Posts by James Kirby
VoIP Systems: Great Call But Potentially Dangerous
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) phone systems are integral to modern business communications. But, as with most IT equipment, VoIP systems require regular updates and testing to perform at their best. That’s not to say you shouldn’t adopt a VoIP system. In two years’ time, you won’t have any other option anyway. The UK is…
Read MoreHow And Why To Perform IT Due Diligence
Performing IT due diligence involves conducting a comprehensive review of the target company’s IT systems, infrastructure and processes. The goal of the exercise is to assess the state of your IT infrastructure, identify potential risks and opportunities, and evaluate the company’s ability to meet its business objectives. But performing IT due diligence is more complex…
Read MoreHow Business IT Support Services Can Help Manage ISO Standards
ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) becomes important for businesses seeking official recognition for the quality, safety and efficiency of products, services and systems. In the quest for sustainable growth, companies are constantly required to provide assurances to customers, investors and partners. Achieving ISO Standards to declare you meet the grade for transparency, security, sustainability, and…
Read MoreCybersecurity Strategies For 2023
Remote working, Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD) and cloud migration have increased the risk of a data breach for companies of all sizes. Yet some 90% of business leaders are not convinced their cybersecurity strategies for 2023 will secure their business network. Despite the effort of IT security teams, the rate of successful cybersecurity attacks is increasing year-on-year. …
Read More10 Techniques Hackers Use To Crack Passwords
Hackers use a variety of techniques to crack passwords. Cybercrime is estimated to be a $10.5 trillion business. This already jaw-dropping figure is forecast to increase to $23.84 trillion by 2027. Malicious actors are not giving up on such as lucrative industry. Businesses can implement ever-changing security protocols, but hackers always find innovative and creative…
Read MoreHow A Cloud Procurement System Can Help Businesses in 2023
There’s no denying that cloud-based applications give businesses more flexibility, agility and scalability. And in 2023, a cloud procurement system may be the best route to avoid getting caught in supply chain bottlenecks. Supply chain issues are expected to persist throughout 2023 and threaten the continuity of UK businesses. And this is where cloud procurement…
Read MoreHow Business IT Support Services Can Help Firms Survive The Recession
Business IT support services are crucial at the best of times. During a recession, your IT infrastructure needs to enhance the efficiency of your business so it is profitable. The Bank of England is expecting a recession in 2023. And whilst consumers have already started to curb their spending following the price hikes in fuel…
Read MoreThe Top 5 IT Security Measures IT Professionals Recommend
Cybersecurity has become an integral aspect of managed IT services. Cybercrime is expected to cost the world’s economy US$10.5 a year by 2025. This is why every business should want to know the IT security Measures IT professionals recommend. As threat actors create more sophisticated scams, the cybersecurity landscape will continue to evolve. Cybersecurity measures…
Read MoreShould The IT Talent Shortage Be A Concern For Your Business?
If industry reports are anything to go by, the IT talent shortage is a critical concern for CEOs – second only to the supply chain crisis. The recent supply chain crisis knocked the IT skills gap off the top spot. For businesses to survive and grow, innovation is the key. And in today’s world, IT is…
Read More8 Advantages Cloud Computing Brings To Large Businesses
An increasing number of large companies are turning to cloud computing for solutions. Whilst the pandemic lockdowns accelerated adoption rates, the advantages cloud computing brings to large businesses was already turning heads before 2020. However, even large businesses that had furrowed into cloud computing were not leveraging the power of the cloud to its maximum…
Read MoreHow Artificial Intelligence Can Improve IT For Businesses
As technology continues to permeate all aspects of our lives, we take a look into how artificial intelligence (AI) can improve IT for businesses. With the digital transformation in full swing, the growing number of technologies increasingly includes AI. The result, in most cases, has improved the efficiency of operations where antiquated systems fell short. …
Read MoreHow To Select The Best IT Technologies For Your Business
There are several reasons for investing in the best IT technologies for your business; to improve efficiency, productivity and communication, to increase profits and to solve problems that slow down business growth. However, with such a proliferation of IT hardware and software on the market. How do you know which are the best IT technologies…
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