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The Cost of IT Outsourcing in 2025: How to Budget and Tell if You’re Paying Too Much
Comparing prices is the first thing on a business’s agenda when selecting an outsourced service. However, when it comes to the cost of IT outsourcing, there are a number of factors that can alter the terms and quality of a provider’s offering…
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...
Overcoming the Tech Device Shortage: Order Early & Be Flexible
Given the ongoing global supply chain disruptions, companies need to plan for their needs and buy technology devices further in advance than they have in the past. Global chip shortages are impacting all industries. Businesses of all sizes are facing unexpected...
Why Long-Term Care Providers Are Outsourcing IT
Caring for others can be both a rewarding and demanding occupation. Today's Long-Term Care (LTC) employees often have limited technology experience and need 24/7/365 IT support they can trust to get the job done. Staff must care for residents while maintaining...
Employee IT Security Awareness Training and Best Practices [Infographic]
It takes more than the right technology to defend your business from cyberattacks. We’ve outlined the employee IT security awareness training, policies, procedures, testing, and tools you need to consider for a modern cybersecurity defense.
Donate Your Old Computers & Help Us Support Youth in Need
We're asking our readers to donate their old computers and help support our non-profit partner, Comp-U-Dopt®, in their efforts to provide youth in underserved communities with the technology they need for success. If you would like to make a donation, email us at...
Microsoft Teams Voice 101: Tips & Tricks
Microsoft Business Voice, or more commonly referred to as Teams Voice, is an add-on for Microsoft Teams that transforms Teams into a complete VoIP phone system. Teams Voice is an excellent option for businesses that are already on Microsoft 365 and have standard phone...
MSP Private Cloud Migration Challenges & the Azure Solution
Are you unhappy with your IT provider’s service, performance, and company as a whole? Unfortunately, many business leaders answer “yes,” yet they remain customers for several years. Why? Because they feel they are “held hostage” to their Managed IT Service Provider’s...
Managed IT Services in Seattle: Find Your Best-Fit Provider
The rapid, worldwide shift to remote work has increased pressure on business leaders to optimize their operations, securely support a hybrid workforce, and get the most value from IT along the way. As a local business owner, it's crucial to have the right IT provider...
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Microsoft Copilot 365 | Which Plan is Right for You?
Microsoft Copilot 365 is now available to all businesses! There are multiple tiers of copilot, here is what they are, how much they cost, and how to use them. Microsoft Copilot for Business Use Copilot Congratulations! If you're using Microsoft 365 with an Entra ID...
Essential Cybersecurity Solutions for Businesses
The surge in cyber threats has elevated cybersecurity to a critical business priority. As organizations increasingly rely on digital infrastructure, safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring the uninterrupted flow of operations become necessary. Essential...
[Webinar] 2024 AI Update | Lessons Learned from Our AI Journey
Aldridge CIO, Chad Hiatt gives a candid update on our project to implement AI across our business. We’ve reached our first project milestone and things have not gone as we anticipated. We want to share our AI journey, warts and all, because we believe that everyone...
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Adopting Digital Technology in the Construction Industry: The IT Roadmap to Success
Technology is rapidly changing the look and feel of the user and business experience when adopting digital technology in the construction industry. Most contractors understand that to remain competitive they need to reduce margins, reduce risk, increase efficiencies,...
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...
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Microsoft Copilot 365 | Which Plan is Right for You?
Microsoft Copilot 365 is now available to all businesses! There are multiple tiers of copilot, here is what they are, how much they cost, and how to use them. Microsoft Copilot for Business Use Copilot Congratulations! If you're using Microsoft 365 with an Entra ID...
Essential Cybersecurity Solutions for Businesses
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[Webinar] 2024 AI Update | Lessons Learned from Our AI Journey
Aldridge CIO, Chad Hiatt gives a candid update on our project to implement AI across our business. We’ve reached our first project milestone and things have not gone as we anticipated. We want to share our AI journey, warts and all, because we believe that everyone...