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
5 Reasons to be Thankful When SOL-I.S. is Your Managed I.T. Provider
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s a great time of the year to remember what we are thankful for. Family, friends, our health, and of course, your Managed I.T. Provider! Just kidding. We’re not expecting to be at the top of your personal “Thankful-For” list, but when your team partners with SOL-I.S., we just might be at the … Read More
The Scary Side of a Data Breach
Data is the heartbeat of your business and is becoming increasingly integral to the longevity of your company. In fact, some experts are saying that data is becoming the most valuable asset in the world. No matter how small or large your business might be, data is certainly something to be protected. Although it is common to assume that big … Read More
Why Managed I.T. Services?
Every business which relies on I.T. needs to have a plan for maintenance, security, trouble-shooting, disaster recovery and upgrades. Simply put, there are three ways to take care of those crucial I.T. needs: In-house model: An in-house expert or team takes care of all aspects of I.T. They’re paid via salary. Break/Fix model: An outside vendor is called in when … Read More
Critical Cybersecurity Measures for Small Businesses
Another day, another news story of businesses hit by cyberattacks. While the headline is becoming commonplace, the devastating effects of these cyberattacks still rock business owners at the core, Am I doing everything I can to protect my business? How do I stay one step ahead of cybercriminals’ latest schemes? What if my business is tomorrow’s headline? Fortunately, there are … Read More
Understanding IoT Devices and Potential Security Risks
The Internet of Things, or IoT, is a growing number of devices that can connect and communicate with one another over the Internet and which can be remotely monitored and controlled. Although IoT’s roots date back to 1982, it wasn’t until 2008-2009 that the number of “things” connected to the Internet officially surpassed the number of people connected to the … Read More
How to Avoid the Phishing Net!
Cybercrime is a lucrative industry. In 2018, it grossed over $1.5 trillion dollars and is expected to cost over $6 trillion by 2021, according to the Official Annual Cybercrime report. Where there is money to be made, legal or not, there are people eager to make it. Phishing is one of many cybercrimes that scammers are pursuing…and they’re largely succeeding. … Read More
Implementing an IT Asset Lifecycle Management System
What IT assets does your company possess? Chances are if you were to make a list of these assets there would be some you would forget. Your IT assets include all hardware and software on your network and keeping track of them – let alone managing them – can be a daunting task. However, without asset management vigilance, your company … Read More
Why Managed IT Services Are So Important to Small Businesses
Traditional IT tech support is becoming more irrelevant as managed IT services take IT by storm. Whereas traditional tech support offers a break-fix, or reactive approach, managed IT is proactive and offers monitoring, maintenance and technical support. Similar to maintaining in-house IT but without the hefty price tag that small businesses struggle to afford, managed IT companies familiarize themselves with … Read More