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How One Manufacturer Cut IT Server Costs by 400%
A growing U.S. manufacturer was operating on an aging, overly complex IT environment managed by a single internal engineer. Over time, unmanaged growth led to server sprawl, rising costs, and increased risk, with little documentation or oversight. When a new CFO...
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,...
Why You Need an Austin Cybersecurity Provider
At Aldridge, we understand the critical importance of safeguarding your business from cyber threats. We are uniquely positioned to meet the cybersecurity needs of Austin businesses. Here’s why having a local cybersecurity provider is essential, what sets us apart, and...
5 Reasons You Need a CIO 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…
3 Top Complaints Healthcare Providers Have About Their IT
Healthcare providers rely on technology to provide efficient, effective care to their patients. However, not all IT systems are created equal, and many healthcare providers experience frustrations and difficulties when using their IT systems. In this blog, we'll...
Email Compromise: The Most Common & Costliest “Breach”
Email is an essential tool for communication, both for individuals and organizations. As email's role in business has increased, so has the threat of email compromise. Attackers use sophisticated methods to gain access to email accounts, steal sensitive data, and...
The Cost of a Security Breach for Healthcare
You know who loves sensitive patient data? Cybercriminals. And unfortunately, healthcare businesses are like their favorite store to shoplift from. Because Healthcare businesses possess sensitive patient data, it makes them a prime target. Regulatory fines on top of...
What Does it Mean to be “Breached”?
Cybersecurity is a crucial aspect of any business. However, even with the best security measures in place, you will be breached. In this blog, we'll discuss what it means to get breached and the differences between an indicator, event, incident, and a breach. >...
Google’s CEO on AI | False Information, Unintended Self-Learning, & Replacing Humanity
Google’s CEO Sundar Pichai, and AI consultant, James Manyika, sat down with CBS’s Scott Pelley and answered the questions on everyone’s mind. How do we discern truth in the post-AI world, does AI have sentience (spoiler – it doesn’t), and will AI replace us all...
State of Cybercrime in 2023
Cybercrime is a persistent and growing threat that continues to challenge organizations of all sizes and industries. As the world becomes more digitized, the opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities and steal sensitive information only increase. ...
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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...
Should a Long-Term Care Provider Outsource Their IT?
Technology plays a crucial role in the delivery of resident care and the management of facilities. One question that long-term care providers often ask themselves is whether they should outsource their IT services or handle them in-house. Should a Long-Term Care...
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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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Best Managed IT Services – Austin, TX
In today’s increasingly digital world, businesses rely heavily on technology to operate efficiently, stay competitive, and meet customer demands. However, managing IT infrastructure can be a daunting task, especially for small to medium-sized businesses that may lack...
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,...
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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...
Should a Long-Term Care Provider Outsource Their IT?
Technology plays a crucial role in the delivery of resident care and the management of facilities. One question that long-term care providers often ask themselves is whether they should outsource their IT services or handle them in-house. Should a Long-Term Care...