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The Benefits of IT Consulting Services for Accounting Firms
Today’s technology offers many opportunities for accounting and CPA firms to improve operations and gain an edge over their competitors. However, how, and when companies leverage technology is key to driving the ROI of their IT investments. As a business leader,...
The Cost of a Security Breach for Long-Term Care Providers
You know who loves sensitive resident data? Cybercriminals. Unfortunately, long-term care facilities are like their favorite store to shoplift from. Because long-term care facilities possess sensitive resident data, they are prime targets. Regulatory fines on top of...
3 Top Complaints Long-Term Care Providers Have About Their IT
One of the top complaints long-term care providers have about their IT systems is poor usability. Providers need IT systems that are easy to use, intuitive, and can help streamline their workflows. Unfortunately, many IT systems in long-term care are overly complex...
What Are The Benefits Of Microsoft Intune?
In today's fast-paced and highly connected world, the ability to manage and secure mobile devices is crucial for your information security. Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based solution designed to help organizations achieve this goal by providing comprehensive mobile...
Top Cyber Threats Facing Small Businesses
Small businesses are increasingly becoming a target for cybercriminals, as they often lack the resources and knowledge to properly protect themselves from cyber threats. Understanding these threats and taking steps to mitigate them is essential for small business...
Choosing the Right IT Outsourcing Partner
Selecting the right IT outsourcing partner can be a daunting task for businesses, as it requires careful consideration of several factors. However, with the right approach, businesses can ensure that they find the right partner to help them achieve their IT goals....
ChatGPT vs. Bard | What’s The Difference?
Google’s Bard has been released to the public, marking the beginning of the great AI chatbot wars. Although they are functionally similar, the two chatbots have some key differences. ChatGPT vs. Bard Current Information Winner: Bard ChatGPT was trained on a...
Protecting Your Microsoft Outlook from CVE-2023-23397 Vulnerability
CVE-2023-23397 is a security vulnerability in Microsoft Outlook, which could expose sensitive user information and allow threat actors to exploit network resources. In this blog post, we'll discuss the vulnerability, its potential impact, and the steps you can take to...
Should a Healthcare Provider Outsource Their IT?
In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving healthcare industry, technology plays a crucial role in the delivery of patient care and the management of medical practices. One question that healthcare providers often ask themselves is whether they should outsource their IT...
What is Covered in an IT Audit?
The purpose of an IT audit is to assess the current state of a business's IT systems and identify areas for improvement. An audit will cover all aspects of the organization's IT infrastructure, including hardware, software, network, and security. Scope of Work for IT...
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Copilot for Communications: Microsoft Teams & Outlook Demo
While many are already acquainted with Copilot’s basic capabilities, our aim is to explore its real-world business applications, including its integration with features in Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Outlook, to streamline collaboration and communication across your...
[Webinar] Microsoft 365 Copilot | AI Made Easy
Learn about Microsoft’s new integrated AI tool, Copilot. You’ll learn how to get Copilot, what it can do, and how to implement it the right way. We’ve been experimenting with Copilot within our own business – we’ll share our own experience working with Copilot and the...
How Are Assets “Compromised”? 3 Key Violations
The terms "security events," "indicators," "incidents," and "breaches" are often thrown around in discussions about cybersecurity. But what exactly do they mean for your organization? At their core, these terms revolve around one central question: Has one of your...
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How Accounting & CPA Firms Can Connect and Collaborate Using Microsoft 365
Today, organizations around the globe find themselves in an expedited race to innovate. While there are unique obstacles for all industries, accounting and CPA firms are working to increase efficiencies, improve...
The New Microsoft 365: New Price, More Value
Name Change: Office 365 is Now Microsoft 365 Don't worry, all the tools and features you're used to are still available. Microsoft has rolled Office 365 into their new offering Microsoft 365. This new offering includes everything in Office 365, but with additional...
How Manufacturers Use Office 365 Data Insights to Drive Decisions
When it comes to digital transformation, any technology change you invest time, money, and resources to adopt should, in some way, contribute to improving your customer experience by utilizing your employees for their full value. The fluctuations in market demand must...
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How to Use “IF” Functions in Excel
The IF function is one of the most popular functions in Excel, and it allows you to make logical comparisons between a value and what you expect. How to Use “IF” Functions in Excel IF Function - Syntax and Usage The IF function is one of Excel's logical functions...
The Cost of a Security Breach for Long-Term Care Providers
You know who loves sensitive resident data? Cybercriminals. Unfortunately, long-term care facilities are like their favorite store to shoplift from. Because long-term care facilities possess sensitive resident data, they are prime targets. Regulatory fines on top of...
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Copilot for Communications: Microsoft Teams & Outlook Demo
While many are already acquainted with Copilot’s basic capabilities, our aim is to explore its real-world business applications, including its integration with features in Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Outlook, to streamline collaboration and communication across your...
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[Webinar] Microsoft 365 Copilot | AI Made Easy
Learn about Microsoft’s new integrated AI tool, Copilot. You’ll learn how to get Copilot, what it can do, and how to implement it the right way. We’ve been experimenting with Copilot within our own business – we’ll share our own experience working with Copilot and the...
How Are Assets “Compromised”? 3 Key Violations
The terms "security events," "indicators," "incidents," and "breaches" are often thrown around in discussions about cybersecurity. But what exactly do they mean for your organization? At their core, these terms revolve around one central question: Has one of your...