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How to Recall an Email in Microsoft Outlook

We've all experienced that sinking feeling when you realize you’ve made a mistake in an email after hitting send or accidentally sending it to the wrong person. Luckily, Microsoft Outlook offers a valuable solution known as the "Recall" feature. This feature allows...

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How To Set Up Out of Office Replies in Microsoft Outlook

When you're out of the office, it's important to set up Out of Office replies in Microsoft Outlook to let others know about your time off, provide alternative contacts, and set response time expectations. In this blog post, we'll show you how to set up Out of Office...

3 Ways Your Business Can Use AI Art

You may already be sold on the business potential of chat AIs like ChatGPT and Bard, but have you considered the potential of AI art? If you're in a creative field like marketing, you can create anything you imagine in seconds - the value to marketers is clear. If...

Work Smarter With AI: The Do’s & Don’ts

Generative AI is proving to be a valuable tool for business and workers are scrambling to figure out how to best take advantage of it. According to a recent State of Generative AI report, 1 out of 5 professionals have already incorporated AI into their work. We...

How To Schedule an Email in Microsoft Outlook

Welcome to the modern world, where everyone works weird hours. Sending emails at the wrong time can make people feel obligated to respond after hours, or they may miss your message all together. Take advantage of Outlook’s scheduling feature to keep your email...

4 Severity Levels of Breaches – Low to Critical

Companies are facing an ever-increasing number of security threats. Despite their best efforts to protect their sensitive data, it is not uncommon for businesses to experience a breach. A security breach can occur in different ways, from malware attacks to phishing...

It Security

How to Protect Your Business from Phishing

It is difficult to perform a technical cyber-attack on a business today. There have been incredible advancements in security technology and getting past it requires an extensive technical skillset. That’s why most cyber criminals won’t try and compromise your IT,...

How to Build a Cybersecurity Strategy

Building an effective security strategy isn’t something that can happen overnight. It requires careful thought and an iterative process you are always refining. Below, we outline three steps you can work through to help identify your exposure and your current security...

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How to Recall an Email in Microsoft Outlook

We've all experienced that sinking feeling when you realize you’ve made a mistake in an email after hitting send or accidentally sending it to the wrong person. Luckily, Microsoft Outlook offers a valuable solution known as the "Recall" feature. This feature allows...

How To Set Up Out of Office Replies in Microsoft Outlook

When you're out of the office, it's important to set up Out of Office replies in Microsoft Outlook to let others know about your time off, provide alternative contacts, and set response time expectations. In this blog post, we'll show you how to set up Out of Office...

New Teams Feature: Personalized Avatars for When Your Camera is Off

Video meetings have become an essential part of our professional lives. While the advantages of visual interaction are undeniable, there are moments when you just don’t feel like being on camera. Whether it's due to personal preferences or simply wanting a break from...

It Consulting

Signs Your Business Needs IT Consulting

Do you work with technology, or do you make it work for you?  By working with an IT consultant, you can take full advantage of modern technology to empower your people and grow your business. Here are some signs that your business may need IT consulting:  Signs Your...

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Pros and Cons of IT Outsourcing: Is it Right for Your Business?

Pros and Cons of IT Outsourcing: Is it Right for Your Business?

Growing businesses are often challenged with questions such as, "Should I switch from in-house to an outsourced IT provider? What are the pros and cons of IT outsourcing?" Suppose your business is looking to invest in a managed service provider (MSP). In that case,...