Tame Your Technology for a More Productive New Year

Productivity
With the holiday season officially behind us, most of us are back to the grind, working towards our 2018 goals and resolutions. “Be more productive” is a goal shared by many. IT marketers will tell you technology is the key to being more productive in today’s workplace. Most fail to tell you that’s only true when
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Resolve to Improve Cybersecurity in Your Business This New Year

New Years Resolution
I sound like a broken record some days: security, security, security. Despite our increased awareness of the ever-growing number of cyber threats each one of us face when we turn on our internet connected devices, I continue to be surprised by the number of people that do not take basic steps towards protecting themselves (and
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What to Consider When Budgeting for New Year Technology Purchases

Budget Plan
If your company’s fiscal year ends with the calendar year, now is the time for new year budgeting. Budgeting for technology purchases can be an overwhelming process. It is easy to overlook critical items that must be included in your budget plan.  There are several key items that must be considered as part of your
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Webinar Event: EHR in the Cloud

EHR Webinar
Are you feeling pressured to move your EHR to the Cloud?   If so, you are not alone. Many EHR vendors today encourage practices to move their EHRs out of their offices and into the cloud. But how do you know if this is the right decision for your practice? The decision to move your EHR to the
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Calculating the Cost of “Good Enough”

Opportunity Cost
“But we’ve always done it this way.”  As a business leader, you would never accept that response from one of your staff members if you observed them performing a task in a manner you know is unproductive or unprofitable. Lost time and lost opportunity equate to lost revenue. You know this and you likely work
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What You Must Know About Ransomware – Part 2

Ransomware
Last month’s column introduced readers to ransomware, a form of malicious software developed to restrict user’s access to their data until a ransom is paid to a hacker in exchange for a decryption key to unlock the files. If you read last month’s column, you’ll recall that email is the most common way ransomware is
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It’s Time for a Digital Spring Cleaning

Computer Maintenance
Spring has traditionally been the time of year that we throw open the windows, air out our homes, and give everything a thorough, deep cleaning. While the tradition is waning, there are still individuals who advocate for this practice. I’m one of them. I find that a good spring cleaning helps me to get organized
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4 Reasons Consumer Grade Computer Equipment Does Not Belong in Your Business

Computer Equipment
A question I’m frequently asked is “Why shouldn’t I buy my business’ computer equipment off the shelf at the local box store? Is there a difference between that equipment and what I’d get from a business-class technology retailer?”  The answer is yes! While the equipment available for purchase at the local retail store may look
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Why You Need to Retire Your Outdated Technology

Outdated Technology
As another year draws to a close, we typically begin having thoughts like “out with the old and in with the new.” We create new budgets set new goals as we look forward to another successful year of business. How much thought are you giving to the technology tools that you use in your business?
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Business Technologies To Be Thankful For

‘Tis the season to be thankful! I’m often asked what business technologies I rely on and how they help me in my professional life. In honor of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, here are business technologies to be thankful for.   1. Mobile Tools I’m always on the go. Mobile tools (coupled with the flexible work
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