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How to Increase Productivity With Keyboard Shortcuts
Increasing business productivity is a great way to streamline your workflow as well as save money and save time. One often-overlooked way to boost productivity is by utilising keyboard shortcuts.
How to Stay Safe Online During Black Friday
It is safe to say that Black Friday is the biggest shopping event of the year. This means a rise in the threat of falling victim to cybercriminals who are looking to take advantage of those looking to snag a quick bargain.
Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft’s New AI Assistant
Microsoft Copilot is the latest AI tool by Microsoft aimed to help improve user experience across Microsoft’s various applications and platforms. In this blog, we outline the different features of Copilot that you can use to speed up your everyday business routine.
Common Cybersecurity Threats for Small Businesses
NCSAM serves as a reminder that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, and everyone has a role to play in creating a safer and more secure online environment. Which is why this blog discusses the common cybersecurity threats small businesses suffer from as well tips for businesses to help boost their online security.
What is Sustainable IT?
Sustainable IT, also known as Green IT, refers to the production, use, and disposal of technology in a way that creates a positive impact on the environment. The goal of sustainable IT is to reduce the overall negative impact on the environment while meeting the needs of individuals and businesses.
Birmingham City Council’s IT disaster
Birmingham City Council, the largest in Europe, has found itself in a financial situation as a result of a series of costly expenditures and expensive investments. The investments the council put all their financial resources into, one of them being an IT system, essentially failed.
Cyber Security and Data Privacy for Small Businesses
Cyber security and data privacy has been a hot topic for businesses in recent years. This is due to a new-found emphasis being placed on the importance of cybersecurity and keeping your data safe. In this blog, we provide the common vulnerabilities small businesses face when concerned with cyber threats, the cost of ignoring cyber security, and cost-effective solutions you can implement to protect you and your business.
Best Practices for Data Backup to keep your data safe
Data security is a top priority for any business. It not only helps to prevent data loss, but it also acts as an extra layer of defence between your company and cyber criminals. This blog discusses the importance of data backup as well as best practices you can use to improve your data security.
How to better manage your IT budget
Having an IT budget is essential and is an important step toward better financial control. However, managing your IT budget can be difficult. In this blog we discuss how to better manage your IT budget in a way that suits your business.
Buying or leasing: Should you buy your IT infrastructure or pay monthly?
When working with an IT provider, you will frequently have the option of purchasing or leasing your hardware. In this blog, we discuss the advantages and disadvantages of buying and leasing, as well as which is best for your business.
ChatGPT: The pros and cons for businesses
Since its launch in November last year, OpenAI's ChatGPT has been revolutionising the way businesses work. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using ChatGPT, as well as whether it is a tool you should use in your business.
The benefits of CCTV for businesses
A robust CCTV system is an essential tool for any business, regardless of size. We’ve listed a couple of benefits for having CCTV for your business, including enhanced employee protection, and reduced theft:
How to secure your WordPress website
Despite the fact that WordPress is a generally secure platform, it can be vulnerable to cyberattacks if you do not take the necessary security precautions. This blog discusses the importance of securing your WordPress website as well as the steps you can take to secure your website.
How to optimise your PC for maximum speed and performance
As your computer gets older, you may notice a reduction in speed of your system performance. This can be caused by a variety of factors such as hardware degradation, software issues, and a lack of memory. There are a few things you can do to improve the longevity of your PC before purchasing a new one.
Top 5 3CX Features Every Business Should Know About
From call recording to video conferencing the possibilities are endless with 3CX. In this blog, we’ve compiled our top 5 3CX features you need to know to help you make the most out of your phone systems.
Ways in which web design impacts your business
With 94% of users citing that web design as the reason they mistrust or reject a website, website design plays a huge part in how your audience views your website, and a poor web design will create a negative perspective over your business and your brand.
Latest online scams you need to look out for
Although some online scams can be identified easily by their poor grammar or obvious contact information, others are more difficult to recognise and may lead to financial losses or a scammer getting their hands on your sensitive data. In this blog, we discuss some of the newer scams that many people in the UK have fallen victim to.
International Women’s Day 2023
8th March marks the day for International Women’s Day (IWD). This day commemorates the progress made in closing the gender gap in many areas of social, economic, cultural, and political life. It also serves to highlight the work that remains to be done in order to achieve gender equality.
How to find the right IT provider for your business
Finding the right IT support provider can be a game changer for your company. But, with so many options, it can be difficult to know where to begin. In this blog post, we will go over the most important factors to consider when choosing the best IT support provider for your business.
VoIP Phones VS Landline: Which is best for your business?
The business world has embraced the flexibility and feature that VoIP provides. While traditional landline phones have served businesses well, VoIP can simply provide far more flexibility - not to mention far more useful calling features at significantly lower cost.
April 2023 Microsoft Price Increase
Microsoft announced in late 2022 that a variety of price increases will go into effect on April 1st, 2023. This price increase is due to Microsoft's local currency pricing policy. As a result, customers in the UK will face a 9% increase on their Microsoft Cloud Services from 1st April 2023.
Unleash Your Business’ Full Potential With Business WiFi
The digital world is evolving faster than ever. This means your customer’s demands are also rising. Advanced WiFi solutions can help provide you with a competitive edge like no other. You’ll not only have a system that will be able to support your staff and customers, but power your business to new heights.
A Beginner’s Guide To: Bespoke CRM Systems
Bespoke CRM systems are powerful systems completely that customised your business. These systems help you to save both time and money by streamlining your work processes. In this blog we're covering everything you need to know about CRM systems as well as which one is perfect for your business.
Is Hollywood’s Portrayal of Cyber Security Accurate
Hollywood has its own perspective on cyber security and is notorious for dramatising cyber security scenes. In this blog, we’ll be discussing what is the true reality of IT and discuss the stereotypes within cyber security movies and TV Shows.
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