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The IT Nightmares Lurking in Your Office
As Halloween approaches, it’s not just ghosts and monsters causing chills, the tech world has its own spooky mysteries too. At Edmondson’s, we love a good tech tale, so this Halloween we’ve gathered some eerie and fascinating IT stories to give you a fright.
8 Spooky Halloween Tales from the World of Tech
As Halloween approaches and the nights grow darker, Edmondson’s is diving into the spooky side of technology. From eerie mysteries to strange real-life IT tales, we’ve uncovered some fascinating and unexplained stories from the tech world that are sure to send a chill down your spine.
Is Your Business Still Using Windows 10? Here’s How You Could Be at Risk
Microsoft has officially ended all support and updates for Windows 10, leaving businesses without vital security patches or protection from new threats. If your systems still run on Windows 10, your data and operations could be at risk. Edmondson’s is helping businesses across Yorkshire and the UK upgrade to Windows 11 to stay secure, compliant and future-ready.
How VoIP Phone Systems’ can Improve your Businesses Remote and Hybrid Work
Remote and hybrid working are now standard for many businesses, making reliable communication essential. At Edmondson’s, we help companies across Yorkshire and the UK adopt VoIP systems that deliver flexibility, control and cost savings for a more connected, mobile workforce.
The Landline Switch-Off: What Every Business Should Know
The UK’s landline network will be switched off in 2026, meaning all businesses still using traditional phone lines must move to digital systems. Edmondson’s is helping companies across Yorkshire and the UK make a smooth transition to faster, more reliable VoIP solutions built for the future.
Maximising Business Wi-Fi: What You Need to Know
Wi-Fi is now essential for modern business, powering everything from cloud tools to VoIP and security systems. At Edmondson's, we’ve seen how upgrading to fast, secure and reliable business Wi-Fi can eliminate issues like poor connections and boost both productivity and collaboration.
The Power of Preventative IT Maintenance
Many businesses rely on IT but only seek help when problems occur. Edmondson's takes a proactive approach, using preventative IT maintenance to keep systems running smoothly and avoid issues before they happen.
Why Professional Email Signatures Matter More Than You Think
Email is still one of the most important tools for business communication, but many companies overlook the power of a professional email signature. At Edmondson’s, we see this often, yet a well-designed signature can make a bigger impact on clients, suppliers and partners than most businesses realise.
Top Microsoft 365 Features Businesses Don’t Use (But Should)
Many businesses only use Microsoft 365 for basics like email and Word, but the platform includes powerful tools that can boost productivity, collaboration and security. At Edmondson's, we help businesses unlock overlooked features like Teams project management, SharePoint, Power Automate and advanced security settings to save time, cut costs and work smarter.
Cost-Effective Cyber Security Measures Every SME Should Know
Cyber security isn’t just a concern for big corporations, small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) are becoming prime targets for cyber criminals, often because their defences aren’t as strong. The good news? Protecting your business doesn’t have to come with a big price tag. With a few simple and affordable steps, you can greatly reduce the risk and give your team peace of mind online. At Edmondson’s, we specialise in helping businesses put practical, cost-effective safeguards in place.
How the End of Windows 10 Support Could Affect Your Business Compliance
The end of Windows 10 support on 14 October brings not only performance and compatibility issues but also serious compliance risks. Businesses handling sensitive data could face legal breaches, fines and reputational damage. Edmondson’s can help you prepare and protect your business.
5 Simple Ways to Protect Your Business Data Without Breaking the Bank
At Edmondson's, we believe protecting your data shouldn't cost you a fortune. With these five simple steps, you can make sure your business and your customers are protected without having to break the bank.
5 Signs Your Businesses IT Might be Running on Sticky Tape
Many businesses rely on quick fixes and workarounds, which we call running on sticky tape. While this keeps things moving in the short term, it often leads to bigger problems, higher costs and reduced efficiency over time.
The Top 5 Things Your Computer Wishes You’d Stop Doing
Many businesses develop bad computer habits that harm performance, security and lifespan. Edmondson’s often sees the same avoidable issues, but by avoiding them you can keep systems running smoothly and prevent costly downtime.
5 Ways to Automate Your Accounts Using Sage Integrations
Managing accounts manually is slow and error prone, but Sage integrations can automate much of the process, helping small and medium businesses save time, improve efficiency and focus on growth and customer service.
10 Things You (Probably) Didn’t Know about IT
Tech tends to have a reputation for being overly serious, packed with complicated code, incomprehensible jargon, high-end innovations and world-shaping breakthroughs. But behind the all the screens and server rooms, there’s a lighter side full of quirky stories and unexpected gems. We’ve rounded up some of our favourite tech story’s that are bound to give you a smile.
Supercharge Your Business with a Digital Growth Voucher
Many small to medium-sized businesses are investing in digital technology to drive success, but not all have the budget available. The Digital Growth Voucher offers £2,000 to £12,500 in funding to support eligible West Yorkshire businesses with their digital projects. Edmondson’s helps businesses make the most of this opportunity to achieve real growth.
What Does Your IT Setup Say About You?
Ever wondered what your IT setup says about your business? Whether you're clinging to ancient hardware, drowning in tangled cables or running a smooth, lightning-fast system, your tech tells a story and at Edmondson’s, we’ve seen it all. We’ve put together a light-hearted quiz to help you find out what your setup really says about you.
Why an IT Health Check Could Save You Thousands
In today’s fast-moving world, IT no longer just supports your business; It’s the backbone of how companies operate. Whether you're handling customer data, processing transactions, or keeping your team connected, your IT systems are working silently in the background, helping everything to run smoothly. But what happens when something goes wrong? An outdated server, a failed backup, or a slow broadband connection could all result in unexpected downtime, lost sales and security breaches. That’s where a free IT Health Check from Edmondson’s can come in.
Dedicated or Shared Servers: Which One’s Right for Your Business?
Choosing the right server solution can make a big difference to how efficiently your business operates online. Whether you're hosting a website, running applications or managing data, it all comes down to the server that powers it behind the scenes. At Edmondson's, we know that every business has unique needs, so understanding the difference between shared and dedicated servers is essential before making any decision.
5 Ways Better IT Can Improve Customer Service in Your Business
Great customer service isn’t just about friendly staff or fast replies. Behind every smooth interaction is a strong IT setup that keeps everything connected, secure and running on time. Whether it’s stable broadband, a modern phone system or easy access to customer data, the right tech helps your team respond faster and work smarter. At Edmondson’s, we’ve worked with businesses of all sizes to improve their customer service through simple IT upgrades. Here are five ways better IT can help make your customer service stronger, consistent and professional.
What’s the Difference Between Residential and Business Broadband?
Broadband is embedded within the modern office space, from cloud storage and phone lines to card payments and CCTV feeds. Many small and medium sized businesses still use standard residential broadband to save money, however slow speeds and patchy support can soon cost far more in the long term. But what’s the real difference between business broadband and home packages?
But what if that data was suddenly lost, corrupted or held to ransom? Without the right backup strategy, many businesses find themselves vulnerable to downtime, financial loss and even legal trouble. At Edmondson's, we help businesses protect their critical data through secure backup solutions, tailored specifically to your needs. Here's five ways we could help you avoid some of the most common mistakes businesses make when backing up their data.
5 of the Most Common Backup Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)
When it comes to keeping your business running smoothly, data is everything. From customer records and financial documents to vital software and confidential emails, your business depends on quick access to reliable information. But what if that data was suddenly lost, corrupted or held to ransom? Without the right backup strategy, many businesses find themselves vulnerable to downtime, financial loss and even legal trouble. At Edmondson's, we help businesses protect their critical data through secure backup solutions, tailored specifically to your needs. Here's five ways we could help you avoid some of the most common mistakes businesses make when backing up their data.
Why Cyber Essentials Certification Matters for Your Business
In today's fast-paced digital world, cyber threats are a growing concern for businesses of all sizes. A single cyber attack can bring operations to a halt, cause financial damage and erode trust with customers. That’s why at Edmondson’s, we recommend the Cyber Essentials certification as a critical step in your business’s cybersecurity journey. Cyber Essentials is a government-backed certification scheme designed to help businesses protect themselves from the most common online threats. It provides a solid foundation of cybersecurity and demonstrates to customers, suppliers and stakeholders that your business takes data protection seriously.
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