Top 6 Questions to Ask About Outsourcing Your IT
READ TIME: 4 MIN When looking at your entire IT infrastructure, many companies choose to outsource their IT. There are several reasons for this, but collectively – budget savings and the convenience of domestically outsourcing reigns. When choosing between an internal IT team and outsourced IT support and managed services, you must look at all […]
Read MoreYour 2020 IT Budget is More Than a Dollar Amount
READ TIME: 7 MIN Your 2020 IT Budget either has its number solidified or you are in the final stages of approval. The challenge with your 2020 IT budget is less about the actual number assigned but rather about the projects and maintenance required to ensure your business either continues normal operations or enhances operations to achieve growth. First and foremost, your expectations should be defined to […]
Read MoreHow Technology Can Provide Positive Impact During Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
READ TIME: 2 MIN Most businesses have a hyper-focus on either (or both) organic growth or inorganic growth. Specifically regarding inorganic growth, the impact of a merger or acquisition on a company and its employees can have some challenges, but having the foresight to involve your IT Provider during due diligence (if possible) will place […]
Read MoreHoliday Office Party Mishap Prevention in Memes
READ TIME: 3 MIN Office holiday parties and the celebratory time of year brings joy, laughter, and of course- office party mishaps. From spilling refreshments on keyboards to the hundreds of emails that flood inboxes, we are here to make the best of the holiday season. And let’s be honest, sometimes a meme can say […]
Read MoreBe Ahead of Your Competitors by Using Technology
READ TIME: 2 MIN What determines the top businesses in a field? Whether it is by votes or qualifications, most businesses strive to be among the best in their industry. One thing that is often overlooked is the way that technology can be used to ensure business continuity as well as optimal efficiency in the […]
Read MoreHas Your IT Provider Been Naughty or Nice This Year?
READ TIME: 2 MIN With Christmas around the corner, take the time to ask yourself how your IT provider did this year and the impact they had on your business. Hopefully your provider deserves what they want for Christmas, but unfortunately some will deserve a lump of coal. Here are a few questions to ask: Does your IT company […]
Read MoreHow Azure is Improving Business Worldwide
READ TIME: 3 MIN Your company’s data is a ticket to its success. Immediate access as well as protecting and securing that data is at the top of the priority list. NexusTek’s Microsoft Gold status and being a Microsoft Azure certified partner ensures that you have a technology partner that can handle your data in a responsible fashion. According […]
Read MoreHow To Guarantee Expense Deductions By The End of 2019
READ TIME: 2 MIN In 2019, the Section 179 Tax Deduction allows small businesses to write off up to one million dollars from equipment purchased during 2019. This includes, but is not limited to: Servers Desktops/ Laptops Software considered “off the shelf” Phone systems and equipment Does My Business Qualify? Ask yourself the following questions: […]
Read More5 Tips for Failure-Proofing Your Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans
READ TIME: 4 MIN In a day and age where IT downtime costs $20,000 an hour, SMBs can’t afford to leave disaster recovery planning to chance. Recently, we talked about various threats SMBs face — from natural disasters and cyberthreats to day-to-day hardware failures. We also showed how most disasters strike when we least expect them, and […]
Read MoreCyber Security Tip: Detecting Attacks Over Low-Traffic Ports
READ TIME: 4 MIN Last year, cyber security experts witnessed an increase in the number of encrypted web application, highly targeted phishing and ransomware attacks. IoT (Internet of Things) attacks also increased by 217.5 percent when compared with 2017 numbers. In the wake of vulnerabilities like Spectre, Meltdown, Foreshadow, and PortSmash, threat researchers have identified […]
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