Working from Home Trends Long before the COVID-19 pandemic forced many of us to office from home on a temporary basis, the trend of working from home had been steadily increasing. In fact, between 2005 and 2018, the US experienced a work at home increase of 173%. (Source) According to the U.S. Census Bureau of Labor Statistics, 3.4% of the … Read More
Making the Cloud less “Cloudy” – Optimizing Your Cloud Computing Options
In the Cloud? Chances are your company is already utilizing some form of cloud-based computing. In fact, 68% of US businesses have adopted managed cloud infrastructure services in 2020. (Source) If you’re one of the 32% that has yet to make the switch, you may want to review the following top 5 reasons to consider moving to the cloud: Financial … Read More
21st Annual International System Administrator Appreciation Day
What the Heck is SysAdmin Day? System Administrator Appreciation Day is held on the last Friday of July. This year it is being held on July 31st, 2020. It was created in 1999 and is recognized internationally. Not all Superheroes wear capes . . . I.T. Superheroes for example: consult with their clients, design computer systems, purchase and install new … Read More
Technology Trends in Manufacturing
While the manufacturing industry has a reputation for being slow to hop on the technology bandwagon, in reality, technology is taking the industry by storm. Here’s a peek at some of the biggest technology trends in the manufacturing industry today and how they are revolutionizing the way manufacturers do business. The move to cloud computing An increasing number of manufacturers … Read More
Multi-Factor Authentication: Why it’s Worth the Extra Step
MFA: What is it? Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a security process that ensures a user is granted access only after supplying 2 or more credentials to authenticate their identity. The username and password is generally the first authentication credential. The second is typically a code from a security token or a code sent via text or email. The purpose of … Read More
Cybersecurity Solutions for Your Remote Workers
With the recent outbreak of COVID-19, employers are scrambling to adapt their operations to accommodate a remote workforce. In line with measures to protect ourselves, our families, our loved ones and our communities from the spread of this devastating virus, we must work hard to protect our remote workers from security breaches that could compromise data, shut down systems and … Read More
Implement These Work-from-Home Solutions for Your Business!
In the past 5 years, telecommuting has increased by 44%. In 2017, it was estimated that 8 million people were working from home and that number has continued to climb rapidly. There are pros and cons to allowing employees to work remotely. On the positive side, it can help you decrease overhead costs, allow you to draw from a bigger … Read More
5 Ways to Optimize Your Computer Performance
Poor computer performance can be frustrating. If your computer is slow to start or runs slowly, freezes up from time to time, or your browser is getting sluggish, it can be tempting to throw in the towel and start shopping for a replacement. However, there are a few things you can do to make your computer run more efficiently before … Read More
Artificial Intelligence and its Role in the 2020 Workplace
Artificial Intelligence is beginning to impact almost every area of life, from applications on our phones and computers to a bevy of workplace management tools, and much, much more. In some cases, AI is even being used to improve AI technology! And you can expect to see even more AI in your day to day life in the coming years, … Read More
Pros and Cons to the Virtual Office: Should your Small Business make the Switch?
Anyone running a small business has a potential business model that wasn’t an option twenty years ago: The virtual office. The internet has made the virtual office possible. Communication, data sharing, document exchange, and video conferencing have all made it possible for a business to rely on a team of employees who come to work virtually, instead of IRL (in … Read More