What Are the Differences Between IT Outsourcing Providers?
To compare MSPs, you need to consider more than just cost. All outsourced IT providers, and their service offerings, are not created equal. The provider’s remote and on-site support capabilities, depth of technical expertise...
How to Prepare Your IT Budget for 2020
IT expenses shouldn’t be a surprise—however, many small to medium-sized businesses often underspend or overspend on their IT investments due to a lack of strategic planning...
Does an IT Managed Service Provider’s Size Matter?
An IT provider's size is not based solely upon the number of employees they have on staff, or the amount of clients they accommodate. The MSP’s operational maturity level (OML) is key to determining the breadth of the IT service provider’s organization, as well as their ability to suit your business...
Never Pay a Cyber Ransom
60% of organizations have experienced a ransomware attack in the last 12 months. (Source: MalwareFox) A ransomware attack is the use of malicious software to restrict access to
Managed IT Services: Cost vs. Value
Managed IT services costs vary depending on the IT provider's experience and breadth of services. While some IT firms may advertise offerings at a surprisingly low rate, it's essential your business consider the IT consultant's ability to align the technology...
Why Your Business Needs a Third-Party IT Audit: The Benefits of an In-Depth IT Analysis
The purpose of an IT audit is to identify immediate and long-term IT risks, as well as the existing opportunities for your technology to help your organization both save and make money...
What to Do If Your Business Gets Hit with a Malware Attack
A business falls victim to a malware attack every 14 seconds. (Source: 2019 ACR) A malware attack is the injection of malicious software into your network. Typically,
Pros and Cons of IT Outsourcing: Is it Right for Your Business?
If your business is looking to invest in a managed service provider (MSP), you should consider the benefit your business will receive from outsourced IT as a whole, as well as from the specific provider you’re considering...
How To Prepare Your Business For a Cyberattack
Cybercrime is on the rise. Create a security incident response plan to protect your organization from falling victim to a costly cyberattack.
The Cost of IT Outsourcing: How to Budget and Tell if You’re Paying Too Much
Comparing prices is the first thing on a business's agenda when selecting an outsourced service. However, when it comes to the cost of IT outsourcing, there are a number of factors that can alter the terms and quality of a provider's offering...
How to Protect Your Business from Social Engineering Attacks
Employee IT security awareness training is no longer a nice-to-have; it’s mandatory. Modern IT security requires business leaders to do more than select the right security tools for their business. When
Employee IT Security Awareness Training and Best Practices [Infographic]
It takes more than the right technology to defend your business from cyberattacks. We've outlined the employee IT security awareness training, policies, procedures, testing, and tools you need to consider for a modern cybersecurity defense.
5 Disaster Recovery Plan Steps to Protect Your Business
Approximately 40 to 60% of small businesses never reopen following a disaster resulting from unexpected events like hurricanes and floods. By following our below Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan steps, you don’t have to be one
Testimonial from Rainier Scholars
"Rainier Scholars continues to work with Aldridge because it's a partnership," Associate Executive Director Monica Parker said. "We know that Aldridge will be responsive to our needs."
Client Spotlight: Rainier Scholars
We recently spent time talking with client Rainier Scholars, an education non-profit that provides opportunities to low-income students of color in the greater Seattle area.
8 Steps to a More Secure Business [Infographic]
Use the eight steps outlined here to help your company start taking a multi-layered approach to securing its data.
All About Business Reviews [Video]
If you've outsourced your IT in the past, you may be familiar with business reviews that cover little more than ticket stats. See how Aldridge does things differently.
Security Risk Alert: Windows 7 & Windows Server 2008 R2 Nearing End-of-Life
Continued use of end-of-life technology can expose your business to several risks—such as extended downtime, cybersecurity holes and a lack of product support—which may cause trouble for your company...
5 Reasons Having Someone in the CIO Role is Necessary for a Successful IT Solution
Having a CIO role at the leadership table is key to building a successful IT solution, if the Chief Information Officer exhibits these specific qualities...
What is a CIO? [Video]
You've probably heard the title "chief information officer," or CIO, but do you know what role they play in your business?
Application of the Month: Bill.com
Bill.com is a SaaS cash flow management and online payment app that allows businesses to receive, enter, approve and pay bills all in one place. This affordable tool can be a great addition to any small or mid-sized company’s financial operations.
Microsoft Teams – Part 3: Meetings
Start meetings on the fly or quickly schedule them for a later date with Microsoft Teams. Teams' meeting options are robust and allow you to share your screen, record or send files with ease.
Difference Between Backup, Disaster Recovery, & Business Continuity [Video]
Backup, disaster recovery and business continuity are all parts of the same whole, but do you know the difference between them?