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Worried About IT? With a Virtual CIO, You Don’t Have to Be

For many small or mid-sized businesses (SMBs), having an IT department of their own is something that would be nice to have, but may be out of their league. (Fortunately, managed IT services now allow them to enjoy the benefits of utilizing information technology, such as greater operational efficiencies and better customer support, without the responsibilities and costs of running a full department). However, if a company decides to go down the IT rabbit hole, it can get pretty hairy, pretty fast.

Why CRM is important to your business

Investing in customer relationship management (CRM) software is absolutely essential for small- and medium-sized businesses that want to up their sales performance. It helps sales departments understand their clients, tailor their marketing efforts, and more.

How to prevent VoIP threats

Now that digital collaboration is an integral part of any business, VoIP has become indispensable. Unfortunately, as it becomes more widespread, so do the threats against it. These attacks may not be as serious as ransomware or phishing, but they’re just as dangerous to SMBs. Here are five ways to protect your VoIP network against these threats.

7 of the best apps for Android devices

With literally millions of Android apps out there, choosing the ones that will help you get the most out of your smartphone or tablet can be daunting. The fact that there are countless options that offer basically the same features doesn’t help. Luckily, our list of some of the best Android apps will ensure you find the ones that suit your needs and your device.

Best for SMBs: Laptop or desktop?

In today's business world, computers are an essential investment. Considering the tight budgets of small- and medium-sized businesses (SMB), one can't afford to invest in the wrong hardware. Which is the smartest investment, especially for startups? Laptops or Desktops?
Portability
Laptops allow you to keep working when you don’t have an electrical outlet.

Unified communications explained

Many business owners are in the dark about unified communications (UC) and don’t know how it will help their bottom lines. To end your doubts and breathe new life into your business, read this.

Companies in the United States and the United Kingdom have lost a total of $37 billion because of poor communication, according to The Holmes Report, the voice of the global public relations industry.

4 types of hackers that may target SMBs

When it comes to cyberattacks, most business owners get hung up on the technical and logistical details, forgetting another important aspect: motive. Why are hackers attacking people and organizations? And whom are they targeting? By answering these questions, you’ll have a better understanding of which of your business’s resources need the most protection.

5 Invaluable IT solutions for non-profit organizations

As the enterprise technology landscape becomes ever more complicated, non-profit leaders are under increasing pressure to align computing solutions with their operational goals. Choosing, implementing, and maintaining the right technology is crucial for achieving that and, although every organization has unique needs, there are some tools that everyone can benefit from.

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