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An operating system is the main program on any device, like a computer, phone, or tablet, that helps it work. It's what lets you open apps, go online, and get stuff done! For businesses, keeping their OS updated is imperative. Here’s why:

Printers… they’re the tech we love to hate, especially when they just don’t work right. You’d think a device with one main job could handle it! So, why do printers mess up so often? Listed below is a look at the main reasons why printers fail. It’s usually because of one of three things: software issues, problems with the paper and ink, or connection issues.

Software is critical for running a modern business. It helps with everything from managing schedules and paying employees to making and selling products. Essentially, businesses need software to run smoothly.

Businesses can’t ignore the advantages that technology can bring to their business.  One of the primary benefits is the ability to automate routine tasks, which saves time and reduces the risk of human error. By utilizing technologies that work to make processes more efficient, small businesses can operate more efficiently and focus on strategic initiatives that drive growth. Listed below are four of the most valuable technologies small businesses can utilize today.

Professional services encompass many of the “experts” people rely on, and modern firms in this sector rely heavily on technology to increase efficiency, enhance client service, and streamline operations. In this month’s newsletter, we’ll explore four key technologies that professional services firms rely on. 

To maintain a healthy and thriving business, it's essential to have a team that can effectively manage spending. For small businesses, this often means making strategic choices. Listed below: why a simple approach to technology might be the best strategy.

Software fuels most modern businesses, even the small shops down the street. Depending on the size and scope of the business, however, managing software can be complex and downright unfun. Listed below is a type of tool that your business can find great value in: a software management solution.

Technology plays an enormous role for most businesses these days, and not everyone always grasps the importance of it. Most of the time, there is so much built into today’s enterprise software that it can often be overwhelming for workers to use it effectively. Listed below are three tips on how to help employees get a grasp of the technology their productivity depends on.

Part of doing business is understanding certain types of trade-offs related to the decisions you make. Specifically, we want to highlight opportunity cost as it relates to technology. What is the opportunity cost of technology, and why is it a critical concept for a business owner to grasp?

Remote employees are in a conundrum when it comes to data security. While you might be able to protect data stored locally on your company’s in-house network, securing data in use by employees while out of the office is another matter entirely. How can you guarantee that your organization is protecting its data and other sensitive resources from prying eyes?

How often does your organization find that it’s struggling with new technology implementation, either on the software side of the house or on the hardware side? Have you considered that the cloud offers powerful solutions to your business’ woes in the form of virtualization? With the right resources at your disposal, you can use virtualization to create incredible opportunities to improve operations for your business and make it more secure and flexible in the process.

Your Android smartphone is a computer itself; as such, it runs with an operating system installed. You install programs on your smartphone the same way you install them on your computer, although the process is more complicated. Below is an explanation of the types of files that the Android operating system uses to install apps on your phone, as well as why it might be a good idea to let the Google Play Store do the hard work for you, in terms of locating and installing apps.

Last week we shared a blog referencing “smart chips” that could help augment a Google Doc. Listed below is a deeper dive into the topic of smart chips so you could apply them to your own Google Docs and Sheets.

Managing the large number of devices in today's office requires effective tracking and monitoring. The challenge lies in keeping tabs on each device, identifying users, and monitoring usage patterns. If your technology isn't currently being tracked, it's imperative to start doing so. The implementation of an inventory management system offers a more efficient and streamlined approach to this task.

Sometimes, good things come to an end. For users who have been using the popular note-taking application Evernote, that time might be now. Listed below is an explanation about why users are jumping ship from what was arguably once the best note-taking app in the world, and what options you might have.

You know that a software has made its mark when its name becomes synonymous with the type of software it is. For example: PowerPoint.

This element of Microsoft 365 is well-known enough to often be used as a catch-all phrase for any presentation software. Listed below are some of the lesser-known cool features and functions that PowerPoint provides. 

Microsoft created the Teams platform with the aim of enhancing collaboration among individuals. The rise of remote collaboration has been ongoing for several years, and the COVID-19 pandemic solidified its place as a standard feature in business operations. Recently, Microsoft has introduced several enhancements to the platform to further augment its functionality.

Small businesses increasingly rely on technology to drive their operations. If your business is considering allocating its capital wisely, the following digital tools can significantly contribute to achieving both short-term and long-term goals.

It’s undeniable that software makes a business run. You need applications that support everything that you do, including managing schedules, time, and payroll, producing the work, and selling it to others. For this reason, software is an integral part of doing business.

Microsoft Excel is an extremely capable spreadsheet creation and management tool, made all the more powerful via the inclusion of many handy shortcuts and features. We wanted to share one for a common enough function that you are sure to find a use for it: quickly adding up the values in a single column.