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Selling Your MSP to Aldridge Vs. Other PE-Backed Buyers
If you're considering selling your MSP, you've probably noticed a flood of private equity-backed buyers in the market. On the surface, they may all look similar—promising growth, support, and "seamless" integration. But beneath the surface, not all PE-backed buyers...
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? ...
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6 Signs Your IT is Outdated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 Technology changes so fast that your IT can become outdated before you even realize it.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...
How to Find and Onboard a New IT Outsourcing Provider
Switching to a new IT provider can be an intimidating task, but with the proper plan in place, it can be a smooth process. Here are some steps you can take to prepare your business for onboarding a new IT provider: How to Prepare for Onboarding a New IT Provider...
Pros and Cons of Microsoft 365 Business Premium
Microsoft 365 Business Premium is a subscription-based service that offers a wide range of tools and features to help businesses stay productive and organized. Take a look at some of the benefits and drawbacks of Microsoft 365 Business Premium. Pros and Cons of...
How to Prepare for a Major IT Project
Preparing for a major IT project can be an overwhelming task, but with the right plan in place, it can be a seamless and successful process. Here are some steps you can take to prepare for your next IT project: How to Prepare for a Major IT Project Define the...
The Most Common Ways IT Projects Go Wrong
IT projects can be complex and challenging, and there are many ways they can go wrong. Here are some of the most common reasons why IT projects fail: The Most Common Ways IT Projects Go Wrong Lack of clear objectives One of the most common reasons for IT project...
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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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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...
Microsoft Teams – Part 3: Meetings
Video Transcription Turn a conversation into a meeting with a few clicks. Add audio, video and share your screen. To start a meeting, click the "meet now" button in an existing conversation to keep that conversation's...
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The Latest Wave of Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft continues to push the boundaries of AI-powered productivity with its latest updates to Microsoft 365 Copilot. With over 150 new features and 700+ product updates this year, Microsoft has been focused on addressing the challenges many of us face in our daily...
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. ...
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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...