What is a Managed Services Provider (MSP)
A managed services provider is a third-party that carries out some or all of a business’s IT functions. This can include sourcing and operating software, hardware or both. Usually a managed services provider will exercise some skill or judgement to
Managed IT Services vs. In-House IT Team
Choosing between an in-house IT team and managed IT services isn’t a decision to take lightly. Both have advantages and disadvantages, so you need to think carefully about what you want from your IT and where your priorities lie. Costs You might
What is Managed IT Services?
At its simplest, “managed IT services” is when a business uses a third party to carry out some of its computing and technology tasks. The term usually means the third party exercises some judgment and expertise rather than simply following precise
How To Eliminate Network Downtime
How much is your business reputation worth? What long term damage will a disaster cause and how quickly can your business be up and running again? These are the types of questions your organization must be able to answer to enforce
In-House IT vs Outsourcing IT Services
With so many business functions relying on technology, it is essential that your business's IT infrastructure stays secure and running efficiently. A major decision for many small to mid-size companies is choosing whether to outsource their IT or employ an
What is a MSP?
A managed service provider (MSP) is an organization that remotely manages and maintains a client's network infrastructure and end user systems. Managed service providers proactively diagnose and resolve IT issues for small to medium businesses. An MSP protects an organization's
Small Business IT Support
Company leaders and executives face the challenge of deciding which option is best. Especially when it comes to small business IT support. From in-house IT technicians to outsourced IT support, the options continue to grow. Managed IT services have expanded
A Common Business Mistake when Budgeting for the Year
When budgeting for the year, companies tend to neglect prospective technology expenses. Although it is a current necessity for running business, communicating with clients, and delivering services, a postpone in technology is due to poor planning. To alleviate the hassle
What is the Value of a Business IT Assessment
Have you ever had an IT or Managed IT Services provider give you a full business IT assessment of your company's technology? If so, you may have learned quite a lot about how your systems work for your business. Many
Why Your Business Needs a Network Operations Center (NOC)
Does your business use a NOC team? A Network Operations Center (NOC) is a highly specialized group of engineers that handles monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting that most IT technicians cannot. Having access to a NOC team is an incredible advantage
Have You Migrated Your Windows Server 2003 Yet?
As of this week, you have missed the end of support date for Windows Server 2003. This means that if you are still running on this Operating System (OS), you will no longer receive manufacturer support. Also, your IT department
3 Risks to Avoid When Selecting a Trusted Managed IT Services Provider
There are many benefits to outsourcing your IT operations – it can save your company money, allow you to scale your business technologies quickly and easily, and give you access to a whole team of experts in the systems you