It’s natural to bury your head in the sand when you think of all the things you should be doing – but ultimately aren’t. Thankfully, each January we have an opportunity to begin anew, strengthening our resolve to run a mile, read more, or finally organize the garage. To start off on the right foot, why […]
Out with the Old, in with the New Windows. What’s next?
After six years of anticipation, Microsoft is making good on its promise to streamline the Windows experience. Designed with a fresh look and feel, it’s ready to meet the needs of the modern workplace. As of October 5th, the new OS began rolling out, complete with a suite of new features and updates that target […]
Cybercriminals are coming for your business. Here are 5 simple ways to keep them out
By Danielle Esbenshade on October 7, 2021 in aceCloud, aceGuardian, Cyber Security, Latest News, Tech Tips
Now, more than ever is it crucial to elevate the cybersecurity measures at your company. Small businesses have been easy prey for cybercriminals during the pandemic. A shift to remote work meant hackers had their pick of unsecured home networks and devices. Now, as many businesses move back to in-office work, it’s likely the transition […]
Bringing More Than Your Laptop Back to the Office
By Danielle Esbenshade on July 22, 2021 in COVID-19 Security, HIPAA IT Security, Latest News, Tech Tips
Working from home. It was fun while it lasted for many of us. Some people are scrambling to get back to the office to escape makeshift dining room desks that compete with family life and chaos, or just crave the social interaction and other structure that office environments provide. You might be in a combination […]
5 IT choices that can immediately counter climate change
Building a green business is an important goal – but it doesn’t have to be purely altruistic. On average, environmentally-friendly businesses save more money, are more productive and have better overall reputations. In fact, 88% of consumers say they want businesses to be more environmental and ethical. It’s actually the basis for most of their purchasing decisions, […]
Maximize Microsoft Teams with these top productivity tricks
This past year solidified that digital collaboration and communication tools are critical for any modern business. As the global workforce went remote, organizations looking to get ahead of the digital curve largely turned to Microsoft Teams to stay connected and productive. The collaboration app nearly doubled its number of daily active users over the last 12 months, […]
Down the Pipeline
By Danielle Esbenshade on July 6, 2021 in COVID-19 Security, HIPAA IT Security, Latest News, Tech Tips
Just as it seemed we might be seeing clear skies ahead in terms of the pandemic, another dark cloud began to rise on the horizon. The Colonial Pipeline breach hit the news and many people began to panic. We were all too familiar with uncertainty of the future and last year’s toilet paper rush was […]
Not Much to Smile About
SmileDirectClub (SDC) is a business that offers teledentistry services throughout the world. They produce and sell transparent retainers that fix crooked teeth in the way that traditional braces work. With 60-75% of people in need of their services, they are poised for long term success, with a large audience of potential patients. Sure, there is […]
Updating Software
It’s that little alert on your desktop. The “upgrades available” indicator when you check your computer. Or when your smartphone tells you that it’s going to update later while you’re sleeping, and you defer it to another time. What if you miss an email or a text? Nah, you don’t need to do that update, […]
Why remote networking may be critical for your career
We’ve all been there. You’ve slapped on a name tag, grabbed a snack and set off to face a roomful of strangers in hopes of gaining new professional contacts. Sure, it can be a great way to find your next collaborator or investor, make a career move or meet new colleagues after moving to a […]