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Is Your IT Helping or Hurting Your Business? Five Questions to Find Out
Most business owners don’t need another tool. They need a way to diagnose what’s actually going on . Here are five questions we use internally when evaluating an SMB’s IT environment. You don’t need technical knowledge to answer them—but your answers will tell you a lot. 1. If Something Breaks, Do You Know Who Owns the Outcome? This is different from “who do we call.” Ownership means: someone is accountable someone understands the system someone decides what happens next If r
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Feb 112 min read


Is Your IT Helping or Hurting Your Business? Five Questions to Find Out
Most business owners don’t need another tool. They need a way to diagnose what’s actually going on . Here are five questions we use internally when evaluating an SMB’s IT environment. You don’t need technical knowledge to answer them—but your answers will tell you a lot. 1. If Something Breaks, Do You Know Who Owns the Outcome? This is different from “who do we call.” Ownership means: someone is accountable someone understands the system someone decides what happens next If r
kate4303
Feb 112 min read


The SMB Guide to Remote Work Technology in 2026
Remote and hybrid work isn’t going anywhere — and for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), making it work effectively is more important than ever. The technology you choose can either make your team more productive, secure, and connected — or create headaches, confusion, and security risks. As 2026 gets underway, here’s a practical guide to help your SMB optimize remote work technology and workflows. 1. Collaboration Tools That Actually Work Teams that can’t communicate eff
kate4303
Jan 282 min read


Top Tech Trends SMBs Should Watch in 2026
The start of a new year is the perfect time to look forward. For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), 2026 is shaping up to be a year of rapid technological change — and staying ahead of trends can make the difference between thriving and just getting by. From AI-powered tools to smarter cybersecurity solutions, here are the top tech trends SMBs should watch in 2026 . 1. AI-Powered Tools Become Mainstream Artificial intelligence isn’t just for tech giants anymore. SMBs are
kate4303
Jan 142 min read


Year-End Tech Checklist for Small Businesses
The end of the year is a natural time to pause, reflect, and plan. For small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs), that includes taking stock of your technology. Many teams get so focused on day-to-day operations that IT, cybersecurity, and system updates take a backseat. But dedicating a little time now can prevent major headaches in 2026, boost efficiency, and strengthen your business’s security. Here’s a comprehensive year-end tech checklist for SMBs to ensure your systems are
kate4303
Dec 17, 20252 min read
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Small But Mighty — How SMBs Can Outpace Big Competitors with Tech
It’s easy to assume that bigger companies always win. They have deeper pockets, larger teams, and established reputations. But here’s the...
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Oct 29, 20251 min read


Shadow AI Isn’t the Enemy — It’s a Wake-Up Call
When employees quietly adopt AI tools without company approval, it’s easy to panic. This phenomenon — often called shadow AI — can seem...
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Oct 15, 20251 min read


What Is Support Outsourcing in IT? A Plain-English Guide for Small Businesses
If you’re a U.S. small business owner searching for “outsourced IT support,” “IT support outsourcing,” or simply “how to outsource IT,” this guide is for you. If you’re a small business owner wondering whether to outsource IT support , you’re in the right place. In plain English, this guide explains what outsourced IT support is , the services small businesses usually outsource first (help desk, patching, backups, security), how pricing typically works, and the SLA details
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Oct 13, 20254 min read


“We Thought We Were Backed Up — Until We Weren’t”
Nothing creates more chaos than a system crash followed by the words: “Wait… where’s the backup?” Many SMBs believe they’re covered —...
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Sep 25, 20251 min read
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