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Tips to minimize VoIP downtime and increase productivity

October 31st, 2022

Although Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems are more dependable than traditional landlines, there's always a chance of downtime since the whole network is connected to the internet. If your internet connection fails, so does your business phone service.

Improve hybrid work with these new Microsoft 365 features

October 28th, 2022

Today’s hybrid workplace poses many challenges, including maintaining employee productivity, streamlining communications, and facilitating collaboration. The good news is that Microsoft 365’s dynamic new features can help organizations overcome these problems.

Gmail productivity tips you should know

October 26th, 2022

A study done by the McKinsey Global Institute found that employees spend an average of 13 hours every week checking their emails. You can bring that number down and spend more time focusing on essential tasks by trying these Gmail tips.
Use keyboard shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts can help you go through your emails quickly.

IT News, Trends And Information You May Have Missed In 2022

October 26th, 2022

The year 2022 will soon be on its way out the door. It became a year full of ups and downs for many small businesses, but it still felt more promising than the past few years in the midst of the pandemic. Many small-business owners used this past year to reevaluate their IT services.

Be prepared for disasters: Business continuity planning for SMBs

October 24th, 2022

A major crisis can happen to any business, at any time, so it's important to be prepared for when things go wrong. One way to do this is by creating a business continuity plan (BCP). In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of having a BCP and how it can help you keep your small- or medium-sized business (SMB) running during a crisis.

Update your passwords now

October 19th, 2022

If you're like most people, you probably have passwords that are easy to remember or use the same one for multiple accounts. But by doing either of these, you could be putting yourself at risk to cyberattacks. To ensure the security of your online accounts, follow the latest password guidelines from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), which we’ve outlined for you in this blog.

What is firmware and why is it important?

October 10th, 2022

Securing your small business is a never-ending battle, but there are some steps you can take to make it a little bit easier. One of those steps is making sure your firmware is up to date. But what is firmware and why is it crucial to update it regularly? Read on to learn more.

What are the costs associated with owning a VoIP system?

October 7th, 2022

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems are a more cost-effective alternative to traditional phone systems. For a fixed monthly bill, you get enterprise-grade business communication tools but without the expensive call rates of old landline telephones.

Streamline your schedule with Microsoft 365

October 5th, 2022

Microsoft 365 is chock-full of features that can help businesses stay organized and connected. One of these is the ability to share calendars with co-workers. In this blog post, we will walk you through the steps in sharing calendars using Microsoft 365.
What is Outlook?
Outlook is a personal information manager from Microsoft, available as part of the Microsoft 365 suite.

What is single sign-on and why should you be using it

October 3rd, 2022

If you use multiple applications and accounts for work, you know how frustrating it can be to have to enter different usernames and passwords for each one. That's where single sign-on comes in.
What is single sign on?
Single sign-on or SSO is an authentication method that lets users access several applications and websites with a single set of login credentials.