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Aldridge Names Chris Fridley as Chief Operating Officer to Drive Growth and Elevate Client Experience
Houston, TX, July 9, 2025 – Aldridge, a leading provider of managed IT and cybersecurity services, proudly announces the appointment of Chris Fridley as Chief Operating Officer. Chris officially joined the Aldridge team on May 12, bringing with him more than 25 years...
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...
MSP vs. MSSP: What’s the Difference?
In the world of IT services, organizations often encounter two critical types of service providers: Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs). Though the names sound similar, their functions and areas of focus differ...
Preparing Your IT For a Recession
During economic recessions, small businesses are often hit the hardest as consumer spending decreases and competition intensifies. For this reason, it is crucial for small business owners to evaluate their IT systems, optimize their costs, and increase overall...
What is the difference between Onshore, Offshore, and Nearshore IT Outsourcing?
IT outsourcing is a great way for businesses to cut costs, increase productivity, and gain access to expertise that they may not otherwise have. When considering IT outsourcing, one must weigh the choices of onshore, offshore, and nearshore outsourcing. All three...
What are the Different Types of IT Outsourcing?
Outsourcing IT services has become a common strategy for businesses looking to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and gain access to specific expertise. However, with so many different types of IT outsourcing options available, it can be challenging to decide which one...
Advantages of having a Fractional Chief Information Officer (FCIO) vs. a Full-time CIO
The role of a Chief Information Officer (CIO) is to provide strategic direction for an organization's information technology (IT) operations. A CIO is responsible for managing an organization's IT infrastructure and ensuring that it aligns with the organization's...
Top Complaints People Have About Their IT Team
IT teams play an important role in the success of any organization. They are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting the technology infrastructure and providing support to employees. However, even the most experienced and dedicated IT professionals can run...
[Teams Tips] Using Loop Components to Collaborate Through Teams Chat
Loop components are a feature on Microsoft Teams that allow you to create interactive and dynamic content in your chat. These components can be used to create lists, discussion topics, tables, and other interactive elements that can engage your team members and...
[Teams Tips] How to Create & Use Microsoft Teams Tasks
Creating a task in Microsoft Teams is a great way to keep track of your to-do list and stay organized within your team. Here's how to do it: Create a Task in Microsoft Teams Open Microsoft Teams and hover over the message that you want to create the task for. Click on...
It Security
Introducing ChatGPT 4o
Just eight months after the launch of ChatGPT 3.5, OpenAI announced the latest model of ChatGPT: ChatGPT 4 omni or (4o), boasting twice the speed as the previous model for half the operating cost. Introducing ChatGPT 4o Twice the Speed One of the key improvements...
Why You Need a Houston Cybersecurity Provider
At Aldridge, we understand the critical importance of safeguarding your business from cyber threats. Located right here in Houston, we are uniquely positioned to meet the cybersecurity needs of Houston businesses. Here’s why having a local cybersecurity provider is...
Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives
Developing a strong cybersecurity strategy requires that you know where you are today, where you want to be, and how to bridge that gap. Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives The Cybersecurity Strategy Model One effective approach to developing a...
Microsoft 365
SharePoint in 30 Minutes – Part 6: Web and Desktop Apps
Video Transcription Let's talk about all of the apps that are available that work with SharePoint Online. To access the online versions of these applications while you're in SharePoint, you can click the application launcher in the top left of the window. This...
Which Cloud Provider Should I Choose? [Video]
From Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services to private cloud environments, companies have plenty of file storage options. But which is best for your business?
SharePoint in 30 Minutes – Part 5: Sharing Basics
Video Transcription You can share documents with others in your organization as well as those outside your organization in a few simple steps. When you share documents from SharePoint, you no longer have to worry about saving and editing multiple copies of the...
It Consulting
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...
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Introducing ChatGPT 4o
Just eight months after the launch of ChatGPT 3.5, OpenAI announced the latest model of ChatGPT: ChatGPT 4 omni or (4o), boasting twice the speed as the previous model for half the operating cost. Introducing ChatGPT 4o Twice the Speed One of the key improvements...
Why You Need a Houston Cybersecurity Provider
At Aldridge, we understand the critical importance of safeguarding your business from cyber threats. Located right here in Houston, we are uniquely positioned to meet the cybersecurity needs of Houston businesses. Here’s why having a local cybersecurity provider is...
Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives
Developing a strong cybersecurity strategy requires that you know where you are today, where you want to be, and how to bridge that gap. Our Cybersecurity Strategy Model for Executives The Cybersecurity Strategy Model One effective approach to developing a...