Productivity

Piggy Bank

The True Cost of Cutting Corners on IT

/ Author Julia Concolino, Communication, Compliance, Customer Service, Cybersecurity, IT Services, IT Support, Leadership, Managed IT, Productivity, Ransomware, Teaching Others, Team Building
The True Cost of Cutting Corners on IT In tough economic times, it's understandable that companies look to cut costs wherever possible. However, information technology (IT) is one area where the temptation to cut corners can paradoxically end up costing more in the long run. Cutting costs and eliminating IT from your company, could cost [...]

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Hurricane Idalia

Continuous IT Improvement: Learning from Hurricane Idalia

/ Author Jared Knisley, Cybersecurity, IT Support, Managed IT, Productivity, Ransomware, Teaching Others, Team Building, Virtual CIO

Learning from Hurricane Idalia Recent events have showcased the importance of preparation, adaptability, and resilience, not only in the face of nature’s wrath but also in our technological spheres. When Hurricane Idalia recently stormed across west Florida, it left in its wake a poignant lesson. Just as residents should always be ready for such weather

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Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence for Banking and Finance

/ Artificial Intelligence, Author Jared Knisley, Cybersecurity, IT Support, Managed IT, Productivity, Teaching Others, Team Building, Virtual CIO
Artificial Intelligence In the digital age, the term 'Artificial Intelligence' or AI is not just a buzzword—it’s a revolution. At its core, AI represents machines that can simulate human intelligence. This simulation can range from basic tasks like playing chess to intricate functions such as understanding and generating human-like language. However, the realm of AI

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Navigating Misunderstandings

Balancing Cost and Benefits in Relationships

/ Author Jared Knisley, Cybersecurity, IT Support, Managed IT, Productivity, Ransomware, Teaching Others, Team Building, Virtual CIO
Navigating Misunderstandings An exasperated executive called in and cursed at the front desk of our IT support team. "Why isn't this @#$%& thing working?!?!" he thundered. We usually worked with his operations manager—a clear communicator and the main point of contact for our IT Services firm. However, she was temporarily out of the office. The

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