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Microsoft Price Increase in April 2025
On April 1, 2025, Microsoft increased prices by 5% for customers who pay for Microsoft 365 and other license-based subscriptions on a monthly billing plan. However, if you pay your annual or triennial Microsoft subscription upfront, your price will stay the same. ...
Quick Financial Forecasting in Excel
Forecasting is a critical aspect of financial planning and analysis, enabling businesses to anticipate future trends based on historical data. Excel's built-in forecasting tools make this process more accessible and efficient. What is the Forecast Sheet Feature? ...
Analyzing Data with Pivot Tables in Excel
Pivot Tables allow you to summarize, analyze, and present large datasets in a meaningful way, making it easier to spot trends, compare values, and create customized reports. What is a Pivot Table? A Pivot Table is a tool in Excel that enables you to quickly...
[Webinar] Cybersecurity Update | You Will Be Breached
2022 has been a big year for the cybersecurity industry; rampant cybercrime has challenged the traditional approach towards security. Security isn't just about prevention anymore - it is now a given that you will eventually get breached. The current security mindset...
How Poor Cybersecurity Affects Your Business’s Reputation
Cybersecurity is a critical issue for businesses of all sizes, as a cyber-attack can not only cause financial losses, but also damage a company's reputation. Here are some ways that poor cybersecurity can affect your business's reputation: How Will Poor Cybersecurity...
How Small Businesses Should Budget for Cybersecurity in 2023
Cybersecurity is a critical aspect for businesses of all sizes, but small businesses are especially vulnerable to cyberattacks due to limited resources and budget constraints. However, neglecting cybersecurity can lead to significant financial losses, data breaches,...
Top 6 Reasons Businesses Change IT Providers
There is nothing more frustrating than bad IT, except maybe going through the pain of switching IT providers. If you’re going to go through the hassle of switching your IT, it’s because there are some major problems. Here are 6 of the most common reasons why companies...
How To Save Money Through IT Outsourcing
IT outsourcing can be a cost-effective solution for many businesses, providing access to a wide range of technology and expertise at a fraction of the cost of building an in-house IT team. Explore the various ways IT outsourcing can help businesses save money: How IT...
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...
6 Signs Your IT is Outdated
As technology continues to advance at a rapid pace, it's important for businesses to stay on top of the latest advancements to remain competitive and relevant. Technology changes so fast that your IT can become outdated before you even realize it. To help you stay...
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[Webinar] Microsoft Excel: Beyond the Basics
Watch the training to learn advanced Microsoft Excel techniques and best practices. You’ll get a quick overview of Excel’s advanced features and common business use cases. No matter what your experience with Excel is, you’ll leave this training with something new....
Trending Threat: Live off the Land (LOTL) Attacks
Cybersecurity has significantly evolved over the past decade. Five to ten years ago, the primary focus was on antivirus software and protecting against malicious software intrusions. While these measures remain crucial components of a layered security approach, the...
How Executives Should Adapt to the New Security Landscape
It’s crucial to recognize that the IT world we operate in has changed and is a new security landscape. This shift isn't exclusive to cybersecurity providers; it encompasses every business across various industries. Whether you're dealing with customers, vendors, or...
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Working Remote With Microsoft Office Online
In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, many businesses across the nation are encouraging their staff to work from home. If you work for one of these businesses and use Office 365, you can still access your Office applications online, even if they aren’t installed...
Office 365 Quick Start Guides
Office 365 Quick Start Guides (Windows) Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook OneNote OneDrive SharePoint Yammer Teams Office 365 Quick Start Guides (Mac) Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook OneNote We have a team of Office 365 experts who use and implement these tools every...
Microsoft Teams Quick Start Guide
Teams is Microsoft's communication and collaboration platform. Stay in touch with both internal and external parties by using Teams' instant messaging and video conferencing capabilities. If you are new to using teams, this guide will cover all the basics you need to...
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5 Advanced Excel Functions You Should Know
Excel is helpful for payroll analysis by leveraging powerful functions like SUM, SUBTOTAL, SUMIF, COUNTIF, and XLOOKUP. These formulas can help you analyze employee payroll data efficiently, even if you're starting from scratch or managing a simple spreadsheet. ...
Quick Financial Forecasting in Excel
Forecasting is a critical aspect of financial planning and analysis, enabling businesses to anticipate future trends based on historical data. Excel's built-in forecasting tools make this process more accessible and efficient. What is the Forecast Sheet Feature? ...
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[Webinar] Microsoft Excel: Beyond the Basics
Watch the training to learn advanced Microsoft Excel techniques and best practices. You’ll get a quick overview of Excel’s advanced features and common business use cases. No matter what your experience with Excel is, you’ll leave this training with something new....
Trending Threat: Live off the Land (LOTL) Attacks
Cybersecurity has significantly evolved over the past decade. Five to ten years ago, the primary focus was on antivirus software and protecting against malicious software intrusions. While these measures remain crucial components of a layered security approach, the...
How Executives Should Adapt to the New Security Landscape
It’s crucial to recognize that the IT world we operate in has changed and is a new security landscape. This shift isn't exclusive to cybersecurity providers; it encompasses every business across various industries. Whether you're dealing with customers, vendors, or...