goals, budget, network performance, and IT environment. They must then create a thorough execution plan that ensures [...]

Why is data backup and recovery important for businesses?   There's nothing more frustrating than spending hours working in front of a computer on a project, only to lose all your progress due to an accident or technical error. Unfortunately, these incidents are far more common than you think, causing many teams to panic.    While the thought of losing important data can be scary, the good news is that there are ways to protect [...]

How to protect your business from cyberattacks From online scams to advanced persistent threats, businesses are constantly at risk of cyberattacks. When companies are hit with a cyberattack, they often lose millions of dollars due to data loss, downtime, lawsuits, and reputational damage. It's not uncommon for companies to go out of business due to a devastating cyberattack. Therefore, having a robust cybersecurity framework in place is extremely crucial. To protect your business from cyberattacks, [...]

What should businesses do immediately after a data breach?   A data breach occurs when an unauthorized person gains access to sensitive data through hacking, phishing, or malware. It's therefore important for a company to have a decisive data breach response plan or the repercussions could be devastating. What are the potential negative impacts of a data breach? A data breach can have many consequences for your organization, including:   Operational disruption – A data [...]

Bring your own device (BYOD) is a business strategy where employees are allowed to use their personal devices for work. This strategy has become a mainstream practice over the years, especially since businesses in Chicago, Tampa, and all over the world are adopting remote work.  One benefit of BYOD is that businesses save a lot of money because they don’t have to purchase and issue devices for each employee. They also have fewer devices to [...]

Having a clear, well-crafted budget is integral to your business. Without it, different departments won’t understand their spending limits and inadvertently stretch the company’s financial resources thin.  If your organization relies on technology in any capacity, then you must have a solid IT budget planned for 2022. We understand that IT can be difficult to budget for, especially since it’s an incredibly nuanced field that covers cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, and more. That’s why we’ve [...]