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by Corey Shields

For your business to survive and thrive, it’s essential to stay up-to-date on modern technology. After the recent business disruption, it's become even more important to figure out how to get back on track in the most efficient way possible - and...

by Corey Shields

Sometimes, life throws a curveball. In this particular case, the curveball came at the last minute. Luckily, our future client turned to the best Chicago IT Service professionals, and found the value of hosted cloud computing!

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In the past, using strong passwords was enough to keep accounts secure and hackers at bay. This is no longer the case, and cyber security services require a lot more than just a solid password. Hackers are becoming more devious and highly...

by Corey Shields

Someday, this pandemic will be over. We’ll be able to go back to our normal schedules of school drop-offs, heading to the gym, and going to the mall. But the way many people work will be changed forever.

by Corey Shields

It feels like we’ve entered a different world over the last few weeks. Businesses are closing left and right, school years are being cut short, and we’re all just trying to get by.

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Even as customers demand a multi-channel experience that includes websites, text, and social media, the cloud-based telephony system remains the nerve center of most small businesses.

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Remote work is no longer a thing of the future, it’s here and it’s here to stay. More companies are turning to IT consulting services for help with the transition into a telework (work from home) business model. And why wouldn’t they? Working...

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The concept of the IT help desk was born with the technology boom of the late 1980s, and since then IT services, whether in-house or through a good IT consultant, have become an integral part of our daily lives.

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Keeping a business protected from cyber attacks is one of the most pressing issues of 2020. But can you afford the level of security that you need? You might be surprised to learn that most organizations who are looking for IT support in Chicago...

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When it comes to selecting a data management tool, there's no shortage of platforms to choose from. Since the inception of the cloud in 2006, we've watched this market boom, with arguably the most popular platforms coming from Microsoft.

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Almost every business has some level of regulations to comply with. If your business depends on tech in any way - and we all do - you're probably subject to regulatory compliance issues. 

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There’s a big change coming for government contractors who provide goods and services to the U.S. Department of Defense. Beginning in 2020, contractors will be required to comply with the recently announced Cybersecurity Maturity Model...

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Across all industries, the regulatory landscape is evolving at a rapid pace. With the ever-expanding ways personal data is being used, following your industry’s required compliance level is more important than ever.

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More than 800 million devices run on Windows. The original kingpin of operating systems (OS) is still going strong, even with more and better competition.

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This morning most of us woke up and followed a very similar routine, grabbing our mobile phone, tablet, and/or laptop as we headed out the door to work. Who owns those mobile devices - you, your company, or a bit of both?

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Most small-to-medium sized businesses rely on a relatively small IT team to keep their tech up and running. Typically, these employees know the ins and outs of every piece of the network. This makes it especially difficult when one of them leaves...

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Every organization that manages or handles digital data is at risk of a cyber attack. And without cyber insurance, that risk could potentially put an end to their business. Are you adequately covered?

by Corey Shields

Small business owners are constantly reminded of the daunting challenge to protect their data – including data of their employees, customers, and partners – from online hackers and scammers. The challenge is real and complex, but by focusing on...

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The first class of interns at the Ntiva Service Desk Academy at WVU-Parkersburg have officially started, preparing four WVU-P students for a successful career in the IT industry.

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All businesses want to run a tight ship. You want to make sure there are just enough employees to keep things running smoothly, without having to deal with the struggles of over-staffing. But your IT department is an area that is critically...