In order to remain competitive in a digital world, the modern enterprise is forced to prioritize connectivity. From supporting cloud applications to an expanding fleet of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, enterprises require network support that is dynamic and reliable. As enterprises turn to the next step, which is the adoption of technologies like augmented reality and artificial intelligence, the need for software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) becomes more pressing. Legacy … [Read more...]
Seeing Your Digital Transformation in a New Light
While technology is advancing at a rapid rate, adopting the new technology and properly using it occurs at a much slower rate. That’s why digital transformation can be such a burden on companies that aren’t quite prepared to roll it out smoothly. There are several issues that become commonplace in digital transformation, ranging from a lack of skills among team members, to lack of buy-in from C-suite executives, to indecision and poorly defined goals. For many IT professionals and business … [Read more...]
Stronger Cloud Security With Managed Services
The cloud has been a beneficial tool for many organizations, small and large. However, with the advantages of moving to the cloud, businesses have also experienced increased security concerns. Petabytes of sensitive data are now being handled via the cloud, which means cloud security has to be more than an afterthought. Prior to the cloud, server rooms had their own on-premise security solutions that IT staff managed. As the cloud became more prevalent, giving up the autonomy that a local … [Read more...]
Finding Success in the Digital Transformation Process
Most organizations have different takes on how to approach digital disruption. There are elements of confusion involved, but there is also the promise that technologically evolved processes like artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) can create increased efficiency in the workplace. How are you preparing for digital transformation? According to a study by Harvard researchers, almost 20% of companies have not taken steps to begin digital reinvention, which takes them … [Read more...]
Utilizing Technology and Service for Better IT Support
Server downtime is a costly issue – to the tune of almost $400,000 per hour on a global scale. It’s no wonder corporations throughout the world are putting close to $162 billion toward IT support services every year. If the goal is to experience as little downtime as possible, IT support strategies have to be developed in a flexible manner that accounts for changes in technology, new support mechanisms, and varying threats to security. Here are a few guidelines for boosting your IT … [Read more...]
Managing the Administrative Toll of Digital Transformation
Digital transformation is at the center of many enterprises’ business objectives, with the identification of ways to improve customer experiences dominating goals and priorities. Line-of-business managers vie for their place in the queue as IT struggles to keep up with requests for new cloud solutions. It’s no wonder these measures are at the top of managers’ lists of business priorities. Improving the offering to customers through personalization, user-friendly apps, and seamless … [Read more...]
Understanding Cloud Computing
When talking about IT strategy, the term cloud computing can get thrown around a lot. It’s important to pause and make sure everyone involved in the decision-making process understands the basics of cloud options. Cloud computing is a disruptive technology, and having a working knowledge of it helps in making good strategic decisions. What is cloud computing? Cloud computing is simply a way of saying that instead of data and programs being stored at the company’s physical location, they are … [Read more...]
Preparing for Future Cyber Security Threats
Taking steps to protect a company from cyber security threats involves constant adaptation. The risks are perpetually changing, and even the most diligent IT safety director may be tempted to throw up their hands now and then. It’s a challenge to fight enemies that swiftly and deftly change their tactics. Recent studies of current cyber security strategies found that many companies are allowing for a lot of risk, and aren’t taking enough action when it comes to preventative measures like … [Read more...]
