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An IT hire costs $60,000-$160,000 a year fully loaded — and they still sleep. The real math of in-house vs. managed IT, when hiring actually makes sense, and the co-managed third option.
Real managed IT pricing from an MSP owner: $100-250 per user/month, what moves the number, red flags in cheap quotes, and the true story of a business one unplugged drive from losing 25 years of data.
When it comes to running a business, most owners consider aspects like quality customer service, reliable products or services, and closely monitored P&Ls as reasons for company success or failure. Most never consider one other sneaky element that is often overlooked…
Business e-mail compromise (BEC) is quickly becoming one of the most dangerous cyberthreats businesses face. While these scams have challenged organizations for years, the introduction of advanced AI tools has made them more sophisticated – and far more dangerous. In…
Imagine you and your team walking into work ready to tackle the day’s tasks when suddenly the Internet goes down, e-mails stop working and productivity grinds to a halt. What would you do? When the “Internet goes down,” most businesses’ operations come to a halt…
As tax season approaches, businesses are focused on preparing financial documents, filing returns and meeting tight deadlines. Unfortunately, cybercriminals see this busy season where business owners and employees are preoccupied as the perfect opportunity to strike…
Spring is finally here, which means it’s time to spring-clean. While you’re busy decluttering your office and organizing files, don’t forget your IT systems deserve a refresh too. A “spring-clean” for your business technology can uncover inefficiencies, strengthen…
As you work through Q1 of 2025, one thing is abundantly clear: businesses that thrive are those that stay ahead of the quickly evolving technology world. Reactive IT strategies – waiting for problems to occur before addressing them – are no longer sufficient in a…
It’s time to declutter your digital life! National Clean Out Your Computer Day, celebrated on the second Monday of February, is the perfect reminder to give your computer the attention it deserves. Just like a cluttered desk can slow you down, a cluttered computer can…
It’s game time – and while the biggest teams are gearing up for football’s biggest day, cybercriminals are busy preparing their playbook for 2025. Just like a championship game, the battle against hackers requires strategy, teamwork and preparation. Are you ready to…
